Nathan Hillyer

Have you considered the importance of estate planning?

Many people don’t realise that inheritance tax (IHT) can apply once your estate goes over £325,000, although some people may also benefit from an additional residence nil rate band when passing on a home to direct descendants. This includes property, money, investments, and everyday belongings, and from April 2027, unused pension savings may also form part of your estate for inheritance tax. This can affect how much of your wealth is ultimately passed on to the people who matter most.

Estate planning helps ensure your wishes are followed and that as much of your estate as possible passes to the people you choose. However, the rules around inheritance tax can be complex and lots of people don’t understand how allowances apply or what their tax position will be.

That’s where I can help. I can help you to get a clear picture of the value of your taxable estate, explore ways to manage or reduce any tax liability and put a long-term plan in place that fits your goals and circumstances.

If you’d like to take control of your legacy, let’s talk about how I can support you.

My approach to advice is simple: put the client first, always. That means listening before recommending, explaining before acting, and building plans that reflect real lives - not just financial models.

I believe good financial planning should provide clarity and confidence, not complexity. My role is to help clients understand their options around pensions, investments and protection, make informed decisions, and stay on track as circumstances change. Advice isn’t a one-off event - it’s an ongoing relationship built on trust, transparency, and consistency over time.

Financial Adviser based in the RG41 area and serving clients across Wokingham, KT6, KT7 and KT10, with experience in financial services since 2014. I provide restricted advice through Quilter Financial Advisers, who are part of a FTSE 250 company, advising on pensions, investments and protection with a focus on long-term outcomes.

Since entering the profession, I’ve worked across restricted, independent, appointed representative and directly authorised firms. This breadth of experience has shaped a practical, client-focused approach to financial planning - one that values clarity, structure and long-term thinking. I hold the Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (CII) and place strong emphasis on doing the fundamentals well.

I’m particularly motivated by helping people make confident decisions with their finances, especially when those decisions feel complex or unfamiliar. I’m passionate about financial education and believe advice should empower clients to understand their plans, not just sign off on them.

Before starting my career, I rowed at a high level for many years and was a Henley Royal Regatta finalist. That experience instilled a competitive mindset and an appreciation for discipline, preparation and consistency - principles that translate directly into effective financial planning and long-term wealth building.

Outside of work, I enjoy training on Zwift, watching live sport, gaming, and spending quality time with my family. Building strong financial foundations for my own family reinforces why I care so deeply about helping others do the same - supporting clients in Wokingham, Surbiton, Thames Ditton, Kingston and surrounding areas as they plan for the future with confidence.