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Mortgages ( 25 )
Pensions ( 53 )
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Retirement income (annuities, drawdown) ( 18 )
Auto Enrolment ( 2 )
Investments and Savings ( 32 )
Pension Transfers - Non Specialist ( 13 )
Inheritance Planning ( 6 )
Long Term Care ( 1 )
Pension Transfers - Specialist ( 4 )
Financial Planning ( 9 )
Financial Mentoring ( 2 )
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Repeat review
by a verified client in Essex
a year ago
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This review is a follow-up review from a client who left a review previously.
How has Alex Grant helped you since your last review?
Alex has been my financial adviser for over 20 years. The advice provided by Alex over this time has been sound, delivered in a professional and friendly manner.
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by a verified client in Wiltshire
a year ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Initially I needed to look at insurance cover and pension advice regarding a SIPP.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex has been a great help over the years, incredibly knowledgeable and always available to have a conversation. He has guided me through the setup of a SIPP and ensured I was kept aware of risks and requirements along the way.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
I have been extremely pleased with the outcome of the SIPP investment so far and so pleased I took Alex's advice.
What could they have done better?
I am currently happy with all aspects so nothing that I can think of, as yet.
Repeat review
by a verified client in Somerset
a year ago
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This review is a follow-up review from a client who left a review previously.
How has Alex Grant helped you since your last review?
Alex has continued to provide us with an update on our pension investments and has also provided guidance on savings that we can make to decrease our monthly outgoings i.e. accessing reductions to our current mortgages. In addition, Alex is now also putting forward other investment ideas that we should consider as my wife and I approach retirement age.
Repeat review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
a year ago
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This review is a follow-up review from a client who left a review previously.
How has Alex Grant helped you since your last review?
He helped make the required changes I wanted to make with my pension and also helped get me life and critical illness insurance
First impression
by a VouchedFor user
a year ago
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Please provide a brief comment about your experience with Alex
Alex is very polite, and very helpful. Alex also highlights areas that you wouldn't necessarily think of.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
a year ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I have know Alex for many years on a personal and professional basis. He was referred to me and my husband to look at our life and critical insurance policy when our work circumstances changed.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex advises on my husband's pension and we are presently reviewing our life insurance arrangements. I am a Will Writer and regularly recommend Alex to my clients who may want their pensions reviewed, require life insurance or inheritance tax planning.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Absolutely. we completely trust Alex as an advisor.
What could they have done better?
Nothing.
Repeat review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
a year ago
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This review is a follow-up review from a client who left a review previously.
How has Alex Grant helped you since your last review?
Alex has helped me with some source the best insurance policies following a house move.
Review
by a verified client in Dorset
a year ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Been with Alex for more years than I can remember
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Has seen us through financially from mortgages to retirement
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
So far so good
What could they have done better?
Haven’t had to experience this. Alex always responds instantly with an answer where he can
Review
by a verified client in Berkshire
a year ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Recommendation from our accountant
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Good advice on pension contributions
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Definitely, our tax situation has improved immensely.
What could they have done better?
nothing at the moment.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
a year ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
purchasing of my commercial property and pension planning
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Helped to complete the purchase of mixed commercial/residential property, with continued advise with SIP and investment planning
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
So far everything is moving along nicely with our plans
What could they have done better?
So far Alex has been very comprehensive in his planning and always responds quickly and efficiently to questions. so nothing is further needed or required and this point
First impression
by a VouchedFor user
2 years ago
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Please provide a brief comment about your experience with Alex
Alex responded promptly to query. Gave clear and helpful advice. Listened to my needs.
Review
by a verified client in Devon
2 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
To look for a advisor to handle my pension and life insurance needs
How has Alex Grant helped you?
He is always there to help and advise on a problems or issues I have
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Certainly a tough time for pensions at the moment but mine has recovered the losses and is growing nicely
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
2 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Financial planning for my retirement and my family's future
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Great help, advice and aftercare
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Totally and better than expected
What could they have done better?
