Martyn's reviews
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Insurance and Protection ( 2 )
Mortgages ( 1 )
Pensions ( 94 )
Retirement income (annuities, drawdown) ( 65 )
Investments and Savings ( 69 )
Pension Transfers - Non Specialist ( 23 )
Inheritance Planning ( 27 )
Long Term Care ( 5 )
Pension Transfers - Specialist ( 26 )
Financial Planning ( 66 )
Financial Mentoring ( 10 )
Financial Coaching ( 3 )
Reviewers' assets
£500k+ ( 45 )
£200k - £500k ( 25 )
£100k - £200k ( 5 )
£50k - 100k ( 1 )
Up to £50k ( 1 )
( 2 )
Review
by a verified client in Aberdeenshire
5 days ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I was looking into the possibility of early retirement at age of 55.
How has Martyn Paterson helped you?
Martyn helped by advising the correct risk level for our investments, based on our activity plans for retirement and our attitude to risk, and by providing advice on the best time to action various pensions. He has given us the confidence that we can spend on what we want during retirement and still be financially secure.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes, I retired aged 55 and have confidence that will be financially secure going forward.
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by a verified client in Aberdeenshire
a month ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
My wife and I returned from working overseas, I was approaching retirement age, so we needed advice as to how best to invest and prepare for our final years in employment and the transition to retirement.
How has Martyn Paterson helped you?
Martyn has provided sound advice. He has carefully and thoughtfully understood our situation and financial circumstances, provided full information about various options, and has guided us in taking the decisions that will support our future financial security
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes, we have.
What could they have done better?
N/A
Review
by a verified client in Aberdeenshire
2 months ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Multiple pensions and no clear financial strategy, or understanding of how to properly prepare for retirement.
How has Martyn Paterson helped you?
Given a clear picture of options and pros and cons of the options to allow me to make the right decision.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes, very much so.
What could they have done better?
Nothing comes to mind.
Review
by a verified client in Aberdeenshire
3 months ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Early retirement
How has Martyn Paterson helped you?
Advised me of my progress and provided options for me to consider to help maximise my financial planning.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Yes
What could they have done better?
Nothing to note.
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by a verified client in Aberdeenshire
3 months ago
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What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
Owning my own business and needed professional advice with regards to pensions and various options
How has Martyn Paterson helped you?
Guided me through the process, explaining tax free allowances. Also other future planning beyond retirement age
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
So far so good, very pleased with results, support and guidance given.
What could they have done better?
N/A