Reviewed for

Insurance and Protection ( 4 )

Mortgages ( 11 )

Pensions ( 9 )

Equity Release ( 2 )

Retirement income (annuities, drawdown) ( 2 )

Investments and Savings ( 10 )

Reviewers' assets

£500k+ ( 1 )

£200k - £500k ( 2 )

£100k - £200k ( 3 )

Up to £50k ( 6 )

£50k - 100k ( 4 )

Client reviews

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July, 2016

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Only had a brief telephone call and didn't really go into details of charges as we had arranged a meeting for a few weeks time.

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March, 2016

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Andrew was very helpful and knowledgable

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February, 2016

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Great initial meeting see what is given at next meting not yet uure what I will get from him

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June, 2015

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Andrew has helped us to sort out our pensions & given us advice on Isa Investments with a clear & friendly manner.

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June, 2015

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Andrew still hasn't called me despite me contacting twice through this site!

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May, 2015

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Andrew James was most straight forward with good sound advice

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May, 2015

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Sent an email via your website had no reply from this gentleman

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February, 2015

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Based in Essex

How has Andrew James helped you?

Andy undertook a complete review of our finances. Andy is very personable and professional. His advice is communicated in layman terms enabling us to completely trust his recommendations.

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February, 2015

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Based in Essex

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I was going through a stressful time with moving and Andrew took some of the worry away by sorting out a mortgage that was suitable for me. I then needed help on sorting out a pension and was more than happy to put my trust into Andrew.

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February, 2015

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Based in Hertfordshire

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Reliablility

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February, 2015

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February, 2015

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Based in Essex

How has Andrew James helped you?

My husband and I first used Andrew James in 2006 to obtain a mortgage on a new property. Andy is always so helpful, approachable and listens to your needs in order to find the right products for you. Andy provides a fantastic service and always answers any questions or queries promptly. We have used Andy on many occasions for mortgage applications and life insurances and would not use anyone else. Always provides an excellent service and would highly recommend.

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

February, 2015

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He never contacted me

Review from verified client

February, 2015

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Based in Essex

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Andrew always communicates very clearly and is a pleasure to talk to. He has given me the confidence to realise retirement is within reach for me by advising on pensions, annuities and investments to make my money work for me. I have already recommended him to one of our friends and would not hesitate to do so again.

What could they have done better?

I can't think of any negative issues about the excellent service Andrew has provided.

Review from verified client

February, 2015

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Based in Essex

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Andrew was extremely knowledgeable and thorough in his understanding and explanations of the products we discussed, both mortgage and life insurance. He clearly understood our personal situation and what we were hoping to achieve and as first time buyers provided us the information we needed to make the most suitable choices. Additionally, Andrew was most accommodating with his availability.

What could they have done better?

I do not feel Andrew could have been any more helpful during our mortgage application process.

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February, 2015

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Based in Essex

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I can't recommend Andrew highly enough. He is extremely knowledgeable, an expert in what he does and a pleasure to deal with. He always communicates clearly and gets back to me very quickly. He has been my trusted Financial Advisor for over ten years and I have recommended him to all my family and friends who now use him to!

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February, 2015

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Based in Essex

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He explained every thing very well it was a pleasure to do business with him.

What could they have done better?

Nothing

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February, 2015

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Based in Essex

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Andrew James has helped me twice with buy to let mortgages. He is extremely helpful, gets back to you straight away with answers to any questions or queries. I would not hesitate to recommend Andrew James to anyone

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January, 2015

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Based in Suffolk

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We found Andrew to be professional, approachable and clear during the discussions we had with him throughout the mortgage application process. We first met with Andrew at the end of 2013 to discuss our financial situation at the time and to look at how we might move forward in terms of a future mortgage change. Andrew was easy to talk to and after the meeting carried out some research for us in terms of what was available at that time. During the whole process he explained everything to us and went over anything we needed clarification on. He was patient, helpful and honest in terms of ensuring we knew how much the monthly mortgage repayments would be.

What could they have done better?

On the occasion that we used Andrew's services I do not feel he could have done any better than he did. We were very happy with the entire value for money, professional service that Andrew provided us with. We would have no hesitation in recommending his services to others.

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January, 2015

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Based in Essex

How has Andrew James helped you?

Andrew is extremely helpful, informative and knowledgeable. In particular he provided sound advice about my pension which has proved to be a good investment.

What could they have done better?

I found Andrew's approach very reassuring and can't think of any shortcomings in his way of working.

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January, 2015

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Based in Essex

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Helped with a difficult mortgage process for a large purchase in London - ensured all went smoothly.

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No issues

Review from verified client

January, 2015

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Based in Essex

How has Andrew James helped you?

He is very good at listening to your needs as well as advising you or the best investment for your finances. We have never felt under pressure with anything he has advised us with.

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January, 2015

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Based in Essex

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Andy is a very polite person and listens to what you are saying. He explains things in plain English- which is great as so many documents and products are very hard to understand. Both my husband and I have been dealing with Andy for a long time and have found him to be very trustworthy. I have recommended him to several friends without hesitation. He is very proffessional and makes one feel at ease.

What could they have done better?

I really can't think of anything that Andy can improve on.

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January, 2015

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Based in Essex

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Andy is a very professional person and provides a service over and above the norm and helps you in all aspects of the process. he listens to you in what you are looking for and gives the details in a clear and concise manner that is easy to understand and from that in making a decision on what to do. someone who I trust to advise me in my finances

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January, 2015

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Based in London

How has Andrew James helped you?

Andrew was incredibly helpful throughout the entire process of purchasing my property. He was professional, gave great advice, helped me to understand all of the options and guided me through each stage of the sale. He took time to understand my needs and only recommended products and services that would help me. Having not purchased a property before, I was nervous at certain points. Andrew did a fantastic job answering my questions, going above and beyond to ensure I felt comfortable. He also went out of his way, travelling to meet me at times that were convenient. I would thoroughly recommend his services to anyone requiring help securing a mortgage.

What could they have done better?

Andrew covered everything I was looking for, and I don't have any suggestions for improvement.

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January, 2015

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Based in Essex

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Andy was very informative without being pushy. He listened to our needs and found products accordingly. An excellent service and I would throughly recommend him.

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January, 2015

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Based in Essex

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I was really nervous about using a financial adviser but I need not have worried. He gave clear advise in a really friendly manner which made me feel at ease. I have been so happy with the choices Andrew helped me make and would definitely recommend him.