Nothing in my opinion
Review
by a verified client in Somerset
2 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Money to invest
How has Alex Grant helped you?
He’s been a good advisor Yes up until now The recession hasn’t been good for us
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Not at the momentI
What could they have done better?
I don’t know we are waiting to see Alex
Review
by a verified client in Somerset
2 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Pension and investments.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Provided clear and easy to understand details on pensions and was always available for questions.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes.
What could they have done better?
Nothing.
Review
by a verified client in Dorset
2 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
We had Alex passed to us as a recommendation as our previous financial adviser was retiring.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Mortgage protection Life & critical illness protection Pension
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
We are very happy with how things have & are progressing.
What could they have done better?
None
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
2 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
A desire to commence regular pension contributions having taken a break from doing so during my children's younger years due to affordability. Alex was very good at giving explanation of options and indeed the considerations of different approaches.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
With pension provision.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes
What could they have done better?
Fully happy with service.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
2 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
We started to explore pensions for the directors of the company
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex gave us the correct guidance on what to do, how to invest and future planning.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes
What could they have done better?
All very clear and well guided.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
2 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I wanted help with long term pension planning and other investments.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex has helped with pension planning, ISA investments and Life Insurance.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Absolutely. Alex has taken a broad approach to our financial requirements, in particular I feel much more confident about our pension plans. I also appreciate the regular updates as part of the ongoing process.
What could they have done better?
Not really!
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
2 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I changed employment, I wanted some advise on what my options were with my prior employment pension pot.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
He explained the options available to be and gave me details to help my understanding of what I should be considering both for the short and long term.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
I wanted to gain confidence that my pension pot was being monitored and I now have this.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
2 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Many, many years ago we asked Alex to help us with investing some money.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex has provided expert help with managing our money and investing wisely in several ISAs. He has also spent a lot of time explaining and advising us on pensions and general financial issues. Since my divorce he has been someone that I have been able to rely on to give me honest advice whilst painstakingly explaining over and over again the details of my fiancial situation. If I have had any concerns he has always responded very quickly to my questions and has very kindly helped me to make decisions which will ultimately benefit me in the long term.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
I am happy with where I am financially in these very difficult economic times.
What could they have done better?
See above answer.
Repeat review
by a verified client in Somerset
3 years ago
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This review is a follow-up review from a client who left a review previously.
How has Alex Grant helped you since your last review?
Alex has helped a huge amount with my pension and long term planning. He really went above and beyond putting in the ground work. I’d happily recommend his professionalism, experience and advice to others.
Repeat review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
3 years ago
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This review is a follow-up review from a client who left a review previously.
How has Alex Grant helped you since your last review?
Alex has continued to update me on my pension and has also helped sort out life and home insurance for me.
Repeat review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
3 years ago
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This review is a follow-up review from a client who left a review previously.
How has Alex Grant helped you since your last review?
Alex is proactive and provides valuable advice.
Repeat review
by a verified client in Dorset
3 years ago
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This review is a follow-up review from a client who left a review previously.
How has Alex Grant helped you since your last review?
Alex has always been on hand to advise and guide us when we ask
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
3 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
We needed advice on how to make the best of our savings.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Advised us on options best suited to our needs explaining all the processes and how it would work.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes
What could they have done better?
Nothing, Alex has been amazingly helpful.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
3 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Concern about the economic climate and receiving some redundancy money
How has Alex Grant helped you?
He ensured I made the best of my ISA allowance and gave me options for other investments
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Too early days with the investments to tell
What could they have done better?
n/a
Repeat review
by a verified client in Devon
3 years ago
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This review is a follow-up review from a client who left a review previously.
How has Alex Grant helped you since your last review?
Alex has kept me in touch with my pension plan and advised me on retirement plans
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
3 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
My husband was retiring and I wanted to review my own pension provision
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex was a great help in advising what best to do with multiple pensions and savings
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes seeing good growth
What could they have done better?
