Christopher Payton

Most people don’t want complicated financial plans or investment jargon. They just want to know they’re going to be OK. Will you have enough for retirement? Will your family be secure if something happens to you? Will you be able to leave a lasting legacy? These are the questions I help answer every day. I’ve been a Chartered Financial Planner based in Stratford-upon-Avon for over 20 years, and my role isn’t just about managing money; it’s about helping people feel confident about their future. Clients often come to me feeling uncertain, but my job is to give them clarity, control, and peace of mind so they can focus on what truly matters to them. One of the biggest concerns people don’t always think about when choosing a financial adviser is what happens in the long run. Firms come and go. Many are built to maximize value for a couple of directors or prepare for a future sale; which means clients often find themselves passed from one adviser to another. If you’re working with a financial adviser, it’s worth asking: • What happens when my adviser retires? • Who will look after me in 10, 20, or 30 years? • Will the company eventually be sold, and if so, to who? At bewealth, we do things differently. We’re structured as a true partnership, built for long-term relationships; not short-term exits. That means my clients always have a trusted adviser by their side, no matter what the future holds. Away from work, I live in Warwick with my wife, our six-year-old son, and our dog, Flash, who is a guide dog brood bitch; so life is never dull! I enjoy spending lazy weekends with my family, walking the dog, reading, and running. It’s the simple things that matter most. If you’re looking for honest, personal advice focused on what truly matters to you, I’d be delighted to help.