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Insurance and Protection ( 7 )

Mortgages ( 2 )

Pensions ( 21 )

Equity Release ( 1 )

Retirement income (annuities, drawdown) ( 9 )

Investments and Savings ( 32 )

Pension Transfers - Non Specialist ( 4 )

Inheritance Planning ( 6 )

Long Term Care ( 1 )

Pension Transfers - Specialist ( 2 )

Financial Planning ( 16 )

Financial Mentoring ( 5 )

Financial Coaching ( 2 )

Reviewers' assets

£500k+ ( 7 )

£200k - £500k ( 8 )

£100k - £200k ( 4 )

£50k - 100k ( 1 )

Up to £50k ( 1 )

Client reviews

Review from verified client

September, 2023

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Based in Newport

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

Retirement

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Helped us find the best products available and relevant for our financial future. He gave us detailed advice and explanations that we as pensioners could easily understand! He is always available to answer any ongoing concerns we may have.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Considering general financial climate we have indeed.

What could they have done better?

We don’t think we could have done better

Peter's reply

HI Kelvin. Many thanks for the review. Speak to you and Penny soon. P

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June, 2023

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Based in Cardiff

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

We were looking to invest in financial portfolios with a view to gaining long-term returns and security.

How has Peter Davies helped you?

He has helped us to invest in financial portfolios, explaining carefully every step along the way.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

yes we have seen a return on our investments.

Peter's reply

Thank you Lyn. Speak soon. P

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June, 2023

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Based in Cardiff

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

Inheratance money

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Very knowligable

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes

What could they have done better?

Nothing

Peter's reply

Thank you Andrew. Speak soon.

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June, 2023

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Based in Buckinghamshire

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

Due to inheritance, I required excellent financial advice re investments and planning. A respected professional colleague of my husband's recommended Peter highly to us.

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter has helped me and my deceased husband over many years to reflect on our financial needs, to help plan ahead, to maximise our savings and investments. He has always listened carefully and empathetically and responded with excellent advice. He has always kept in touch with us and responded immediately to any concerns we raised.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes. Peter has helped us produce the outcomes we hoped for.

What could they have done better?

I have no criticism at all of Peter.

Peter's reply

Thank you Marcia. I look forward to catching up late summer.

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June, 2023

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Based in Cardiff

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

We had a number of investments and pension funds that needed better management (we didn’t have time to do this). We needed some one reliable and trustworthy who had a track record in personal finance management. Peter Davies fitted the bill.

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter has helped with: 1. Consolidating a couple of pension funds into one. 2. Set up a Private Pension Plan – I contribute to a pension outside my work pension scheme. 3. Set up a trust fund for our children. 4. Set up life insurance in case one of use passed away. 5. Set up continuous ISA saving. 6. Helps manage our ISA and Pension funds. He has ensured our private finances and in a good order. We will continue to use Peter to move money as we approach our retirement (we are now 55).

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes. By taking money out and putting it into a Private Pension Fund we have gained access to better fund manages and funds and seen better growth. Using Peter Davies has also given us peace of mind over our investments and greater security as we get older. Also it has enabled us to weather out and avoid some of the fluctuations in the markets that we have seen in recent years. We now have increased security over our long term financial plans.

What could they have done better?

I am not sure they could have. They have been better and more approachable than any other financial advisor we have used. Perhaps we could have helped more by being more aware of the financial situation and impact on the markets. We perhaps could have asked more of Create Wealth (Peter Davies).

Peter's reply

Thank you Chris. Looking forward to seeing you soon.

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June, 2023

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Based in Flintshire

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

A change of job initiated my interest in financial planning for the future.

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter has helped both myself and partner plan our investments for nearly 20 years. We have come to rely on him for sound professional advice. Peter helped me consolidate a number of pensions and investments which made it much easier for me to manage. Within the last few years, Peter has guided my partner through retirement which due to circumstances was earlier than planned. His advice has been invaluable in ensuring our financial security for the future.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, we feel Peter has a good understanding of where we each stand on financial risk and has tailored advice to suit us individually. We are therefore now more confident in our financial decisions.

What could they have done better?

Can’t think of anything.

Peter's reply

Thank you Sue. I look forward to catching up soon.

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June, 2023

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Based in Wiltshire

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

I Had some money I wanted to invest

How has Peter Davies helped you?

He invested it

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes

What could they have done better?

Nothing

Peter's reply

Thank you David.