Nothing
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
3 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I was intending to retire in 2020 so we approached Alex for financial advice and planning
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex responded very quickly to our initial enquiry and set up an appointment at our home address. He gave us a very clear explanation of the options we had for our savings and pensions and we went ahead with his recommendations. We were fully briefed on the options and levels of potential risk and there was complete transparency regarding fees and commissions. Subsequently even during the months of Covid lockdown Alex responded quickly and efficiently to any queries and offers us regular reviews of our finances.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes indeed and our investments seem to be performing well at this stage.
What could they have done better?
I can think of nothing in particular. We have been very happy with Alex's completely professional performance and hope to keep up our relationship with him for years to come
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
3 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I have been looking at remortgaging and retirement/pension planning.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex has helped me to focus on my options and assisted me to action them.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes, it’s a long journey and we are well on our way.
What could they have done better?
Alex has been patient and professional. There is nothing more that I could have asked of him.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
4 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I possessed no useful knowledge of financial investments and pensions as I found the subject boring and uninteresting but realised I needed to plan for the future financially.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex provided friendly easy to understand advice on a broad are of subjects and products with clear objectives and outcomes.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
I have worked with Alex for many years and he has always provided an excellent personal advice. He has helped with my Pensions and investments(ISA's) and work related insurances.
What could they have done better?
Nothing I can think of.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
4 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I required mortgage and pensions advice.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex helped me with my new mortgage and he is also assisted with me with transferring multiple pensions into one as well as income projections for the future.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes I have a great mortgage deal and my pensions are all under the same fund now. As a result of his advice, I have also amended my pension contributions to prepare for the future so that I will have sufficient income for when I retire.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
4 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Our existing Life Insurance was due to expire. We have dealt with Alex previously and always been happy with his service.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
He discussed our on going requirements and gave us quotes to enable us to make a decision about taking new life insurance.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes we set up our new Life Insurance which is now in place.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
4 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Trying to find the best mortgage deal
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex has helped me on several occasions, from applying for a mortgage, to going through my financial options when wanting to re-mortgage
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes, Alex always gives sound advice and makes my options very clear to me
What could they have done better?
Nothing, I can't fault Alex on anything.
Review
by a verified client in Devon
4 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
To help with pensions and life insurance
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex has been advising me on my pension and keeping me updated regularly. Extremely helpful and clear advice.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Absolutely yes. No complaints whatsoever
Review
by a verified client in Essex
4 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Re-mortgage and pension advice.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex assisted by looking at the available options and providing good strategic investment advice.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes.
What could they have done better?
Alex has provide great advice over the years. Even with not being geographically not local, communication with Alex is great. He is always available when needed on the phone or email.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
4 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Increase in mortgage borrowing.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex found the right life and critical illness cover for our needs
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes. The right product at a very good price.
What could they have done better?
More direct contact. Difficult in Covid times, but when we spoke on the phone he was great at explaining all details of the products and answering questions.
Review
by a verified client in Bristol
4 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Good, honest advice from a source that we could trust.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex has provided us with information, advice and support on our pension portfolio, mortgage renewals and life insurance and has always presented a wide range of products against each requirement, highlighing and explaining the key elements and details of any of the products that we show interest in.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes, consistently.
What could they have done better?
n/a
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
5 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Finishing work early
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Sorted pension for my self and my wife so it is ready to take
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Not started as yet
What could they have done better?
N/a
First impression
by a VouchedFor user
5 years ago
Overall
Please provide a brief comment about your experience with Alex
As a complete newcomer to the world of investments and suchlike, I found Alex to be friendly and down to earth, he explained everything clearly and in language that I understood. He has always replied promptly to emails and will answer any questions or queries straight away, even if it’s not really related to our proposed investment, for example, background information on other financial matters which were puzzling me.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
5 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
To put all my pensions together
How has Alex Grant helped you?
He did what I wanted and has advised me for the last five years
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
It's getting there
What could they have done better?
