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Financial Advisors in the UK

Key Financial Consultants

Key Financial Consultants

Based in Heaton Mersey, just on the outskirts of Manchester, Key Financial Consultants are an establised team of Independent Financial Advisors (IFA) who have been operating as Key Financial Consultants since 2003. Our team consists of Independent Financial Advisors who specialise in various niches of financial advice such as pensions and retirement income, financial products for employers and businesses as well as personal insurance products and savings. less

HQ Mortgage & Finance

HQ Mortgage & Finance

I had the pleasure of a financial review with Julian who not only reduced the mortgage payments but increased the coverage on the life policy and unpicked the mortgage market for me, managed the application and kept me informed throughout the entire process, which was completed on time, as explained and with minimal fuss. I would not hesitate to recommend both him and the organisation. 5 star rated. less

George Gibson IFA

George Gibson IFA

Dunfermline, Fife, Scotland, KY11 8PB

I have been giving clients Financial Advice since 1997 and from March 2002 I have been a Financial & Mortgage Adviser (FA) based in Dunfermline, Fife, although I have many clients based all over the United Kingdom. Amongst the products and services I offer are Investments, Pensions, Life Insurance, IHT planning, General Insurance & Mortgage Advice. less

Roberts Boyt

Roberts Boyt

Welcome to Roberts Boyt & Company, an expert independent financial advice service from our team of Independent Financial Advisors (IFA's). Request independent financial advice on investments, pensions, stakeholder and life assurance, critical illness and investment plannning or even a full independent financial review. You can check on the latest stock market and share information or use our extensive range of online financial calculators and interactive tools. less

Chiltern Consultancy

Chiltern Consultancy

We pride ourselves on the fact that the majority of our clients are referred to us by accountants and law firms and we believe that the strength, depth and competitiveness of our proposition really does separate us from the crowd. We believe it is important for you to feel totally comfortable with us before embarking on a working relationship. How much cash would your family or business need if you die prematurely or if you suffered a serious illness or disability? less

Tony Tyler Financial Services

Tony Tyler Financial Services

At Tony Tyler Financial Services we pride ourselves on fully understanding the needs of our clients and providing them with independent quality advice in the time scales their busy lives demand. Tony Tyler Financial Services Ltd is an appointed representative of Seasame Ltd, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. less

Harrison Townend & Ormeshers Solicitors

Harrison Townend & Ormeshers Solicitors

We are Independent Financial Advisers and a group of solicitors in Greater Manchester who have created this network to provide independent advice on arranging Equity Release products and the associated legal work. Although our group of Solicitors is based in Tameside, we can provide face to face Equity Release advice to anyone in the Greater Manchester area, Stockport, Glossop, Bolton, Oldham or the North West. less

Armour Financial Services

Armour Financial Services

Dalgety Bay, Fife, Scotland, KY11 9UH

As an Independent Financial Adviser we can find you the most appropriate products for all your financial needs. We are Directly Authorised by The Financial Services Authority and pride ourselves in the quality advice you will receive on all your lifelong financial needs. less

Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley

Growth of green bonds market underscores rising demand among investors for profitable financial products that create positive environmental and social impact. Internet usage is set to double by 2020, with opportunities for both old and new industries to benefit from an eCommerce boom. less

Signature Financial Services

Signature Financial Services

Signature Financial Services Ltd are mortgage and insurance advisors in Stoke on Trent Staffordshire that specialise in the highest level of service available. Our advisers pride themselves in offering a service second to none. We offer a Free Initial No Obligation consultation to fully assess your needs and provide you with the very best advice and recommendations. less

Radar Finance & Leasing

Radar Finance & Leasing

Radar Finance & Leasing Ltd - has over 30 years of funding expertise and a large selection of satisfied customers from across a variety or business sectors. The team at Radar are committed to offering our clients, old and new, an unrivalled service to assist businesses and individuals acquire and hire their assets using a variety of funding and vehicle sourcing options. less

ASC Financial Solutions

ASC Financial Solutions

If you are looking for expert investment advice, we have a wealth of industry knowledge to share with our customers. Today there are a bewildering range of savings and investment options available to the investor. Investment Advice from Financial Advisors Milton Keynes and Beyond. less

A C Financial

A C Financial

We are a specialist financial recruitment agency focusing on the investment funds industry, banking & financial services jobs and general accounting vacancies. London and Essex based financial vacancies form the majority of our business, but our coverage extends throughout the UK. We are well known for our focus on Transfer Agency and Fund Accounting recruitment within the UK collective funds industry. less

Whitehead Ruth

Whitehead Ruth

She became transformed by adversity into a very angry expert on finance, and in 1993 RWA was born. Ruth is frequently quoted in the national press and trade publications, has broadcast on BBC 4's "Money Box" programme, BBC News and BBC London radio, and writes for the Guardian and Observer newspapers, amongst others. We are very proud to have won the Responsible Investment IFA of the Year award in 2012 and 2013 - and been shortlisted four years running. less

Wingate Financial Planning

Wingate Financial Planning

Wingate Financial Planning is an award-winning firm of Chartered Financial Planners based in Caterham, Surrey helping individuals to understand and achieve their lifetime financial goals. We work with you to create a financial plan which we implement and regularly review to ensure you remain on track. less

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Do you wonder what a financial advisor does for a living? Maybe you need the professional assistance and help of a financial advisor? We can help you choose the right financial advisor and specialist in that field by sharing more about what a financial advisor does and how they can help you. Stay tuned to learn more.