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June, 2023

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Based in Down

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

The need to plan for my pension

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Helped me with long term savings / pension / ISA plan Also helped me with income protection & life insurance services

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

100%. I depend on Peter for financial advice. He has given it impartially.

What could they have done better?

Nothing to my knowledge.

Peter's reply

Thank you Gareth. I look forward to catching up soon.

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May, 2023

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Based in Bristol

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

At the time I started working with Peter, I was a professional Rugby Player looking to optimize and maximize the long-term income derived from my sports career.

How has Peter Davies helped you?

I am immensely grateful for the guidance and expertise provided by Peter as my financial advisor, who has been instrumental in shaping my financial journey since I was 26. As a professional rugby player, I sought to maximize my returns and gain a deep understanding of investing principles for long-term financial security. With his invaluable assistance, I not only learned the fundamentals of investing but also gained clarity on how to effectively manage and allocate my resources. His strategic approach in helping me structure my investments and manage my expenses has truly transformed my life. I cannot express enough appreciation for the positive impact he has had on my financial well-being and future prospects.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, the balanced approach between growth and value has paid and continues to pay off.

What could they have done better?

When working with Peter, we have an ongoing relationship where we discuss things, carefully consider different perspectives, and come to agreements. Always open to hearing opinions and ideas. If I ever thought there was a better way to do something it would have come up in our conversations.

Peter's reply

Thank you Mariano. I look forward to catching up soon.

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May, 2023

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Based in Yorkshire

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

I had money from an inheritance and a lump sum on retiring that I needed to invest.

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter reviewed my circumstances, my financial needs and helped me to assess my approach to risk before advising me on suitable investments. He has kept these under review for me since I first asked for his advice.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, although everyone would like more, I guess.

What could they have done better?

I am happy with the level of service I receive.

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May, 2023

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Based in Flintshire

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

Was my late husbands advisor

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Yes he has been extremely helpful and I would recommend him for any financial advise

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes

What could they have done better?

Nothing

Peter's reply

Thank you Pat. I look forward to catching up soon.

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May, 2023

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Based in Northumberland

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

Complete life stage financial planning as business owners

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter not only offers a complete financial planning service he has become a trusted advisor and goes above and beyond.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes

What could they have done better?

I have nothing to add

Peter's reply

Thank you Jayne. Its been a pleasure working with you. I look forward to catching up soon.

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May, 2023

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Based in Cheshire

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

I wasn’t happy with my adviser at the time and was looking to change.

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter organised my financial affairs after much discussion with me . He helped me to understand more about my options and I felt for the first time that someone cared about my situation and was truly looking for the best for me . His knowledge is extraordinary and he is 100% committed to his clients as well as being a really genuine nice person . When I retired he helped me get the best pension for my circumstances while also looking after my family for the future .

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Definitely. I have a financial adviser who I like and trust and the knowledge that Peter is always looking out for my best interests as he does for all his clients .

What could they have done better?

Absolutely nothing . I have been treated with courtesy and respect and received excellent financial advice.

Peter's reply

Thank you for the review Diane. I look forward to catching up soon.

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May, 2023

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Based in Bristol

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

We had a fragmented portfolio of assets: some random savings in ISAs, pensions in several places, but all under-invested. Like a lot of people in mid-career, we were busy, we didn't really know what we had, and we didn't have a plan.

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter helped us to gather everything together and make sense out of it.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Notwithstanding developments on the world stage, retirement is now a possibility, so yes!

What could they have done better?

As we approach retirement, I am expecting Peter will be able to advise us about how to manage the technical aspects of drawdown, as well any adjustments we need to make to our portfolio

Peter's reply

Thank you Roger. I look forward to catching up soon.

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May, 2023

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Based in Cardiff

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

Had not received any advice on pension and investments from a few years. An investment event and my workplace had returned a lump sum that I was looking to invest. As a result I wanted to look at financial planning options for the next few years of work and retirement.

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Formulated a financial plan, worked through risk and agreed an investment strategy for pension and general funds.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

I am now comfortable with the strategy and the monitoring that's in place for the investments.

Peter's reply

Thank you Aled.

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May, 2023

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Based in Cardiff

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

I required good investment/ financial advice on the occasion of my retirement in2019.

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter has helped both myself and my wife to navigate and understand the complicated world of investment and financial advice. He has been of great assistance and is readily available to discuss and review the uptodate position of all our investments.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

I feel Peter is on top of his game and constantly moving funds to our best advantage in what has been a difficult market in recent times.

