it was at the manor that the met his first future wifejoan, with whom he would have children holly and sam. living on a houseboat to save cash, he was on the hunt for something bigger much bigger. in 1978 he bought necker island in the caribbean sea for $180,000. it would eventually become his home and a holiday resort. but it s proved controversial, with some claiming that by making it his place of residence sir richard has been able to avoid taxes his critics argue he should pay. you ve lived in the caribbean on your own island, necker island, for many years and you ve also been open about using legal means and they are legal means to keep your tax bill down and remain competitive, you have contributed millions in tax over the years to many different jurisdictions. but still, tax avoidance, which is legal, may not be illegal, but is it immoral?