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Insurance and Protection ( 2 )

Pensions ( 14 )

Equity Release ( 1 )

Retirement income (annuities, drawdown) ( 5 )

Investments and Savings ( 15 )

Reviewers' assets

£500k+ ( 4 )

£200k - £500k ( 6 )

£100k - £200k ( 4 )

£50k - 100k ( 2 )

Client reviews

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

April, 2017

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Charles has not responded to my inquiry

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

August, 2016

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I always think it's a reflection of a person's rudeness when they don't reply. He never replied

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

February, 2016

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He never got back to me

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

February, 2016

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He never got back to me!

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

January, 2016

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As yet surprisingly no one has contacted me back So cannot recommend Cannot comment on prices

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

December, 2015

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He never got back to me at all. Very disappointing. I think it was because the business I would be able to put his way would not be worth that much to him...

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

October, 2015

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Not at all good because he has never bothered to contact me. Someone from his office said he would contact me 'within 24 hours'. This was several weeks ago. I am still waiting. How discourteous.

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

October, 2015

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very professional

Review from verified client

June, 2015

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Based in London

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

I have no financial expertise and only subjective interest. Charles explained the investment options for my limited savings, clearly and concisely with plenty of time tor me to ask questions then or at a later date.

What could they have done better?

I have very limited experience of financial advice, am very happy with this service and have nothing to suggest.

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

February, 2015

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My contact hasn't actually been with Charles but with a colleague of his, Adam. So far everything is progressing smoothly.

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

January, 2015

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Review from verified client

November, 2014

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Based in Buckinghamshire

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

Charles is exceptionally good at listening and understanding his clients needs, goals and approach to investments. He will put forward a realistic range of products that closely match the stated requirements and clearly explain the charges/risks for each of them. He will then allow the customer to make a final decision. Also, if like me, you scrutinise all legal documentation for a product, you will find that Charles quickly addresses any questions/issues that may arise and, where necessary, proactively contact the provider to obtain any additional information required. He is flexible, reliable and focused on the needs of his customers. He has certainly provided the efficient professional support I required for long/medium term financial planning.

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November, 2014

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Based in London

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

Is proactive; easy to contact; responsive to queries and takes the trouble to explain and lay out alternatives.

What could they have done better?

in the future, maybe a 3 or 6 month graphic update report of investments and growth rates, pension pot and insurances would be useful?

Review from verified client

November, 2014

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Based in Surrey

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

Charles has excellent inter personal skills, especially he is an excellent listener. He is clear in offerring his advice on investments having first clarified our aims and objectives for the the coming year and for the medium to long term, and clarified our appetitie for risk. Charles understands the nature of a wide range of investment opportunities and the attributes of the investments which he chooses to recommend. He also understands the tax implications of his recommendations.

What could they have done better?

Chrarles's understanding of the market is good, but not 'prophetic'. He did not anticipate the events of 2007/08 any more than others did. He did however know how to protect our investments from permanent damage, for which we are grateful.

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November, 2014

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Based in London

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

Charles Scholefield listened to me and helped me to be clear about my goals and risk taking. There was no mystery about the pros and cons of each option he presented, transparent about the charges both his own and those of the various platforms I chose. Finance has never been my strong suite. Having recently lost my husband did nothing to clarify my thinking! Charles made everything clear and arranged meetings at a location of my choice, responded within the day to emails and phone calls, sent me a very clear account of my investments. (The investment paperwork from the funds was not too user friendly!) I am extremely satisfied with his handling of the process in every way. ! am now confident that I have a level of security for the future which before was very hazy!.

What could they have done better?

At the moment I have no suggestions for improving the service.

Review from verified client

November, 2014

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Based in Buckinghamshire

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

Listens well to requirements, ask pertinent questions, provides sound advice which has worked well over a number of years. Always prepared to fully discuss options and fully answer my queries.

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November, 2014

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Based in Northamptonshire

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

Understands our requirements clearly. Always available and never fails to offer sound timely advice that is tailored to meet our needs.

What could they have done better?

fNothing.

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November, 2014

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Based in Hampshire

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

Clear and regular communication in terms and language that I understand. Charles is also very approachable and grounded and does not make you feel stupid simply because you don't understand the complexities of the Financial World today. He makes have confidence in his own integrity without being arrogant or overbearing.

What could they have done better?

I appreciate that constructive criticism is always of use but this is difficult - not least because I have a limited experience ...however possibly the occasional 'round robin' ...The Financial situation from a Scholefield point of view ...if indeed he is allowed to do this ?

Review from verified client

November, 2014

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Based in London

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

Mr Scholefield has an excellent overview over my/ our situation. Mr Scholefield does not preach, but listens and tries to find the appropriate answer.

What could they have done better?

I am not aware of any now.

Review from verified client

November, 2014

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Based in London

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

Charles is very well informed and up-to-date with my personal circumstances and financial situation plus needs. He chooses investments suitable for me in terms of financial outcomes and my risk profile. I am not an expert and so he is very patient, explains everything clearly with diagrams, graphs and charts on paper and on his iPad. He responds to my requests at once and is happy to advise by email. We meet once a year for a full review and he is always punctual, well prepared and caring. He is a clever and delightful person, with a really down-to-earth approach, a sense of humour and is very well informed approach.

What could they have done better?

I am fully satisfied with his performance.

Review from verified client

October, 2014

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Based in Avon

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

I have been using Charles for some 5 years and cannot praise him enough for the care and advice he has given both to myself and my company .Charles really cares about his clients and I would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone that needs good professional advice john B

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October, 2014

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Based in London

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

I have known Charles Scholefield for a number of years. It was the best recommendation I have ever had. Charles rescued me (and my finances) from a very poor investment port folio and turned it completely around. Over the years, my savings and investments has proved very profitable solely due to Charles' knowledge on where to place the funds. Even when the stockmarket took a turn for the worse I managed to stay in profit.

What could they have done better?

My adviser is perfect, I would not change anything about his advice.

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October, 2014

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Based in Surrey

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

Friendly, efficient, approachable.

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October, 2014

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Based in Hampshire

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

Easy to talk to, very pleasant personality. Discusses things at my level. Responds to emails, phone calls etc. very promptly.

What could they have done better?

Can't think of anything.

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October, 2014

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Based in London

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

Researches the options, tailors the advice to the client and helps the client arrive at a decision

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October, 2014

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Based in London

How has Charles Scholefield helped you?

Reminds us in plenty of time when our annual review is due. Is able to visit us in our home at a time convenient to us Easy to talk to

What could they have done better?

nothing