Hello and welcome
Forsythe Financial Planning is a Financial Broker based in Carrigaline, Co. Cork, owned and run by John Forsythe, QFA, FLIA, RPA. One of Ireland’s most experienced financial advisors, John has worked as a financial planner since 1991. He has helped many clients in Cork city and county to identify and achieve their financial goals.
I set up my own firm to offer impartial, research-based financial advice to individuals, families and business owners in Cork by working closely with them over a prolonged period
– John Forsythe QFA FLIA RPA
Clear, No-Nonsense Retirement Advice Tailored to Cork Professionals
Why Choose a Financial Broker for Expert & Trusted Advice
Financial Brokers provide expert, professional advice to individuals and businesses on managing finances and assisting you in achieving your financial goals through a wide range of products and providers in the market.
Whether you need to save for a college fund, plan for retirement, get savings or investment advice, or ensure you’re covered for all of life’s emergencies, your local Financial Broker can provide the right guidance while steering your financial path
WHY ME?
Forsythe Financial Planning is a Financial Broker based in Cork, working exclusively with a select group of business owners, pre-retirees, and professionals.
By maintaining a limited client portfolio, I provide dedicated attention, expertise, and highly customised financial strategies required to navigate complex wealth, maximise tax efficiencies, and secure your long-term future.
Retirement & Pension Planning
Financial Planning: Mapping your long-term goals with clear, actionable strategies.
Investments: Building and managing portfolios designed for steady growth.
Retirement Planning: Structuring tax-efficient pensions to secure your future.
Protection: Safeguarding your family and income against unexpected events.
The Benefits of a Focused Personal Financial Advisor
Direct Access: You work directly with me without administrative delays.
Tailored Solutions: Your strategy is built from scratch, never copied from a template.
Local Expertise: Grounded in the Cork community with deep knowledge of Irish financial regulations.
Tailored Financial Solutions
Cork
Business
Business Financial Planning
Corporate pensions, tax-efficient profit extraction, and business succession planning.
Cork
Personal
Personal Financial Planning
Smart investments, capital gains planning, and maximising annual tax reliefs.
Cork
Retirement Planning
Pensions & Retirement Planning
Pension optimisation, retirement lifestyle mapping, and post-retirement ARF strategies.
Why Choose Our Boutique Practice
Local Pension & Investment Expertise
We intentionally limit our active client list to protect our premium, one-to-one standard of service.
If you are approaching retirement or looking for proactive management of your existing investments, let’s schedule an initial private consultation.
Direct Personal Service
Deal directly with a Qualified Financial Advisor with over 35 years of experience, avoiding corporate red tape.
Tailored Financial Plans
Your income strategy is built entirely around your lifestyle goals.
Local Pension & Investment Expertise
Grounded in Cork with precise knowledge of Irish Revenue regulations.
Personal Service
Work directly with John on every single call and meeting.