Marcin Kmieciak

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.

I wanted to become a financial adviser as I have a real, real passion for helping my clients from the start of their financial journeys and continue to be there throughout their lives. I have a real passion for providing a personal service to my clients and hope that my friendly and professional approach helps customers feel confident and at ease when it comes to making important financial decisions.

Extended bio: I’m a financial adviser with a passion for helping people make sense of their money and plan for the future. I provide holistic financial advice across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas, taking the time to listen carefully so that every aspect of your financial needs is understood and looked after. The main reason I became a financial planner was to help people make better decisions about their money. I enjoy working with clients to build and preserve wealth through tax-efficient investing, protection, and retirement planning. My aim is always to bring clarity and confidence to your financial future. Before moving into financial advice, I spent 20 years in IT support, where I honed my skills in listening carefully and solving complex problems. Those same qualities now shape the way I work with clients - taking the time to understand their goals and finding practical solutions that fit their needs.

Outside of work, I’m married with twins who keep my life busy and fun. At home, I share my space with our dog Shaun the Shih-Tzu, and Oreo the cat.