Richard Love

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.

I am a financial planner from Lingfield on the Surrey/Sussex border. I am here to guide you and your family through the sometimes complex world of financial planning. I start with a simple premise. My job is to get your money working for you in the best and most tax efficient way for you to see your money achieving whatever financial goals you have set.

I have had a varied career, from working in financial services to running a commercial investigation business to owning my own Italian restaurant. These experiences help me really understand all sorts of different people and particularly their goals and motivations. I firmly believe that with financial planning we start with the end result we want and then work back. We set things up properly and outline the path that will get us there. We review, adapt and protect as we go along and make those goals happen.

When I am not working, I love to travel and have visited numerous countries around the world; everything from the wilds of Chilean Patagonia to the rainforests of Malaysia. I also enjoy all sport with a particular interest in horse racing. At home I like a decent glass of red wine and spending time with my family, friends and 2 rescue dogs, Patti from Serbia and Munch from Romania.