JRK Financial Planning

29/06/2026

What an honour once again to have been asked to help at the annual Rotary Club of Burnley held at Towneley Hall, Historic House, Art Gallery & Museum in the park for the Classic vehicle show.

It was fabulous to be asked to judge a couple of classes too. Well done to all the winners. There certainly was an eclectic mix of vehicles from the white McLaren 720s to my personal favourite the 1991 VW Golf Gti Sportline.

I even had an advert in the Morgan’s Yearbook (thanks to Clifford Smith Sutcliffe)

26/06/2026

We’re proud that Smith Sutcliffe Solicitors are sponsoring the printing for the Burnley Classic Vehicle Show 2026.

Organised by The Rotary Club of Burnley, this popular annual event brings together classic vehicle enthusiasts, local businesses, families, and visitors for a great day out at Towneley Park.

Whether you love vintage cars or just want a fun community day out, it’s always a highlight for Burnley.

📅 Sunday 28th June 2026
📍 Towneley Park, Burnley

We hope to see plenty of local support for what promises to be another fantastic day.

25/06/2026

10am start at Burnley Football Club for next seasons (26-27) fixtures 🤞🏻
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23/06/2026

Privileged to have been invited to talk at Bridgewater School in Worsley today and meet all their amazing pupils. It couldn’t have been done without the support of the PFS Chartered Insurance Institute and the amazing staff at the school. Thanks for having me.

09/06/2026

Has the new Burnley Football Club manager been spotted at Barnfield Construction Limited training ground this morning? 🤔

03/06/2026

What an inspiring idea Sacred Heart RC Primary have here. I love seeing initiatives like this.

One of the biggest lessons we can teach children isn't just how to earn money, but how to manage it, invest it, take calculated risks and understand that money can be a tool to create opportunities.

Starting with just £5 and learning how to turn it into something more is a fantastic way to introduce real-life skills such as budgeting, marketing, teamwork, planning, problem solving and entrepreneurship.

Many of the concepts these Year 6 pupils will be learning over the next 7 weeks are the very same principles used by business owners, investors and financial planners every day.

Who knows, amongst these budding entrepreneurs there could be future accountants, business owners, designers, marketers, financial advisers... or even the next Alan Sugar! 💷📈

I can't wait to see what they come up with and which team manages to grow their £5 the furthest.

Good luck to all the Year 6 entrepreneurs. I have a feeling there may be some very creative business ideas heading our way over the next few weeks! 🚀

03/06/2026

Can't beat a bit of padel on a wet day!

Planning anything outdoors in Lancashire… bold move ☔

Padel’s a safer bet.

Indoor courts, same game, whatever the weather.

Plans stay on.

02/06/2026

One of the biggest advantages of saving and investing for the next generations is time. As there is a longer time frame to save and invest, children and grandchildren can benefit from the power of compounding. This is where reinvested interest or growth has the potential to generate further growth over the long term.

You can generally contribute up to £2,880 per child every tax year into a personal pension. Basic rate tax relief of 20% is added automatically, taking the gross annual contribution to £3,600. Only a parent or legal guardian can open a pension for their children, but anyone can pay into it once it is set up.

Many parents worry that their children will struggle to find their financial feet in the current environment. Concerns include the flagging jobs market and inadequate retirement savings. Meanwhile, high house prices make it increasingly difficult to take the first step onto the property ladder. Thes...

01/06/2026

How is it June already?! 😳

Honestly, where has this year gone?

It feels like Christmas was only a few weeks ago, and now we're nearly halfway through the year. Every January, we're full of good intentions, lose a bit of weight, spend more time with family, get organised, sort out our finances... and then life happens.

One thing I've learned over the years is that time has a habit of speeding up the older we get. The things we keep meaning to do "when we get a minute" have a habit of rolling over from one year to the next.

Whether it's retirement planning, helping the kids, updating a Will, or simply making sure you're still on track for the future you want, it's amazing how quickly another six months can disappear.

For now though, I'm still trying to get my head round how we're already in June!

Anyone else feel like 2026 is flying by?

05/05/2026

No one especially self employed people want to think about the possibility of falling ill - which is perhaps why many put off buying protection cover. But asking yourself how you and your family would manage financially if you were unable to work due to illness can focus the mind and encourage proactive planning.

Preparing for the unexpected: protecting your income in illness