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Our mission is to help families be better prepared for their retirement journey, so that they can achieve greater long-term financial security and peace of mind.
Is your pension IHT-proof?
From April 2027, pensions will fall into the Inheritance Tax (IHT) net.
Our regional seminars help you understand what's changing and what to do next.
Are your pensions in the right place?
Bringing pensions together can save money and hassle
Sara Moore, Senior Financial Consultant
Can you afford to retire early?
A cashflow plan can help to provide answers.
Jason Coppard, Financial Planning Manager
Are your finances in the best possible shape?
An 8-point Financial Health Check can shed light on optimisation potential.
Martin Cotter, Managing Director
Over 3,500 families trust us with their financial planning needs.
Lumin offers comprehensive financial planning services to set clients up for retirement. With a fully dedicated in-house team of financial consultants, we’re trusted to manage £1.3 billion in client assets.
We are part of VZ Group, the leading independent financial services provider in Switzerland. VZ Group employs around 1,700 people. The shares of VZ Holding Ltd are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange.
Lumin is a leading independent financial adviser headquartered in St Albans, with particular reach across London and the South-East. With five regional offices, we continue to have a growing presence across the UK.
Lumin and VZ have collectively helped many thousands of families be financially prepared for retirement.
Our expertise
Through 1:1 consultations, Lumin’s financial plans are geared toward growing and protecting wealth by optimising our clients’ income, assets, tax burden and financial security. Whatever your financial ambitions, you can count on our sophisticated expertise.
We help you optimise your pensions and savings whilst protecting your family’s future – whether it’s understanding your pension, investing wisely, reducing tax, or planning for inheritance. Learn more
Want to make smart, legal choices to reduce your tax bill and keep more of what you earn, save, and pass on? Our tax planning advice is tailored to fit your personal goals and financial situation. Learn more
With pensions to form part of your estate from April 2027, we help you minimise your tax liabilities whilst ensuring loved ones benefit from your hard-earned money. Learn more
Our team of investment specialists can align your investment strategy with your latest goals, optimise your investments and harvest capital gains to save tax every year. Learn more
Our specialist mortgage team offers expert advice tailored to professionals, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals, helping to make the process smoother, smarter, and aligned with your financial goals. Learn more
By identifying all your protection needs, we ensure your loved ones are secure and your business can withstand challenging times. Learn more
Are you prepared for major IHT changes in 2027?
Regional seminars
Come meet our Financial Consultants in person to learn more about the upcoming changes to IHT taking effect from April 2027. Our regional seminars are designed to help you understand what the government changes mean for you and how to plan ahead tax-efficiently.
In a constantly evolving tax landscape, protecting your legacy has never been more important.
How we can support you
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Factsheets
We produce a range of factsheets and mini-guides to help our clients and consumers stay up to date and informed about key financial planning topics.
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Newsletters
Our financial planning and investment newsletters provide timely insights, delivered directly to your inbox every single month.
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Podcast
Join Financial Planning Manager James Corcoran and Financial Consultant Jack Dudley as they discuss the financial topics you should be aware of.
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Studies
Our studies provide thoughtful analysis, market research, and evidence-based insights to guide our clients through an ever-changing financial landscape.
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Articles
From investing and retirement, to estate planning and tax, we keep you informed on the financial topics that matter, giving you the knowledge you need to stay ahead of the curve.
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How Lumin can help
- Aligning your financial strategy with your latest goals
- Optimising your investments and tax wrappers
- Minimising tax liabilities and protecting your legacy
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