Darren's reviews
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Insurance and Protection ( 14 )
Pensions ( 39 )
Retirement income (annuities, drawdown) ( 33 )
Investments and Savings ( 35 )
Pension Transfers - Non Specialist ( 7 )
Inheritance Planning ( 27 )
Long Term Care ( 7 )
Pension Transfers - Specialist ( 1 )
Financial Planning ( 35 )
Financial Mentoring ( 2 )
Financial Coaching ( 2 )
Reviewers' assets
£500k+ ( 14 )
£200k - £500k ( 17 )
£100k - £200k ( 5 )
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by a verified client in Dunbartonshire
5 days ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Retirement.
How has Darren Watson helped you?
Darren had helped with very clear professional advice on many complex topics. This has ensured our understanding and our buy in to Darren’s suggestions and guidance.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes.
What could they have done better?
There is nothing important that springs to mind. Darren and my wife and I are building a relationship that advises us on crucial financial matters. We trust Darren and his professional abilities. The more Darren can build on his guidance and new ideas going forward will help more.
Darren:
Thanks for the glowing review! I look forward to helping you in the future.Review
by a verified client in Renfrewshire
11 days ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I have known Carl Melvin for 30/40 years and have been investing with his company, and continue to do so, as good advice has always been given.
How has Darren Watson helped you?
Darren has kept me updated with my investments and continues to guide my long-term planning
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes
What could they have done better?
I have requested hard copies of my investments twice a year.
Darren:
Thank you very much for your kind words. I will arrange for hard copies of 6-monthly valuations to be posted as requested.Review
by a verified client in West Lothian
16 days ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I turned 18 and had to get advice regarding a pension plan that had been opened for me.
How has Darren Watson helped you?
He’s given advise on the different levels of risks regarding the pension.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
It’s too early to know.
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by a verified client in Lanarkshire
22 days ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Joint advice with my partner following his redundancy and subsequent sale of family homes.
How has Darren Watson helped you?
He has taken over from our previous advisor in the same company and provided financial planning advice to get us on track for future retirement.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
The process is ongoing as we continue to save and plan for retirement. Darren has provided options for us in the future,
What could they have done better?
N/A at this time
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by a verified client in Lanarkshire
22 days ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Redundancy and sale of family homes many years ago.
How has Darren Watson helped you?
He has taken over from our long term advisor Carl.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
This is ongoing.
What could they have done better?
Nothing I can think of.