Chris Mills Financial Planner

06/10/2026

Three years ago, I set myself a few personal bucket-list challenges.

One of them was for my children to see me run the London Marathon. They weren't even born when I first completed it, and it was something Id always wanted them to experience.

In 2024, I achieved that dream with Ollie there to see me finish, In 2025, I got to do it again with Maisie watching & this year, I pushed things slightly further by completing both the Paris and London Marathons within two weeks & yes, I was still paying the price for that three months later.

There are still plenty of challenges I want to tick off before my body properly gives up on me, however, there was always one bucket-list that I thought would be incredible, although I never really thought it would happen which was to run the London Marathon with one of the children.

Well, thanks to Children with Cancer UK, that one is going to become a reality as Ollie and I will be running the 2027 TCS London Marathon together.

Ollie doesnt even turn 18 until January, so hell be taking this on at a very young age. Ive been fortunate enough to run London a few times now, and every time has been special. But standing on that start line alongside Ollie and, hopefully, crossing the finish line together or at least within a few minutes of each other, will be something I cherish forever.

We’ll be doing it while raising money for Children with Cancer UK and I’d also like to thank them for giving us this opportunity.

The training or should I say, the competition between us, has already started as our standard Monday evening gym session, had a bit more bite to it

29/09/2026

Every quarter we always do something, as forming a team doesn’t just happen in the office. Outside of the office is just as Important, especially as Voyage Financial Planning continues to grow

On Sunday, we participated in the test way walk raising money for Abby's Heroes

It was a great way for both Kayleigh and Tracy to get to know us better and us them.

As the end of Q3 fast approaches, we are looking forward to Q4

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23/09/2026

This Sunday, Voyage Financial Planning will be taking on the Test Way Walk, raising money for the amazing Abby's Heroes

A huge thank you to everyone who has already donated, we really appreciate the support.

There’s still time to help us raise a little more before Sunday. Every donation, no matter how big or small, will help support the incredible work Abby’s Heroes does for children, young people and their families.

If you can’t donate, a share would be just as appreciated.

Now we just need the weather to be kind to us

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11/09/2026

One thing that has always been important to me is making sure that, as a team, we do at least one social event every quarter.

With Q3 quickly coming to an end, we are running out of time.

I grew up playing team sports, so I’ve always understood the importance of building a strong team and spending time together away from the day to day. It’s something I’ve tried to instill at Voyage.

We’ve done the traditional meals out and pub evenings, but this quarter the team wanted to do something a little different.

Over the years, they’ve seen me raise money and support charities that are close to my heart, and this time they wanted us to do something collectively.

So, on Sunday 27th September, the Voyage Financial Planning team will be putting on our trainers and taking part in the Test Way Walk, raising money for the amazing Abby's Heroes

Abby's Heroes supports children and young people with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses, helping families through an unimaginably difficult time.

I’ve seen just a small snippet of the incredible work they do and the effort that goes into supporting the children and families who need them.

Every donation, no matter how big or small, will make a difference.

If you’re able to donate, we’d be incredibly grateful & if you can’t, simply sharing this post would mean just as much and help us spread the word.

Help Voyage Financial Planning raise money to support Rotary Club of Romsey Test Trust Fund

07/09/2026

Another exciting week for Voyage Financial Planning as we officially welcome two new members to the team.

On Friday, we received official sign off for Tracy Farrington, who joins us as a highly experienced Mortgage & Protection Adviser.

Tracy also specialises in Equity Release and Lifetime Mortgages, adding even greater experience and depth to the services we can offer our clients.

I’m also delighted to welcome Kayleigh, who has joined us as our Business Administration Apprentice.

Kayleigh will initially be working alongside Samantha within our mortgage team as she takes her first steps into employment and the financial services industry.

It’s been one heck of an 8 months for the business, and continuing to bring in good people who share our approach to looking after clients is a huge part of our plans for the future.

Welcome Tracy & Kayleigh

28/08/2026

What a way to end the month & the summer

Today, our new apprentice Kayleigh officially joined us. When we advertised the position, we received far more applications than I expected. It reinforced how important it is to find the right person for the team, rather than simply filling a position.

And our recruitment certainly isn’t finished

Hopefully, next week I’ll be announcing a new addition to our advice team, however, more on that later.

