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Passing Down Your Wealth: Inheritance Tax Planning for Families

27 August 2026

If you're thinking about how to pass down your wealth tax efficiently, you're not alone. With changes to inheritance tax (IHT) on the horizon, more families are asking how to protect what they've built and reduce the amount of tax their loved ones may have to pay.

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Passing Down Your Wealth: Inheritance Tax Planning for Families

27 August 2026

If you're thinking about how to pass down your wealth tax efficiently, you're not alone. With changes to inheritance tax (IHT) on the horizon, more families are asking how to protect what they've built and reduce the amount of tax their loved ones may have to pay.

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Have you lost track of the various pension schemes you've acquired over the years?

27 August 2026

Whether it's due to changing jobs multiple times, privately funded plans, or simply forgetting about a particular scheme, managing your retirement savings can become a daunting task.

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How Much Do I Need to Save to Retire?

21 July 2026

If you've ever found yourself wondering, "How much do I need to save to retire?", you're certainly not alone. It's one of the questions our clients ask most often.

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Securing the retirement you deserve

2 July 2026

For many business owners, retirement isn’t about stepping back completely. It’s about gaining the freedom to choose how you spend your time, energy, and money.

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The Sandwich Generation Dilemma: How to Support Ageing Parents and Your Children Without Delaying Your Own Retirement

18 May 2026

Are you feeling overwhelmed at being part of the sandwich generation? You’re the organiser. The decision-maker. The one everyone turns to when something needs to be handled properly.

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Five conversations to have with your parents before a health crisis

5 May 2026

For women navigating the responsibilities of the sandwich generation

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Time-efficient planning for busy women

5 May 2026

Your calendar is already full of client calls, work meetings, school logistics and doctor updates for your parents.

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What Does a Financial Planner Do?

26 March 2026

A financial planner (also called a financial adviser) helps you manage your wealth and make clear decisions about your money. They work with you to build a long-term plan based on your goals. This could include retirement planning, investment planning, tax planning, and passing wealth to your family.

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Protect those that matter the most

20 March 2026

Life is full of uncertainties. While none of us can predict what lies ahead, we can take steps to protect the people who matter most to us. Protection policies are designed to provide financial security for you and your loved ones should life take an unexpected turn.

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Tax Year-End Planning: Risks and Opportunities for Business Owners

23 January 2026

If you are a business owner, there are important considerations to keep in mind when aiming to maximise your allowances before the tax year ends on 5 April 2026.

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Stay Ahead This Year: Smart Tax Planning Tips for 2026

18 December 2025

As we settle into 2026, you’ve probably already set a few New Year’s resolutions.

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Supporting our Local Dorking Community

26 November 2025

HJP Chartered Financial Planners has been established in Dorking for over 30 years, so supporting our local community is incredibly important to us. Here are some of the local events, groups, and charities we’ve been proud to support recently.

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What does your ideal retirement look like?

7 November 2025

Retirement doesn’t have to mean slowing down. In fact, for many, it becomes one of the most active and fulfilling stages of life.