What could they have done better?

We are very satisfied.

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May, 2023

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Based in Conwy

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

My wife and I have accumulated funds over the years and we were anxious to ensure that the funds were safe, invested wisely, and with due regard to flexibility, inheritance tax planning, and all other relevant matters.

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter has spent a considerable amount of time with us over the years and his expertise has been a great help in our efforts to meet our goals. Furthermore, several years ago, Peter greatly assisted us in achieving satisfaction regarding a serious matter with my wife's former so called financial adviser. Peter is always very approachable, empathetic, and knowledgeable, and he has worked with our solicitors and accountant as necessary to help bring about the desired results.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

put simply, yes!

What could they have done better?

Nothing springs to mind.

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May, 2023

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Based in Newport

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

I set up a business and wished to increase my investment in pensions and consolidate previous arrangements. In doing so I wanted maximum flexibility and access to the products with best chance of favourable returns.

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Enabled me to be clear about my needs and thinking, exploring my attitude to risk and providing sound tactical advice on both investment and drawdown options.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Absolutely - despite a turbulent external environment my investments have grown and matched my desired outcomes.

What could they have done better?

My expectations have been met - very little given my specific objectives that could have been improved upon.

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May, 2023

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Based in Isle of Anglesey

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

I wanted a professional to invest in a Stocks and Shares ISA for me . It seemed the best way to get my cash to grow tax free .

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter has been suggesting investments that were medium risk in some cases , and some more cautious. I have been with Peter for more than 10years. Peter never put pressure on me to invest. He would visit and discuss what I wanted with regard to risk. Making sure I always had enough cash available for any unforeseen expenses.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Most definitely been happy with the way my funds have performed.

What could they have done better?

If anything was not doing too well and Peter saw a reason why, he would suggest moving to another fund.

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May, 2023

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Based in Pembrokeshire

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

We recognised the need for long term financial planning.

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Friendly, considerate advice and guided us to a productive fund portfolio.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, absolutely

What could they have done better?

I cannot think of anything that could have been done better.

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

February, 2014

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February, 2014

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Based in Pembrokeshire

How has Peter Davies helped you?

I have been with Peter for over 10 years now and I am very pleased with the advice and service I have had. I am particularly grateful with the way Peter listens to my concerns and questions when I have them, and answers these in plain English.

First impression from a user who is not yet a client

December, 2013

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no heard anything at all from him. hence poor review.

Peter's reply

I've not had any contact from you. I'm always pleased to have a chat and discuss your requirements. Please feel free to get in touch. Disappointed to receive the above as I haven't even spoken to anyone or had a message with your contact details.

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December, 2013

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Review from verified client

November, 2013

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Based in Swansea

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Gives a good personalised overview of suitable investments and recommends fund taking into account our circumstances and market conditions/trends.

What could they have done better?

Could be somewhat speedier in dealing with some matters, which have often needed chasing up after several weeks outstanding

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October, 2013

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Based in Flintshire

How has Peter Davies helped you?

The opportunity arose a few years ago to ask Peter Davies to act as our IFA. As we had known Peter for several years in a previous employment and had always found him polite, friendly and helpful, he was the logical choice. We feel that he has got to know us over the years, and has a sound understanding of our personal financial requirements. We have complete confidence in the advice that Peter has given us, and have no hesitation in recommending him as an IFA.

What could they have done better?

We can't think of anything.

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October, 2013

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Based in Avon

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Good explanations, persistence in dealing with difficult technical problems

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October, 2013

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Based in Vale of Glamorgan

How has Peter Davies helped you?

I discovered Peter by accident and it has turned out to be of the few random choices one makes in life that paid off. Peter has been conscientious and supportive, displaying an ability to help his customers feel valued as individuals whilst at the same time maintaining a reassuring degree of professionalism and expertise across the spectrum of services he is able to offer. No hesitation in recommending him and helping others avoid random choices which could turn out less fortunate than this one.

What could they have done better?

Nothing springs to mind, other than a regularly scheduled update which would force less financially oriented customers such as myself to pay closer attention to their planning and resources.

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October, 2013

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Based in Swansea

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Mr. Davies appears to be interested and to have a good understanding of my investment needs. He always has time to listen and gives clear explanations of the products he recommends. He is friendly and approachable and has good communication skills. He always responds promptly to any queries. He appears to have given me good investment advice.

What could they have done better?

Cannot think of anything. I am very happy with the service provided.