Nothing he has done as I asked for
Review
by a verified client in Surrey
5 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
We required help to set up pension plans relatively late in our working lives. We are business owners looking to retire and needed expert advice about our savings to ensure an adequate income in retirement.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex clearly explained our options and any associated risks, and then helped set up our current pension plans. He regularly reports on the performance of the funds and reviews our overall finances.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
We are quite satisfied with the performance of our pension savings in the current climate, so we feel we have been well advised by Alex.
What could they have done better?
We have been clients of Alex for many years now and we have always been impressed by his knowledge and professionalism. As we live some distance away we usually meet with him once a year but we know we can call on him at any time and he responds immediately to any email or phone contact.
First impression
by a VouchedFor user
5 years ago
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Please provide a brief comment about your experience with Alex
A very pleasant experience all round. Alex knows his stuff, is very clear, is happy to answer any number of questions and explain things in more depth.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
5 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Buying a house
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Sorted out my mortgage for me and also advised me all the way through the process
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes
What could they have done better?
He couldn’t have done anymore for me, brilliant throughout. Would recommend him to anyone, always there to help and advise
Review
by a verified client in Somerset
5 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
My mother had just died and I was looking for advice on investing some of the money left to me. This was in 1997 when Alex was an independent F A but was living near me. He was a great help not only with investment advice but also managed to find a pension from when I had previously been made redundant .
How has Alex Grant helped you?
We have been very happy with his advice over the last 22 years and I even recommended him to my daughter and husband. My son-in-law had lost his pension with a former employer but Alex was able to recover it and consequently invest it.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Certainly as we are still receiving a monthly sum to help with our pensions.
What could they have done better?
Nothing really as I know he can be contacted at any time and will explain away any problems we may have.
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by a verified client in Dorset
5 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
We had some money from a house sale and Will that Alex has helped us to invest
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex has been so helpful and had guided us along the process. He has explained everything in detail and is always available if we have other questions or queries
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes
What could they have done better?
Nothing - Alex is fantastic at his job!
Review
by a verified client in Dorset
5 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Required a mortgage initially.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Provided a mortgage.,
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Definitely, great decision letting Alex deal with it.
What could they have done better?
There is nothing Alex could have done better, professional and explained everything in a language that I could understand.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
5 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
My accountant recommended that I speak to someone about maximising my pension via my business and personal accounts.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex provided advice about my pension and what options were open to me.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes, my pension has increased and I am continuing to contribute via my business and personal accounts.
What could they have done better?
Nothing I can think of. Alex always responds via email very promptly and sets up meetings within a short time.
First impression
by a VouchedFor user
5 years ago
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Please provide a brief comment about your experience with Alex
Alex is prompt with his responses and communication, explains things in a way that is easy to understand and is really helpful along the way with advice and guidance. I feel very confident with his support.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
5 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
To manage my funds and give advice on pension schemes and mortgage options
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Provided great mortgage advice, consolidated my pensions and advised on future pension contributions and how to best invest my funds. Life insurance advice and policy cover
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes
What could they have done better?
Alex is quick, professional, and a great source of information. Can’t think of any constructive criticism
Review
by a verified client in Somerset
5 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
With savings rates at an all time low I wanted to find the best home for my money to help fund my retirement.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex gave me numerous options on various savings investment opportunities and pension advice
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
I am very happy with the advice I was given and have seen steady growth in my investments and found a good place for my pension.
What could they have done better?
Very happy with everything so far and the way Alex has conducted himself.
First impression
by a VouchedFor user
6 years ago
Overall
Please provide a brief comment about your experience with Alex
Productive first meeting with Alex to review our financials. His approach to family finances is practical with sound and balanced advice. We will meet him again to discuss next steps.
First impression
by a VouchedFor user
6 years ago
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Please provide a brief comment about your experience with Alex
Felt very relaxed with him & he explained everything
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
My husband and I got divorced.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex helped me with my pension transfer.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes I have. I don’t honestly think there
What could they have done better?