Why Choose a Financial Advisor?

In a nutshell, a financial advisor is this type of specialist who will advise you on your financial endeavours and affairs, the investments you want to make, some good financial opportunities for you, the course of action you may take for your best. Naturally, people are not used to sharing a lot about our current financial situation and our plans. However, It is literary the job of the financial advisor to know about your plans, aspirations, financial past and help you explore a window of good opportunities. This article will provide you with an overview of what a financial advisor actually does and how the right financial advisor will help you choose the appropriate investments for you. With the help of such information, you will be able to choose the right financial advisor for you. At the end of the day, a financial advisor is someone you have to fully trust and rely on. Therefore, make sure to follow our tips and recommendations and also go with your guts, when choosing a financial advisor.

What does a financial advisor do?

Think of your financial advisor as a planning partner. In order to accomplish your financial goals, you can benefit a lot from the professional help of a financial advisor. A skilled professional with the right licenses and qualification if someone who will help you make all good plans become a reality.

A financial advisor can be competent and help you in different aspects, including the amount of money you should save in order to finance your plans and goals, the types of accounts that are best for you, the kinds of insurance that is best for you, estate and tax planning, etc. Part of the job of a financial advisor is also to help you understand how you can achieve your future financial goals. A financial advisor will have enough understanding, knowledge, and expertise in financial topics and be able to help you understand them too. Such financial topics a financial advisor will most likely discuss with you include budgeting, saving, complex investment, insurance, tax matters, etc.

However, the first thing a financial advisor will do for you when you start working together is they learning more about your financial health and current financial situation. It is impossible to make a solid plan for a financial future if you don’t know where you stand at the moment. Therefore, a financial advisor will start with this aspect, typically learning more about your financial health through a detailed questionnaire they will give you to fill in. Make sure to provide honest and detailed answers, as this will help the financial advisor understand all important information about you and your financial health.

Financial Advisor and the Financial Questionnaire

The way you will fill in the questionnaire you are given by the financial advisor will determine how well and detailed they will be informed of your assets, liabilities, income, expenses. This questionnaire will typically also cover topics such as future pensions, income sources, project retirement needs, long-term financial obligations if any. You should also let the financial advisor know more about your investment preferences. This initial stage of assessment of your financial plans and current situation also includes other aspects including insurance issues, your tax situation, your current estate plan, other possible professionals you are involved with on your planning team, including lawyers, solicitors, accountants, etc.

Financial Advisor and a Financial Plan

Once the financial advisor collects, assesses, and reviews all the details and information you provide them with, they will be ready to create a comprehensive financial plan for you that will pretty much turn into the roadmap of your financial future and provide you with guidelines. Such a financial plan will summarize your current financial situation and all key details you have provided and will also include all the financial goals you and your financial advisor have already discussed and planned. Such a document will cover a few important topics, including your risk tolerance, estate-planning details, family situation, long-term care risk, other possible present and future financial issues. Next, the financial advisor will continue the financial plan by mentioning all potential best- and worst-case retirement scenarios and the needed steps that have to be taken for preventing the worst-case scenarios.

Financial Advisor Plans Action Steps

A financial advisor is a professional, who is involved in not only helping you with investments but also dissecting and improving every aspect of your financial life and situation. In fact, it is not even necessary to hire a financial advisor in order to get professional advice on investments. However, most people will opt for the help of a financial advisor mainly because of investments. In this case, the job of the financial advisor is to set an asset allocation, keeping in mind your risk tolerance and risk capacity. What an asset allocation determines is how percentages of your total financial portfolio will be allocated towards different asset classes. Additionally, the financial advisor will adjust your asset allocation based on your current age and how long you have before retirement. The financial advisor will work in accordance with the law and regulations in the field and also with their own or their company’s investment policy when they buy and sell financial assets.

Financial Advisor and Investments

It is important for you to understand what and why your financial advisor is recommending. Don’t follow their recommendations blindly, always make sure to ask questions, if you are concerned or not sure you understand something. Also, keep a close eye on the fees you are paying to your financial advisor. Ask your financial advisor why they recommend an investment, also if they will get a commission by selling you this investment. Pay attention to the investment philosophy of the financial advisor’s firm too.

Why choose a financial advisor?
What does a financial advisor do?
Financial advisor and the financial questionnaire
Financial advisor and a financial plan
Financial advisor plans action steps
Financial advisor and investments