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October, 2013

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Based in Vale of Glamorgan

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Very approachable, doesn't treat me like an idiot - no matter how inane my questions might be. His recommendations have built a portfolio that regularly out-performs the Footsie, and that I am very content with. Listens to my opinions and responds to them.

What could they have done better?

Not a lot.

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September, 2013

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Based in Flintshire

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter is very aware of our situation and advises accordingly. He has a very pleasant personality and has proved very helpful in various aspects of finance. In the several years we have dealt with him we have always felt him to be thoroughly trustworthy and reliable and his recommendations have proved to be financially sound. We have no hesitation in recommending his services. l

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September, 2013

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Based in Cheshire

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter has an excellent in-depth knowledge of the markets, investment funds and investment fund managers. He is able to convey this knowledge of investments in an understandable way and help inform investment choices. Peter listens to me as his client and understands my investment needs and is able to provide expert guidance on the most appropriate investment choices. Very importantly for a financial advisor, over a ~10-year period, Peter has made very good investment recommendations and produced excellent returns for me.

What could they have done better?

The only suggestion for improvement I would recommend is to perhaps provide statements/reports that show the performance of different investments in a slightly clear manner, for example, to make the profits/losses over a given period more apparent.

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September, 2013

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Based in Conwy

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter is very good at relationship building and "goes the extra mile" as a matter of course...he has greatly assisted us in many matters, and has produced quality results. His advice is well thought out and he is able and very willing to explain options in detail, in an unrushed manner, to ensure full understanding.

What could they have done better?

It would be helpful if Peter could produce a "file note" after every meeting, summarising the discussion points, and also action points thereafter.

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September, 2013

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Based in Vale of Glamorgan

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Keeps me well informed on market trends and possibilities, ensures that I have adequate income while maintaining growth of my portfolio. I have received invaluable advice both in planning my own will and in my capacity as executor to my late brother.

What could they have done better?

Not a great deal, really; he has often contacted me well outaide office hours. I have been offered personal help completely unrelated to financial matters. Obviously I am very satisfied with the state ofmy affairs or I would not have retained the services for all these years! Prior to becoming a client of this firm I was a customer of "Lloyds Private Banking", under various pseudomyms, originating as "Lloyds Trust Department" in the 1960s. hatever name it assumed the service provided was not especially impresive despite the high fees charged.

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September, 2013

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Based in Cardiff

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Provides clear understanding of appropriate options making decision making process clearer

What could they have done better?

Yes

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September, 2013

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Based in Wiltshire

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter Davies is someone I quickly learned to respect and have complete confidence in as my financial adviser. I would fully recommend Peter to anyone who is requiring excellent, reliable, confidential financial support. I believe the professional, friendly service Peter Davies and his company Create Wealth Management provides, is second to none.

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September, 2013

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Based in Cardiff

How has Peter Davies helped you?

Peter gives confidence backed up by the top professional qualifications. No one has a crystal ball to predict the future but Peter`s advice has gone a long way to ensure that I benefit in the good times and do no suffer too badly in not so good times. Peter is pro active and in addditon to regular reviews will highlight new funds worth considering and others which may have run out of steam. Peter has also helped greatly with our overall financial plan both from an investment and tax planning point of view.

What could they have done better?

What could Peter do better ? - Not a lot really - perhaps rub that crysal ball a bit harder !!

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May, 2012

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Based in Surrey

How has Peter Davies helped you?

In the 10 years or more that Peter Davies has been my Financial Adviser, I have been impressed and delighted by his sound judgement and by the quality and timeliness of his advice. It's no coincidence that both my mother and my wife are also clients of Peter's, as they feel the same about him as I do. Without Peter on our side none of us would have profited as much as we have done while investment conditions have been favourable, and I know that all of our portfolios would have been far more vulnerable to losses in less favourable times. In addition to this, Peter and his family are now close friends. 0He is trustworthy and reliable and a true professional, and I would have no hesitation in recommending Peter and his co-Director Stephen Ng to friends of ours - indeed, I have done this on a number of occasions.

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May, 2012

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Based in Surrey

How has Peter Davies helped you?

I have known Peter Davies for many years during whichtime he has been my IFA. He is totally scrupulous and reliable and I always feel he is working in my best interests. Since I have been confined to a care home it is a great comfort to know that my finances are in such good hands and I would have no hesitation in recommending him as an IFA. Peter has found me investments which have proved profitable over the years particularly in regard to the problems of care homefunding.