But before then, I’m delighted to say that we are now actively looking for a full-time, office-based Paraplanner to join us in Romsey.

As Voyage Financial Planning continues to grow, so does the importance of having the right structure and people behind our advisers.

With Megan gradually taking on more of a compliance role, bringing in a full-time Paraplanner is the next step in making sure we have the support and capacity in place to continue growing without compromising the service we provide to our clients.

There’s a lot happening and I’m genuinely excited about what the next 12 months will bring.

If you're an experienced Paraplanner looking for your next opportunity or you know someone who could be perfect for the role, drop me a message or apply via the link below.

Apply for the Paraplanner job in Romsey! Learn more about the job description, salary and job details to see if you qualify on Indeed today.

10/08/2026

With 5 children and such a big age range, it’s pretty much impossible to cater for all 5 at the same time, so sometimes you must divide and conquer to make sure they all get quality time between Amy & I.

Like I’ve recently said, work has been busy lately meaning finishing early hasn’t really been an option, so sometimes you just have too book something & then work around it.

A couple of weeks ago, I booked for Amy to take the older 3 down to Weymouth for a long weekend, giving her the chance to enjoy some time with them without having to worry about the twins, especially before our family holiday next week.

It also forced me to take a couple of days out of the office, which has been well needed, meaning, it left me and the twins together for the long weekend & I certainly made the most of it.

The twins & I have been all over the place, had plenty of adventures, and I think it’s safe to say my step count has benefited, especially when they decide to run in different directions.

06/08/2026

I've been a bit quiet on here lately, and that's mainly down to how busy things have been juggling family life and the business.

This year has been a whirlwind, and we're far from finished.

We've now been in our new office for 6 months, and Voyage Financial Planning has continued to grow. We have had interviews & discussions with potential new recruits, but more on that another time.

With Stephanie now fully settled in, it genuinely feels like she's been part of the team for years. Her experience is already shining through, and she's making a huge impact on a daily basis.

With Michelle taking on more responsibility by managing the office and keeping everything running smoothly, it has has given me the time and headspace to focus on growing the business and looking ahead to what's next.

This month, I'm in and out of the office with summer holidays and client meetings. This is only possible because of the fantastic team around me, who make sure everything keeps running without missing a beat.

Although, they don't seem to hide the fact they prefer it when I'm not in the office as apparently my attempts to "help" aren't actually that helpful!

I'm incredibly grateful for the team we've built and excited for what the rest of the year has in store as those who know me, know, I'm always looking/ planning ahead.

10/07/2026

As we enter the next phase of our growth plans, and with Stephanie due to start on Monday, we certainly aren't slowing down.

We're now looking for a Business Administration Apprentice to join the Voyage Financial Planning team in Romsey.

This is an opportunity for someone starting their career to gain hands on experience across both the mortgage and financial planning sides of the business. You'll play a key role in supporting our team by helping with administration, liaising with clients, lenders, providers, solicitors, our advisers and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

No experience in financial services? No problem. Full training will be provided. What we're really looking for is someone with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and excellent organisation and communication skills.

I believe in investing in people. You'll be joining a supportive, friendly team where you'll gain valuable experience, develop new skills, and play an important part in helping us continue to grow.

If you, or someone you know, is looking to start a career in financial services, you can apply for the government link below

We’ve introduced a new way to find and apply for an apprenticeship in England.

06/07/2026

On Friday evening, we had our Q2 team night out.

For me, it's important we spend time together outside of the office. Strong teams aren't built from just being in the office, because when everyone works well together, everything runs smoothly for both the team and our clients.

It's also my way of showing my appreciation for all their hard work. They work tirelessly behind the scenes, keeping me organised and making sure Mandy and I can focus on what we enjoy most, meeting and helping our clients.

Without this team, Voyage Financial Planning wouldn't be where it is today. Their hard work, dedication & commitment often go unseen, so it's important to me that they receive the recognition they deserve, as it’s certainly not just the ‘Chris’ show.

Friday saw another exciting milestone, as our newest team member, Stephanie, joined us for the evening ahead of her official start on 13th July. Steph brings with her 18 years of Financial Services experience from a previous IFA practice, but just as importantly, she shares our passion for putting clients first and has a great sense of humour.