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Dalton & Cavendish
Est. 1987 · Discretionary Investment Management
The Rt. Hon. Edward & Lady Charlotte Pemberton
Estate Planning & Succession
Following a detailed review of the family's existing arrangements, we propose a restructured approach that balances immediate income with long-term wealth preservation.
Estate Overview
Total Estate Value
£3.2M
Across all structures
Annual Income
£86,000
Net of tax
IHT Exposure
£420,000
Current estimate
Proposed IHT Saving
£280,000
Via trust & gifting
Investment Allocation
UK Eq. 25%
Global 20%
Fixed 25%
Property 15%
Alts 10%
Cash 5%
Succession Plan
Phase I
Immediate
Establish discretionary trust, annual gifting
Phase II
Year 1–3
Restructure drawdown, AIM to ISA wrapper
Phase III
Ongoing
Annual IHT review, rebalance portfolio
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SR-2025-0847
Pension Consolidation
£274,500
consolidated into one flexible drawdown plan
Current Arrangements
Scottish Widows£86,2001.45%
Aviva Pension£124,8001.12%
Standard Life£63,5001.68%
Total£274,5001.38% avg
0.89%
Total charge
down from 1.38%
£22,400
Annual income
from age 63
£1,345
Annual saving
in charges
James & Catherine Whitmore
Prepared 8 March 2025
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Greenfield Advisory
ESG Aligned
Sustainable Investment
Strategy
David & Sophie Archer · 8 March 2025
AA
Rating
Your portfolio delivers long-term growth while maintaining strict ESG alignment. Carbon intensity sits 42% below benchmark.
Environmental
92
A+
Social
85
A
Governance
88
A+
42t
CO₂ avoided
67%
Clean energy
0
Controversies
Fossil fuelsTobaccoWeaponsGamblingAnimal testingDeforestation
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Ascent
Financial Planning
Portfolio Value
£487,200
Growth
+6.2%
Risk
6/10
Saving
£1,840
Charge
0.89%
T. & R. Bennett
8 March 2025
Portfolio Restructure
Recommendation & Asset Allocation
We recommend restructuring your portfolio across a single platform to improve tax efficiency, reduce charges, and align with your growth-focused strategy.
Allocation
Global Eq.
30%
UK Equity
25%
Fixed Inc.
20%
Alts
15%
Cash
10%
Platform
Transact
0.25% · 3,400+ funds
Recommended
Quilter
0.35% · 1,800+ funds
Current
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Beaumont James
Wealth Management
R. & S. Devonshire
March 2025
Suitability Report &
Personal Recommendation
Portfolio Review & Pension Consolidation
Following our comprehensive review of your financial position, we have prepared these recommendations in line with your stated objectives. This report has been prepared exclusively for you by your dedicated wealth management partner.
Financial Summary
£342,000
Pensions
£124,500
ISAs
£85,200
General Inv.
Our Recommendation
01
Consolidate Pensions
Transfer three existing pensions to a single arrangement, reducing charges by 0.39% and simplifying administration.
02
Maximise ISA Allowance
Utilise the current year allowance for both yourself and your spouse, with a Stocks & Shares ISA aligned to your risk profile.
03
Review Protection
Your current life cover is insufficient. We recommend increasing cover to £350,000 for a term of 18 years.
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Annual Review 2025
Signed
Client Agreement
Signed
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Wealth Management
Suitability Report & Personal Recommendation
Prepared for R. & S. Devonshire · 14 March 2025
£342,000
Pensions
£124,500
ISAs
£85,200
General Inv.
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Summary of Recommendations
01
Consolidate Pensions
Transfer three existing pensions into a single SIPP
02
Maximise ISA Allowance
Stocks & Shares ISA aligned to risk profile
03
Review Protection
Increase life cover to £350,000 for 18 years
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Meridian Wealth Advisory
Authorised and Regulated by the FCA
8 March 2025
Ref: FN-2025-0312
File Note
Annual Review Meeting
James & Catherine Whitmore
Date of Meeting
8 March 2025
Duration
55 minutes
Attendees
J. Whitmore, C. Whitmore, R. Sterling
Discussion Summary
Reviewed current pension arrangements and confirmed the client's objective to consolidate three existing schemes into a single flexible drawdown plan. Discussed risk profile - both clients confirmed they remain comfortable with a Moderately Adventurous classification. Reviewed income requirements: target of £22,000 p.a. net from age 63. Discussed the impact of recent market conditions on the existing portfolio and confirmed no change to the long-term strategy.
