Lingyu Wu

Could you be more financially savvy this tax year?

March, and spring more generally, is often a time for fresh starts. And now your tax allowances are getting one too. The new tax year begins on 6 April, giving you time to plan how you’ll use all those new allowances to your advantage.

Take your ISA allowance. It can be tempting to leave it until the last minute to use it up. But, if you’re able to pay into it at the beginning of the year, you’re potentially getting a whole extra 12 months of time for your savings to grow.

A review right at the start of the tax year, or just before it, can also help us spot if there are any tax incentives you could use throughout the year.

You might be surprised just how many people don’t do this - and miss out on money that’s rightfully theirs. These tax incentives can be things like increasing your pension contributions or charitable giving to help offset your income tax.

I can also draw up a cashflow model to bring this to life. The model allows us to explore and compare different strategies and scenarios, so you can see the difference it will make to your long-term finances and goals.

If you want to find out more about the savvy financial strategies I could help you with this tax year, feel free to get in touch.

Tax treatment varies according to individual circumstances and is subject to change.

Stocks and Shares ISAs invest in corporate bonds, stocks and shares and other assets that fluctuate in value.

Tax Planning is not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Approver Quilter Financial Services Limited & Quilter Mortgage Planning Limited. November 2025.

With a master’s degree from Strathclyde Business School and the Diploma for Financial Advisers (DipFA), I bring both a strong academic foundation and practical expertise to my role as a financial adviser. I also hold the CeMAP qualification in Mortgage Advice, enabling me to provide tailored advice on residential and buy-to-let mortgages, whether in personal names or through Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs).

I’m passionate about helping families and individuals navigate every aspect of wealth planning - from preserving and growing assets through tax-efficient strategies, to preparing for a secure retirement, and ensuring loved ones are financially protected. My priority is to create personalised financial plans that reflect each client’s goals and values, while ensuring they are regularly reviewed and adapted as life evolves. I pride myself on delivering advice that is clear, honest, and practical - whether in person or online.

Using cutting-edge financial planning software, I help clients visualise their future through bespoke models and scenario planning, empowering them to make confident, informed decisions. I also work closely with accountants and legal professionals to provide a seamless, holistic service. Building long-term relationships based on trust and open communication is at the heart of my approach. My aim is for every client to feel supported, fully informed, and in control of their financial future.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two children. I'm also an enthusiastic cook with a love for global cuisines. I find joy in experimenting with new recipes and learning about different cultures through their food - a passion I love to share with friends and family. I live in Cambridge and split my time advising clients locally, as well as in the Senator House office in the City of London.