Taking back control after a major life event

Life has changed – your finances may need to change with it


Bereavement, divorce, redundancy, or another major life event can leave you facing personal and financial decisions you never expected to make. Even if your financial position is strong, it may suddenly feel unfamiliar, uncertain, or difficult to manage alone.

When emotions run high, it’s natural to want to make quick decisions. In reality, the best thing you can do is pause, understand what is and isn’t urgent, and carefully move forward at your own speed.

You have lost someone and need to understand your finances

You have lost someone and need to understand your finances

After bereavement, money can feel overwhelming, especially if someone else previously managed the finances. When this happens, we clearly show you what you have, what needs attention, and what decisions can wait, bringing calm, clarity, and care at a difficult time.

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You are going through a divorce and need financial clarity

You are going through a divorce and need financial clarity

Divorce can reshape your income, assets, home, pensions, and long-term plans. To help you understand your position, we make it easier to consider your options and make informed decisions about your future, so your financial life feels structured and secure again.

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You have received a large sum of money

You have received a large sum of money

A significant sum can create opportunity, but many people overlook the pressure that comes with it. We help you decide what to keep accessible, what to invest, how to generate income if needed, and how to make the money support your life over the long term.

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You are worried about making the wrong decision

You are worried about making the wrong decision

After a major change, it’s normal to feel cautious or unsure. In these moments, it’s important to avoid rushed decisions and clearly understand your options. We use financial planning to make this easier, showing how different choices could affect your security, lifestyle, and future.

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You need to rebuild confidence and control

You need to rebuild confidence and control

When life changes suddenly, even familiar financial decisions can feel harder. We help you create order, understand your responsibilities, and build a practical plan, giving you a clearer sense of control over what happens next.

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You want to protect yourself and the people close to you

You want to protect yourself and the people close to you

A major life event often changes who depends on you, what you need, and what your money must provide. We make sure your arrangements reflect your new circumstances by reviewing your protection, income, estate planning and family priorities.

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Move forward on your terms, at your pace


After a major life event, you deserve the time and space to understand where you stand before making important decisions. With the right guidance, your income, investments, pensions, tax position, and long-term security can start to feel clearer.

Good financial planning helps you move at a comfortable pace, make informed choices, and rebuild confidence in your financial future, knowing each decision is being considered carefully.

Their stories

Good financial planning should be felt, as much as understood. Hear from the people we have helped to make confident decisions about their wealth, future, and family.

Your journey

Our process is designed to bring simple structure to important decisions. As a partner for life, we take great pride in knowing you, your wealth, and your goals, and delivering a plan to help you enjoy them.

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Getting to know you

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Building the full picture

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Shaping your plan

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Bringing it to life

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Keeping things on track

Your next step

Whether you are planning ahead, facing change, or seeking a clearer view of your finances, we are here to help you look forward to your future.

    Murray Paterson

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