I don’t honestly believe he could have done anything better.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Advice on investment
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Advice
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes
Review
by a verified client in Ceredigion
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Alex has been our financial advisor for many years, advising us on mortgages, pensions and insurances. We have always used a financial advisor to insure we have done things properly and applied for the correct things.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex has a wealth of knowledge and experience in his field and having known us for many years he knows what type of things would suit us and our family.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes
What could they have done better?
Nothing.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I wanted support on how to best invest my salary and commissions. Alex has also helped me over the years with insurance policies as well as mortgage advice and selection.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex has a great attention to detail and has supported me through better investment choices. In what some people may seem as a minefield, Alex certainly has navigated me through improving my net income, pension distribution, ISA accounts, mortgages over the years and have certainly valued his advise with any financial question or issues. He is calm and measured which I needed and am financially better off because of the help and Support Alex has helped me with.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes. Well balanced recommendations and he has always kept me at ease but always, fully informed.
What could they have done better?
Nothing.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
When I first contacted Alex, the returns (on my savings) available on the high street were pitiful and I wanted to make my money work harder for me and my family. I also wanted to make sure I had adequate protection for my family in the event of a serious accident / critical illness. We also wanted to invest some money for our children so that they could have a helping hand onto the housing ladder at some point. There was also the question of university and determining the best way of funding that.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex spent some time getting to understand exactly what it was that we were seeking to achieve in the near, medium and longer term. He then developed a strategy to help us achieve that. We took money out of very low interest rate accounts and moved it into Stocks & shares ISAs, alongside the money from our under performing endowments. We also overhauled our family approach to life assurance etc.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes. Alex's advice has enabled to see significant growth in our savings over the last 5 years or so, all within a tax efficient wrapper, whilst being able to fully support our daughter through university without impacting on our standard of living.
What could they have done better?
Not much really, I have been genuinely very impressed with the overall performance and service I have received from AFH and Alex in particular.
Review
by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Needed to consolidate all of my pensions into an easily manageable portfolio
How has Alex Grant helped you?
He made the process pain free
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes and no Yes my money is consolidated No the markets haven’t been too kind in terms of growing investments
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by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
We have used Alex over a number of years for various investments etc. Both my wife and I had a bit of money come in recently and needed some advice on our investment options.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
He provided us with a variety of options which gave us the opportunity to assess the investments in terms of risk and opportunity.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Its a bit early to say but all the other projects that Alex has done for us have always worked out well.
What could they have done better?
Nothing really.
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by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I work for an accountancy firm that performs a business management service for a number of clients. These clients often require an IFA for various financial products or wealth management. I also personally needed assistance in acquiring a mortgage.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex has engaged with a number of our clients to advise and secure various products that the clients required. His independent expertise has been a great help to the firm, leaving us to focus on accountancy.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes every client I have introduced have been very satisfied and left them in a more secure position for the future. Always very honest and goes above and beyond to assist. Personally he also did a great job securing a mortgage for me.
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by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Reviewing life insurance and mortgage as the term was ending
How has Alex Grant helped you?
He provide advice on products (life insurance and mortgage). He was great explain the different elements and making sure it was the right thing for my wife and i
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes. Now have right cover at a better price.
What could they have done better?
I think Alex was clear and upfront from the start. No additional charges at the end. A very professional and diligent advisor, who got me the right product at the right price.
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by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Having purchased a second home, we were keen to add to our life insurance cover. I also had two old work pensions that had been ignored for a number of years.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex discussed the key points around choosing different life insurance products, and helped us identify the right ones for our goals and budget. For the pensions, Alex helped review the rules of each scheme, the performance and advise on the best scheme to merge my funds into.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes.
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by a verified client in Dorset
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
having sold my farm and business, I needed advice on how to invest my money ..to give me a pension and income..with minium risk envolved..
