Financial Services for
IPA Members
Trusted financial planning through the IPA's partnership with Benchmark Financial Planning
You work hard for your money, and it should work hard for you too.
Whether you’re buying your first home, planning for retirement, protecting your family or navigating a major life change, IPA members have access to professional financial planning support through our partnership with Benchmark Financial Planning.
Together, the IPA and Benchmark Financial Planning help members make informed financial decisions with confidence, whatever stage of life they are in.
Why the IPA Chose
Benchmark Financial Planning
Your partner for your dream life
At the IPA, we’re committed to supporting members throughout their careers and beyond.
That’s why we’ve partnered with Benchmark Financial Planning, providing IPA members with access to trusted financial advice and planning services.
Financial planning is about more than money. It’s about creating choices, protecting what matters most and building confidence for the future.
Whether you’re planning your next career move, buying a home, supporting your family, growing your investments or preparing for retirement, Benchmark Financial Planning can help you develop a strategy that works for your circumstances and goals.
Independent Financial Advice
Professional guidance tailored to your personal circumstances and long-term objectives
Trusted IPA Partnership
A financial planning service recommended by the IPA for the benefit of its members
Long-Term Financial Planning
Support to help you make confident decisions at every stage of life
Protection For What Matters Most
Helping you safeguard your family, lifestyle and future plans
Your Financial Adviser
Dedicated support for IPA members
Calum Borthwick is an experienced financial adviser at Benchmark Financial Planning and is dedicated to supporting IPA members with comprehensive financial planning services.
Calum works with members at every stage of life, helping them make informed decisions about their financial future and build plans that reflect their goals, priorities and ambitions.
Whether you’re just getting started, planning ahead or preparing for retirement, Calum can provide guidance tailored to your individual circumstances.
How Calum can Help
Expertise when it matters most
Retirement Planning
Helping you prepare for the future with pension advice and retirement planning strategies
Investments
Supporting you in building and managing an investment strategy aligned with your goals
Mortgages
Advice and guidance for first homes, remortgaging and property finance
Family Protection
Helping you protect the people who matter most
Financial Planning
Creating a personalised financial roadmap for your future
Estate Planning
Helping you pass on your wealth efficiently and effectively
Major Life Changes
Financial guidance through significant personal and professional transitions
Guides and Resources
Helpful information when you need it
Financial decisions can sometimes feel complex.
Benchmark Financial Planning provides a range of useful guides and resources covering key financial topics, helping you better understand your options and make informed decisions.
Member Benefits
Financial support throughout your career
- Buying your first home
- Building your investment portfolio
- Starting or supporting a family
- Planning for retirement
- Protecting your income and lifestyle
- Managing significant life changes
- Thinking about how to pass on your wealth
Benchmark Financial Planning can help you create a financial plan designed around your personal goals and circumstances.
Whatever your ambitions, professional financial planning can help you move forward with confidence.
Supporting IPA Members with confidence
Good financial planning isn't just about money. It's about creating choices, security and confidence for the future.
FCA Regulated Advice
Advice delivered through a regulated financial planning firm you can trust
Independent Guidance
Objective financial planning tailored to your individual needs
Dedicated IPA Member Support
A specialist service available exclusively through the IPA's partnership with Benchmark Financial Planning
Personal Financial Planning
Comprehensive advice focused on helping you achieve your goals
Contact Calum
Start the conversation
If you'd like to discuss your financial plans, book an appointment with Calum or get in touch directly.
Office address
Runway East
York & Elder Works
50 New England Street
Brighton
BN1 4AW
Benchmark Financial Planning is an Appointed Representative of Best Practice IFA Group Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, registration number 223112.
Registered Office: Broadlands Business Campus, Langhurst Wood Road, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 4QP.
Registered in England and Wales No. 07572431.