Key Points Noted
Clients confirmed no change in health or circumstances since last review
Catherine now receiving state pension - income requirement reduced accordingly
Discussed potential for phased drawdown commencing Q1 2026
Clients declined interest in ESG screening at this stage
Confirmed both LPAs are in place and registered
Agreed Actions
Prepare suitability report for pension consolidation
R. Sterling
15 March
Obtain transfer values from Scottish Widows & Aviva
R. Sterling
12 March
Provide latest P60 and state pension confirmation
J. Whitmore
10 March
Richard Sterling
DipPFS, CISI · Senior Adviser
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Ascent Financial Planning
Thomas & Rachel Bennett
File Note
8 March 2025
Initial Fact Find & Risk Assessment
Ref: FN-AFP-2025-0088 · Adviser: Sarah Mitchell, DipPFS
Type
Initial Meeting
Duration
1h 20m
Location
Office
Next Review
22 March
Discussion Notes
First meeting with the clients to establish their financial position, objectives, and attitude to risk. Both clients are employed - Thomas is a senior project manager (£78,000 p.a.) and Rachel is a GP partner (£94,000 p.a.). They have three existing pension arrangements totalling approximately £274,500 across Scottish Widows, Aviva, and Standard Life. Primary objectives are consolidation for simplicity and cost reduction, with a long-term growth focus targeting retirement at 60. No immediate income requirements. Both confirmed comfortable with a balanced-to-adventurous risk profile following completion of the risk questionnaire.
Outcomes & Actions
1
Full fact find completed
Done
2
Risk profiling - both clients scored 7/10
Done
3
Obtain transfer values from all three providers
In Progress
4
Prepare pension consolidation suitability report
Pending
5
Research platform options (Transact / Quilter)
Pending
Compliance Note
Clients were informed of all applicable fees and charges. No advice was given at this meeting - recommendations will follow in a formal suitability report. Both clients confirmed they understood the purpose and scope of the engagement.
Sarah Mitchell
DipPFS · Senior Financial Planner
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Meridian Wealth Advisory
Authorised and Regulated by the FCA
Prepared: 8 March 2025
Ref: SR-2025-0847
Suitability Report & Personal Recommendation
James & Catherine Whitmore · Pension Consolidation & Drawdown Planning
Following a comprehensive review of your financial position, objectives, and attitude to risk, we recommend consolidating your three existing pension arrangements into a single flexible drawdown plan. This recommendation is designed to simplify your retirement income strategy, reduce ongoing costs, and align your investments with your Moderately Adventurous risk profile.
Our Recommendation
Recommended Platform
Transact
Flexible Income Drawdown
Portfolio Alignment
Mod. Adventurous
Risk Profile Confirmed
Projected Annual Income
£22,400
From age 63, inflation-linked
Current Arrangements
Provider
Value
Annual Charge
Status
Scottish Widows
£86,200
1.45%
Transfer
Aviva Pension
£124,800
1.12%
Transfer
Standard Life
£63,500
1.68%
Transfer
Total
£274,500
1.38% avg
Charges Comparison
Current Total Charge
1.38%
£3,788 per annum
Proposed Total Charge
0.89%
£2,443 per annum - saving £1,345
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D&C
Dalton & Cavendish
Est. 1987 · Discretionary Investment Management
“Stewardship of wealth across generations requires patience, prudence, and a proper plan.”
The Rt. Hon. Edward & Lady Charlotte Pemberton
Estate Planning & Succession
Following a detailed review of the family's existing arrangements, we propose a restructured approach to estate planning that balances immediate income requirements with the long-term objective of preserving and growing wealth for the next generation.
Estate Overview
Total Estate Value
£3.2M
Across all structures
Annual Income
£86,000
Net of tax
IHT Exposure
£420,000
Current estimate
Proposed IHT Saving
£280,000
Via trust & gifting
Investment Allocation
UK Equity 25%
Global Equity 20%
Fixed Income 25%
Property 15%
Alternatives 10%
Cash 5%
Succession Plan
Phase I
Immediate
Establish discretionary trust for grandchildren, annual gifting programme (£3,000 p.a. per recipient)
Phase II
Year 1–3
Restructure pension drawdown, transfer AIM portfolio to ISA wrapper, review loan trust
Phase III
Ongoing
Annual review of IHT position, rebalance portfolio to target, update letter of wishes
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Beaumont James Wealth Management
James Beaumont, DipPFS, CISI · Senior Partner
Prepared for
Robert & Sarah Devonshire
Portfolio Review & Pension Consolidation · 8 March 2025
Following our comprehensive review of your financial position, we have prepared these recommendations in line with your stated objectives. This report has been prepared exclusively for you by your dedicated wealth management partner.
Financial Summary
£342,000
Pensions
£124,500
ISAs
£85,200
General Investment
Our Recommendation
01
Consolidate Pensions
Transfer three existing pensions to a single arrangement, reducing charges by 0.39% and simplifying administration.
02
Maximise ISA Allowance
Utilise the current year ISA allowance for both yourself and your spouse, with a Stocks & Shares ISA aligned to your risk profile.
03
Review Protection
Your current life cover is insufficient given the mortgage balance. We recommend increasing cover to £350,000 for a term of 18 years.
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