Business owner

Entrepreneurs face a unique set of challenges, financial and otherwise. With us, you’ll have Financial Planners who truly understand.

Building on success

Owning and running a business isn’t an easy pursuit. But finding a Financial Planner who’ll work closely with you and put your needs first can relieve some of the pressure you’re under.

As our client, you’ll get expert support designed to help you find greater happiness in both your personal and professional lives. With our help, you’ll do more of what you love.

Advice that takes everything into account
Don’t think of your business and your personal finances as two completely separate entities. Through our big-picture approach, you’ll join the dots and get your wealth in the strongest possible position.
Clarity and honesty in equal measure
As a busy businessperson, the last things you want are lengthy reports and time-consuming meetings. We’ll fit in with your schedule, providing the clear, no-nonsense advice you need, whenever you need it.
Specialists in supporting entrepreneurs
Ever since PenLife began in 1984, many of our clients have been successful executives. With decades of experience to draw on, you can trust us to understand the problems you face and know how to solve them.

How we help

“I want to get my personal finances in better shape”
Too often, entrepreneurs neglect their own wealth and focus on boosting their business instead. Work with us, and you’ll get a high-level overview of everything at once. With this, we can create a financial plan that makes sure no opportunity for growth is missed out on.
“I don’t know when I can sell my business and retire”
One of the things our Financial Planners enjoy most is being able to tell business owners that their success means they’re already able to retire. That could be you. Even if it isn’t, we’ll get you the all-important answers, and a strategy to get you into the right position.
“I need to ensure I’ve got the right protection”
Products such as life insurance and income protection are usually vital for wealthy entrepreneurs. But you may also need to consider things like shareholder protection and key person insurance. We’ve got the specialist know-how to help you find the solution that’s right for you.
“I don’t want the taxman to take all my wealth”
Your business is your legacy. Don’t lose it. Speak to our Financial Planners, and they’ll help you understand your Inheritance Tax position. With their support, you’ll put a detailed plan in place to ensure as much of your estate as possible is passed down to your beneficiaries.

What clients say

Since 1984, we’ve been delighting clients with our honest, empathetic approach to financial planning. But don’t just take our word for it. Here, you’ll find feedback and comments from PenLife clients in their own words. See for yourself what they say about their experience with us.

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98.290%

of clients were satisfied that we understood their needs, aims, and objectives

94.440%

of clients believe that working with us has helped or will help them achieve their financial goals

92.910%

would recommend us to their friends, family, or colleagues

Our process

Without the right care and consideration, financial planning can leave you feeling overwhelmed. That’s why we created a straightforward, four-step approach to remove any uncertainty and help you make the most sensible decisions.

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Initial consultation

The most important part of the process is the first meeting. This gives you the opportunity to meet us and ask any initial questions you may have. It also gives us the chance to learn more about you, including your life goals and financial aims and concerns. At the end of this meeting, you’ll be more aware of your options, how we might be able to help you, and what the next steps could be.

Full financial review

Sometimes, this stage will follow on directly from the initial discussion. In other cases, it’ll be a separate meeting. We’ll gather all your personal and financial details to help us understand your present position. If existing plans are in place, we’ll write to the relevant companies to ensure we have the information required to confirm your options, make our suggestions, and formulate a plan.

Ongoing service

If you decide to proceed with our recommendations, we’ll deal with any applications and transfers on your behalf, so you don't need to worry about a thing. Going forward, we’ll get together at your convenience for annual reviews, giving you the opportunity to let us know of any changes or planned changes to your personal circumstances. We’ll also review your plans to ensure they still meet your needs and are on track.

Presentation and recommendation

Once we’ve gathered everything we need and reviewed your overall circumstances, we’ll invite you back for a further meeting. Here, we can talk you through your current arrangements, put forward any recommendations we have, and explain how they fit into your plans. You’ll be provided with a report detailing our recommendations in full.

Our process

Without the right care and consideration, financial planning can leave you feeling overwhelmed. That’s why we created a straightforward, four-step approach to remove any uncertainty and help you make the most sensible decisions.

Tell me more
1. Initial consultation

The most important part of the process is the first meeting. This gives you the opportunity to meet us and ask any initial questions you may have. It also gives us the chance to learn more about you, including your life goals and financial aims and concerns. At the end of this meeting, you’ll be more aware of your options, how we might be able to help you, and what the next steps could be.

2. Full financial review

Sometimes, this stage will follow on directly from the initial discussion. In other cases, it’ll be a separate meeting. We’ll gather all your personal and financial details to help us understand your present position. If existing plans are in place, we’ll write to the relevant companies to ensure we have the information required to confirm your options, make our suggestions, and formulate a plan.

4. Ongoing service

If you decide to proceed with our recommendations, we’ll deal with any applications and transfers on your behalf, so you don't need to worry about a thing. Going forward, we’ll get together at your convenience for annual reviews, giving you the opportunity to let us know of any changes or planned changes to your personal circumstances. We’ll also review your plans to ensure they still meet your needs and are on track.

3. Presentation and recommendation

Once we’ve gathered everything we need and reviewed your overall circumstances, we’ll invite you back for a further meeting. Here, we can talk you through your current arrangements, put forward any recommendations we have, and explain how they fit into your plans. You’ll be provided with a report detailing our recommendations in full.

Meet the team

When you’re seeking help with something as important as your finances, you’ll want to deal with people you can rely on. Choose PenLife, and you’ll get expert service, delivered with a smile, at every stage of your journey with us. Read on to find out more about what makes us tick.

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