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Pensions ( 11 )

Equity Release ( 1 )

Retirement income (annuities, drawdown) ( 1 )

Investments and Savings ( 11 )

Pension Transfers - Non Specialist ( 1 )

Inheritance Planning ( 4 )

Reviewers' assets

£500k+ ( 3 )

£200k - £500k ( 1 )

£100k - £200k ( 2 )

£50k - 100k ( 2 )

Up to £50k ( 2 )

Client reviews

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

September, 2018

Overall

Please provide a brief comment about your experience with Jason

Very knowledgeable and took time to understand my financial circumstances and I hope soon to be using his services more in the future following his initial assessment.

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

January, 2018

Overall

Please provide a brief comment about your experience with Jason

Jason was extremely helpful to me with a complex international pension question I had on a brief visit to the UK. He responded quickly, listened carefully, and was able to link me with a similarly helpful professional with the appropriate expertise. I would go back to him should I need further advice in that area.

Jason's reply

Dear Richard, Thank you very much for your kind thoughts. This is much appreciated and I am pleased to hear that Andrea was able to assist further in your endeavours.

Review from verified client

November, 2017

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Based in East Sussex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I had 2 existing pension schemes and wanted to consolidate them into a single scheme. Both existing schemes had relatively high charges.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

I feel Jason understood what I was trying to achieve and was able to take my personal circumstances into account. Everything was explained thoroughly and I now have a pension scheme that I am happy with.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

I am happy with the arrangements and everything appears to be going well so far.

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

September, 2017

Overall

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He was due to come to see me between 9:30 and 10:00 on Wednesday 13th September but nobody came, nor did I get a telephone call by way of explanation. As I said previously, I am not impressed.

Jason's reply

Dear Mr Craig, We do take this seriously and I am disappointed that you felt we made an appointment that I did not meet. I understand that my colleague sent you an email explaining that I was in a seminar all day and would endeavour to contact you on Friday. However, I cannot see any appointment in my diary for 13th September and would be most surprised had this been arranged, because I was away on annual leave until Monday 25th September. I do not recall being able to have a conversation with you, as had been hoped for. I am more than happy to meet and discuss your circumstances.

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

April, 2017

Overall

Please provide a brief comment about your experience with Jason

Jason was very clear in describing their services and giving me an idea of what they can do with regard to my finances.

Review from verified client

February, 2017

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Based in Kent

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I needed a financial assessment of my investments for a court procedure.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

He gave a full and thorough assessment of how my funds could be invested if l sold my properties. He also assessed my future income if l kept those properties.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes I truly couldn't have wished to find a better financial consultant. Mr Levett was prompt, meticulous in his research and preparation, clear and precise in his delivery. He responded to an urgent last minute request from my lawyer which was an exceptional service.

What could they have done better?

The service l received was first class.

Review from verified client

February, 2017

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Based in Kent

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

To transfer my current pension investments and better my investments.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

Excellent.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes and they are ingoing.

Review from verified client

February, 2017

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Based in Essex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I needed secure and professional advice from a knowledge person.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

I was provided with an investment plan that suited my personal requirements and that I trusted.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

No results are expected yet but the forcast looks very promising.

What could they have done better?

I have no suggestions as I found Mr Stoddard very patient and explanatory.

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

August, 2016

Overall

Please provide a brief comment about your experience with Jason

Clearly explained the process. Patient. No pressure .

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

April, 2016

Overall

Please provide a brief comment about your experience with Jason

Jason contacted me promptly on one of the days specified. We had a good discussion about my requirements and his services. Have arranged an initial free consultation.

Review from verified client

April, 2016

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Based in East Sussex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I needed help in choosing the right type of investments for our circumstances.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

Jason listened very carefully to our requirements and without pressure advised us of the the best investments to meet our circumstances. Jason is also very easy to talk to and he explains the "pros and cons" clearly. I also find him easy to contact and always ready to listen and arrange meetings when needed.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, to date the general growth of our portfolios has reached our expectations.

What could they have done better?

We are very happy with how Jason deals with us and have total confidents that his advise is in our best interests.

Review from verified client

April, 2016

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Based in East Sussex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

We needed to review and plan for retirement in 10 years time.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

He looked at my current pensions and providers and came up with a strategy to maximise my returns for the future.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

That difficult to say in teh short term due to the world markets and the issues in China this year. I am confident in the long term that Jason and Stiddards have build a strong plan for my future.

What could they have done better?

