We help people who are planning their estate

As you get older, it’s only natural that you will start planning for the future and a time when you’re no longer around. That means you have many things to consider and big decisions to make.

We’ll help you understand what you want to happen on your death and make sure your objectives are achieved as tax-efficiently as possible.

Are you thinking...?

"How can I reduce my Inheritance Tax (IHT) bill?"

You've worked hard all your life to build up savings, investments and other assets, including property. It's only natural that you want to pass as much of it as possible to your loved ones when you die. We'll calculate your IHT liability and then recommend ways to reduce it.

"I don't have a will, do I need one?"

59% of adults in the UK don't have a will. If you're one of them, it means your assets might not be distributed in accordance with your wishes when you die. We'll help you understand what you want to happen on your death and then recommend a professional who can help you make a will.

"Can I afford to help my family financially?"

Many people feel conflicted; they want to provide financial assistance to members of their family, but still live their preferred lifestyle and enjoy retirement. We understand the dilemma so we'll crunch the numbers to help you understand whether it's possible to do both.

"Apart from a will, what else do I need to do?"

A will ensures that your assets are distributed as you want them to be when you die. However, there are other things you should put in place, such as powers of attorney. We'll help you to understand your options and then we'll make appropriate recommendations.

"How much might care cost me in the future?"

In our experience, people often become increasingly worried about the cost of care as they get older. We'll give you the facts, so you understand how much you might need to pay if you need care in the future, the options you have and the effect on your estate.

"What is a trust and how can it help me and my family?"

It's natural to be confused about your estate planning options, especially those which are more complex, including trusts. We'll start by understanding what you want to happen when you die, and then make appropriate recommendations, which might include using trusts.

Our services

Estate planning

We’ll help ensure that your savings and investments are passed on tax-efficiently and according to your wishes when you die.

Cashflow planning

Cashflow planning is at the heart of our service. It’ll map out your financial future and means you can make big decisions with confidence.

Later life care planning

We’ll help you plan ahead, so you can enjoy your ideal retirement, safe in the knowledge that you will still be able to pay for care in the future.

Protection planning

We’ll help you understand whether life cover is an appropriate way of dealing with future Inheritance Tax liabilities.

Tax planning

Our tax planning service ensures you minimise Inheritance Tax liabilities and maximise the amount that your loved ones receive when you die.

Investment planning

We’ll analyse your existing investments and recommend changes that need to be made so you achieve your estate planning objectives.

Meet our clients

We are proud of how we have helped our clients, hear how we have helped them achieve their goals through effective financial planning.

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My financial future is now secure thanks to Arron.

Sue Pritchard

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Thanks to DS Howell, we've been able to retire early and relocate to the coast.

Nigel Barlow

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We don't have to worry about managing our money any more. DS Howell do it for us.

Nigel & Jane

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Richard has enabled me to make the most of my money.

Mark Fletcher

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We find DS Howell easy to work with and they understand our needs as a firm.

Colin Atyeo

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I feel my financial future is in extremely good hands with DS Howell.

Janet Phillips

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Get in touch

If you want to make the most of your finances, we're keen to help. Please get in touch with us either via telephone or email or by the using the contact form here.