Bernard Rust

Bernard Rust

Shackleton Advisers Limited

Minimum savings/pensions: Over £250,000

0203 551 0160
Based in Richmond
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Top Rated 2026
Verified since: August, 2025

4.9 out of 5

18 reviews


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    Last checked: 15 May 2026

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    Last checked: 20 February 2026

    An independent adviser can advise across a sufficiently diverse range of products to help meet a client’s objectives. They are in no way limited to products provided by companies they work for.

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About

Bernard advises individuals and business owners on complex financial planning, specialising in retirement planning and after-retirement planning. He takes time to analyse the goals and needs of individuals and business owners alike and prepares advice relating to retirement, protection (including business succession and business continuity planning), investments, pension transfers and drawdown. Bernard has specialist skills and technical knowledge in estate planning and IHT mitigation. He utilises cashflow planning software to provide clients with a powerful visual interpretation of their finances which helps keep objectives on track and provides peace of mind that their plans are achievable.