SJP Tax planning
What is tax planning?
Tax planning isn't just about reducing what you owe, it's about making the most of your money, both now and in the future.
This ranges from using personal allowances, exemptions and tax-efficient investments to preparing for retirement or passing on wealth. Effective tax planning ensures you're not paying more than you need to.
A financial adviser can help you navigate complex tax rules, tailor strategies to your goals, and identify key opportunities you might otherwise miss.
Whether you're a business owner, investor, or planning your family's future, professional financial advice can make a difference.
Key tax planning topics a financial adviser can help with

Your tax planning checklist
As we embark on a new tax year, now is the perfect time to review your finances and take advantage of available opportunities.
Taking proactive steps gives us plenty of time to make any necessary changes and ensure your financial plans are on track to meet your objectives.
Download your free checklist and take the first step toward smarter, more efficient tax planning.
The value of an investment with St. James's Place will be directly linked to the performance of the funds you select and the value can therefore go down as well as up. You may get back less than you invested.
The levels and bases of taxation and reliefs from taxation can change at any time. the value of any tax relief depends on individual circumstances.
Tax planning isn’t just something to think about at the end of the tax year, it’s a year round process. By planning ahead, you can make the most of your allowances, exemptions and ensure your financial decisions are as tax efficient as possible.
A financial adviser can help you stay ahead and build a strategy that aligns with both your short-term goals and long-term plans.
Tax rates, allowances and exemptions can change each year and new ones apply as your life evolves, whether you start a family or a business, come into an inheritance or are promoted at work.
Common tax planning mistakes include leaving things until the end of the tax year, missing out on personal allowances like the Personal Income Tax allowance(s) or the Capital Gains Tax exemption, and not using tax-efficient accounts such as ISAs or pensions.
Whether you wish to reduce inheritance tax or carry out intergenerational planning, a financial adviser can talk you through the various options which are available to meet your desired objectives.