How has Alex Grant helped you?
he is a very understanding and explains everything in simple terms, which is so helpful..
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
I think ALEX has done very well...in these uncertain times. its not easy to foresee what might happen next...and I think he has done really well, and I am very happy with his results
What could they have done better?
no I think he has done his utmost and I am very happy with his results....
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by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
A pension following a divorce
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Honest, trustworthy, spoke in a way I could understand.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes
What could they have done better?
Nothing
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by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Moving house and requiring a new mortgage for the new property that we were buying.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Alex looked for the best deal around, this can be tricky as I am a director of a company so my earnings can be up and down, but my wife has a well paid job that gives a good regular income. Alex found a few deals that matched what we wanted and then we decided which one suited us best with regards to fixed term.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes we had a swift mortgage agreed and we are still paying the same as we were.
What could they have done better?
I am not sure there was anything that could have been done better Alex kept us updated with how things were progressing by email, and we were able to answer any questions that he needed answers to either by email or giving him a call.
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by a verified client in Somerset
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
The need to have expert advice re my savings and an inheritance.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Calm, considered advice, expert help
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes, good income orovided
What could they have done better?
Nothing better
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by a verified client in Somerset
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
First-time buyer applying for a mortgage.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Guided me through the mortgage application process and worked hard to help secure me the best possible package for my situation, and offered general financial advice throughout as well.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes.
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by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
We were initially looking for a new mortgage, having become dissatisfied with the company that we'd mortgaged with previously.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
He found us a good mortgage rater and company and then helped with our long term finances, in terms of pensions, health insurance and general advice on the financial market.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes, we are still with the same mortgage company several years later and his advice about managing our health insurance was invaluable and saved us considerable financial hardship when my wife became ill and couldn't work for a while.
What could they have done better?
To be honest I'm not sure he could have done anything better. He has always been courteous, sensitive to our personal circumstances and we have been extremely happy with his financial advice.
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by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Pension advise and creating a suitable plan
How has Alex Grant helped you?
He helped me set up a pension plan which suited my investment risk
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes, I have seen a good return on my investment.
What could they have done better?
There is nothing of i would of changed in this process.
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by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Firstly he reviewed all our finances, then we purchased some land and since he’s advised on some investments. He has also talked to our son about mortgages.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Helped us with a mortgage to purchased some land, also investing some money. He always gives extremely good advice, never fobs you off.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
To early for my investment, but others he’s done we’re really good.
What could they have done better?
Everything I asked he was able to answer.
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by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
New Mortgage & Remortgage
How has Alex Grant helped you?
We were recommended to Alex by a local estate agent and he did not dissappoint. We first used Alex for our first mortgage, he went above and beyond to get us the best deal possible given our poor credit score at the time, and got us a great deal that we never had imagined being able to get, we had been told by several other advisors that we would not get a mortgage at such a good rate yet somehow Alex managed to get it through for us. We then needed to re-mortgage as we bought a new larger house and again Alex was brilliant at sorting this for us. Professional and efficient, and always at the end of an email or call to answer any questions.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes 100%
What could they have done better?
Alex did everything we asked for and more, would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a friendly and professional service.
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by a verified client in Somerset
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Initially mortgage advice. This lead onto investments and planning for future retirement.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Great sound advice. With no hard sell. Very informative and weighed up all options in an easy to understand meeting.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Very much so. Couldn’t rate him highly enough.
What could they have done better?
Pass
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by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I had a work pension that had been frozen due to me leaving the job. Alex helped me to start it back up as a personal pension.
How has Alex Grant helped you?
He gave me advice based on my needs and helped to get everything set up for me
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
So far my pension is heading in the right direction so no complaints.
What could they have done better?
Nothing, I was happy with the service that Alex gave to me.
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by a verified client in Wiltshire
6 years ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Didn’t have time to sort out myself and Alex came highly recommended
How has Alex Grant helped you?
Provided quality information and advice.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes, he actually found an even better offer than the first one he offered.