James ReginaldDrake.

Independent financial advice, made personal.

I’m an Independent Financial Adviser and Director at Martin Smith IFA Ltd. I help individuals, families and businesses make confident decisions about their financial future.

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Wroxham Aylsham North Walsham

James Reginald Drake, Independent Financial Adviser

“Clear advice starts with a proper conversation.”

James Reginald Drake · Director

Independent

Whole of market

FCA regulated

Norfolk based

About me

Local experience.
Long-term thinking.

Before becoming a financial adviser, I spent 16 years in banking, working across Norfolk and building a strong network of local professional relationships. That experience gave me a grounded understanding of the needs of local individuals, families and businesses.

Today, I specialise in pension planning and inheritance tax planning. My approach is calm and straightforward: understand what matters to you, explain the options clearly, and help you move forward with confidence.

Where I can help

Advice shaped around your life.

Independent advice means looking across the market for solutions suited to your circumstances—not fitting you into a standard answer.

Retirement & Pensions

Pension advice for retirement planning, consolidating pensions, and drawing a sustainable income that lasts.

Investments & Savings

Building an investment portfolio and savings plan matched to your goals, timeframe and appetite for risk.

Inheritance Tax Planning

Practical inheritance tax strategies to pass on more of what you've built to the people who matter most.

Wills & Powers of Attorney

Hand sewn wills and lasting power of attorney arrangements to protect your wishes and your family.

Care Cost Planning

Preparing for the cost of care in later life and protecting your home and savings for the next generation.

In-House Investment Models

Our own risk-rated portfolios, built in-house and currently reviewed four times a year across the whole of the market.

How I work

Your meeting. Your pace.

Good advice begins by taking the time to understand you. Family members or a trusted friend are always welcome to join the conversation.

01
Listen
We begin with your current position, what matters to you and where you want to be.
02
Research
I compare suitable options, considering performance, risk and your individual priorities.
03
Explain
I talk you through my recommendations clearly, giving you the time you need to decide.

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James created a very calm, relaxed atmosphere and listened attentively. There was a two-way dialogue, touches of humour and a definite feeling of moving forward.
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