No suggestions

Review from verified client

April, 2016

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Based in Kent

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I had a number of different pensions that I wanted to consolidate and take some tax free cash from.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

Excellent advice, understood and was sympathetic to my circumstances. As a financial dullard, Jason gave me straight forward, easily understood advice without ever patronising or judging.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes -I hope to see the new scheme I am in deliver a good return and the cash free sum has now come through.

What could they have done better?

Maybe I expected a quicker outcome (perhaps unreasonably?) it's taken I believe six months to sort my affairs out

Review from verified client

April, 2016

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Based in Kent

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

Previous financial advisor had been taken over by another company that we did not want to continue with.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

He provided advice about income producing investments and ways to reduce inheritance tax.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

What could they have done better?

Nothing.

Review from verified client

April, 2016

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Based in Kent

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I needed a Financial Adviser after I was widowed to advise and help with investment.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

Jason has suggested and then spread my investments within a range of companies/assets to obtain the best possible return.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

What could they have done better?

I am happy.

Review from verified client

April, 2016

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Based in East Sussex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

Previously with a Company where Jason was an advisor. As I was completely satisfied with Jason;s advice I decided to follow him to Stiddart 's.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

Understood my needs and guided me to making decisions which were right for me.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, I am completely happy with the outcome of my investments and feel that Jason has looked after me very well over the years.

What could they have done better?

Nothing!

Review from verified client

March, 2016

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Based in Kent

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I inherited a portfolio of shares and needed long-term advice regarding their management.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

Jason discusses each holding, advises and makes appropriate on-going changes, as circumstances dictate. This includes researching the most tax-efficient investments for myself and my wife. We meet at agreed times throughout the year and he is always available, at short notice, to deal with any concerns we may have. This is service is supported by personal reports and general investment literature.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes and this is will be on-going.

What could they have done better?

What we have done together is to agree an agenda in advance of our meetings. This is something which I initially suggested and has been welcomed by Jason. This means that I have to take greater ownership of proceedings which , in turn, enables Jason to deliver a more effective and focussed service.

Review from verified client

March, 2016

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Based in Kent

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

we needed financial advice and went to Edward Jones in Gravesend, where we were badly advised. The branch closed so we transferred to Tunbridge Wells branch and met Jason. When Jason left Edward Jones we continued with Jason as we had been pleased with his advice.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

Jason has continually adjusted our investments to suit our situation.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

We have seen rises in "good" times and little or no losses in "bad" times.

What could they have done better?

We are very satisfied with his advice.

Review from verified client

December, 2015

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Based in Kent

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

Change of pension provider.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

Sorted out a transfer.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Only just started the transfer.

What could they have done better?

Nothing

Review from verified client

August, 2015

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Based in Kent

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I wanted to release pension funds from my pension and transfer from a company scheme into a private investment fund.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

With all aspects,very clear and helpful advice.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

What could they have done better?

Nothing i can think of

Review from verified client

June, 2015

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Based in Kent

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I had surplus funds which I wanted to invest.

How has Jason Levett helped you?

He determined my risk profile and created a portfolio which met my needs.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes. My investments have outperformed the market.

What could they have done better?

I don't believe anything could have been better.

Review from verified client

November, 2014

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Based in Kent

How has Jason Levett helped you?

Communicates well when asked about any investment/pension questions .Overall very well versed re all my financial matters.

What could they have done better?

Reduce the amount of paper work from my various investments.

Review from verified client

November, 2014

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Based in Kent

How has Jason Levett helped you?

I have known Jason & availed myself of his financial services, both with his current & previous company for the last 10-15 years, during which time I have found him well informed & well up to date with the ever changing trends in the financial & investment market. I have always valued his recommendations on the maintenance & progress of my financial portfolio & have found him easy to understand when explaining complicated (to me) matters with regards to advisability & suitability of investments.

What could they have done better?

I find it difficult to suggest what Jason could do better - I have always been happy with the advice given & have always believed it to be correct, timely & appropriate.... All I can add is 'You don't know what you don't know', but I have trusted the advice given, & believe it to have been offered in my best interest.

Review from verified client

October, 2014

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Based in Kent

How has Jason Levett helped you?

He works out all the figures and ensures that everything is correct, accurate and understood by me and he is very thorough in ensuring that what he recommends does indeed provide the best solution and outcome suitable for me and my particular situation. He assists and provides any extra information that I may need or request even if it is actually surplus to requirements.

What could they have done better?

i am not sure that currently there is anything that he could do better for me.