Richard Upton
Financial Planning Consultant DipFA, LIBF in Bath
A little bit about Richard
I am one of the leading financial advisers in the South West, based in Bath. I am motivated to ensure financial planning advice is accessible to all. I put my clients at the heart of what I do, working with individuals, families, business owners and the self-employed.
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Get in touch if you’d like to discuss how I can help you with windfalls and lump sums.
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An adviser’s insight
If it’s time for financial advice, I can help you
Coming into a sum of money can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time, especially if it’s sudden or unexpected. And while you’re trying to process all the emotions involved, you’ll probably have to make some important financial decisions as well.
Whether you’ve received an inheritance, a windfall, or a lump sum from work, having an adviser to help guide you and make a sensible plan can take away some of the stress and worry so you can focus on the benefits.
I can help you understand all the different options available to you, taking advantage of any allowances so your money works as tax-efficiently as possible.
I can also help you adjust your financial plans or make completely new ones by showing you how the choices you make today could impact your future.
Together, we can put your money to work in a way that helps you feel confident about the future.
Tax treatment varies according to individual circumstances and is subject to change.
Approver Quilter Financial Services Limited & Quilter Mortgage Planning Limited. May 2025.
Services
Holistic planning
Establishing and reviewing trusts, complete personal risk management planning, short- and long-term savings and investments.
Investments
Wealth management advice to make your money work as hard as it can for you, including making the most of any tax breaks available.
Pensions
Expert advice to help provide comfort in your retirement.
Protection
Whole of life and term assurance protection, private medical arrangements, critical illness insurance.
Dental & Medical
Financial planning for dental and medical professionals, in-depth knowledge of NHS pensions and needs of hospital doctors, GPs, dentists and locums.
Qualifications
Diploma for Financial Advisers
- The Diploma for Financial Advisers from the London Institute of Banking and Finance is the primary award for financial planners that develops core technical understanding across a broad range of key financial planning areas.
Location
Richard's location
Bath
Somerset
BA2
United Kingdom
Richard is located in Bath and offers expert financial covering Somerset, Dorchester, Wiltshire, Swindon and Gloucestershire.
More about me
I help and support my clients to achieve their goals with a personal first-class service, making the most of opportunities in the most tax efficient way. I can provide specialist expertise in savings & investments, pensions planning for both pre-and post-retirement, insurances, inheritance tax and succession planning.
With my knowledge and experience, I am well equipped to understand what drives you and your long-term goals. I will instil confidence, and most importantly, peace of mind to enjoy life without financial worry.
* Inheritance tax planning and succession planning is not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority
The Financial Conduct Authority does not regulate some employee benefits, tax planning, inheritance tax planning, estate planning, succession planning, trusts or some buy-to-let mortgages.
The guidance and/or information contained within this website is subject to the UK regulatory regime and is therefore targeted at consumers based in the UK.
Registered Office: Quilter Financial Advisers, Senator House, 85 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4AB. Tel: 0207 562 5856. Registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 05693185. Lighthouse Financial Advice Limited, Senator House, 85 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4AB. Tel: 0207 562 5856. Registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 04795080.