Nikita Stepanov

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.

Having run my own business, I understand firsthand the challenges that individuals and entrepreneurs face when balancing growth with financial security. This experience has given me a unique perspective on where people often need the most support - whether it’s protecting their business, making tax-efficient decisions, or planning for the future.

My approach starts with a simple conversation - an opportunity to understand your circumstances, priorities, and aspirations. From there, I carry out a comprehensive review of your finances, ensuring no stone is left unturned. The outcome is a tailored, tax-efficient financial plan designed to support you at every stage of life. I enjoy building long-term relationships, guiding clients through the ups and downs of their financial journey, and ensuring they make the right decisions at the right time. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a business owner, or a private individual looking to secure your family’s financial future, my role is to simplify the complex and provide clarity, so you can focus on what matters most to you.

Outside of work, I value time with my family and enjoy playing tennis and cycling. When my wife and I travel, I never pass up an opportunity to scuba dive.