March 2024 by Tommy Lai
I reached my retirement age to claim the pension benefits from an ex-employer's pension scheme into which I stopped contributing when I changed job in 2000. Due to delay by the pension scheme's administrator, I ended up having to buy "backdated" annuities, but providers will only sell backdated annuities with a GMP underpin via a financial advisor. I had been turned down by 2 different firms as they didn't have the appetite or capacity to take on the challenge as it could be very time consuming. Then I was recommended to try Strategic Solutions @ Bournemouth which I'm so glad that I did. Natasha O'Neill from Strategic Solutions returned my call and that's when our journey started.....Natasha took on my case, listened to my whole story, got the necessary paperwork from me, studied the whole details and acted on my behalf to take on the pension scheme's administrator. Natasha also helped to source the annuities from the open market and acted as the middle person to handhold all parties to move things forward. She could have just sourced the annuities for me and called it "job's done". But she didn't stop at that, she carried on doing the handholding. I also noticed that she had frequently worked very late to ensure all deadlines and milestones were met. She really had my interests at heart. I would also say that Natasha's friendliness, her professionalism, her knowledge, her enthusiasm, her energy are very difficult to find these days, I speak from having worked 32 years in investment banks who are notoriously known that they want "blood for their money" so to speak, so I know a gem when I see one. I would also say that one of the most important attributes that Natasha has is her communication skill. She keeps everybody informed of what's going on, making sure everyone is on the same page, and that's very important to ensure things move forward collectively.All the paperwork have been put in place and I'm now just waiting for my pension benefits payment which is due imminently.So, well done Natasha, and well done Strategic Solutions, their web site clearly spells out all the services that they can provide and the fees structure etc. so everything is clear upfront. As to the actual service, I can only speak from my own experience and I would not hesitate to recommend Strategic Solutions if anyone ever needs a financial advisor, they have well qualified people to help with various needs - individuals' qualifications are all stated on their website, and if you're lucky enough to have Natasha, all the better...
February 2023 by Andy Clayton
I had a helpful and interesting Zoom meeting with Kerry at SSFS about the financial position of a relative who requires care. Her SOLLA accreditation meant that she had the background and knowledge to quickly point me in the right direction.
January 2023 by mikepenny94
I could not recommend Strategic Solutions highly enough. I had never sought financial advice before so I did not know what to expect but everyone I have dealt with so far has been brilliant and incredibly helpful. They were very patient with me and were able to provide clear and simple answers to all of my questions. I now feel assured that my portfolio is best set up to meet my current and future needs.
December 2022 by Matt Short
Fantastic company to deal with, everyone I have dealt with has been super helpful, friendly and professional. Outstanding knowledge of relevant products, services, regulations with all my questions answered and some great advice received that will make a huge difference to my life today and my retirement plans. I can?t recommend these guys highly enough. I got a real sense of their desire to help me and do the right thing for me.
November 2022 by S Evers
They seem to be sensible financial advisors who can also invest and manage your investments.
November 2022 by J M
Excellent company and Katie Brown in particular has been great to work with on my personal financial plans and pension funds in particular. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this company, everything has exceeded my expectations in what is usually a complicated subject.
November 2022 by tzipora tvily
Kerry has been our Financial Advisor for a number of years.Throughout this time, she has always been friendly& approachable but highly professional.I had complete confidence in her skills in money matters and in her management of our financial affairs.My trust in Kerry?s professional ability& as a person was fully vindicated and overwhelmingly so, in the past few months when I sadly, lost my dear husband.The whole process of the various transfers & the completion of forms was carried out smoothly & painlessly and always with understanding and compassion. All I needed to do is sign on the dotted line.I can not praise her highly enough.Absolutely outstanding!A few Bereavement Departments should take a leaf out of Kerry?s book of how to handle people who are grieving for the loss of their loved ones.I wholeheartedly recommend Kerry & Strategic Solutions.Mrs T Tvily-Mudie
November 2021 by Bob Lowndes
We have been clients of Strategic for over 20 years and have always felt confident and safe in their professionalism, experience and friendliness. Have recommended to others and will do so in future.
November 2021 by Charlie Sorbie
The biggest decision I needed to make on retiring was who to trust with my hard earned pension fund, and to get sound and sensible advice. SSFS and Kevin Forbes in particular were excellent through every part of the process, giving me reassurance and confidence that I was in safe hands and that my portfolio would be managed and invested with my medium and long term aims fully considered. I can honestly say that I have been delighted with their performance and transparency through what has been a most difficult period with Brexit and Covid, and I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending them to anyone.
November 2021 by Phil Hooper
The advice, guidance and services that Strategic have given me over the years has been outstanding. The whole team has an ability to translate the complex financial landscape we now live in. Putting jargon into normal everyday language is a real skill and can't be undervalued. From mortgages, life insurance to pensions they have given me confidence and security in an uncertain time.
November 2021 by Shirish Patel
Really happy to have had SSFS manage my financial affairs for the past 8 years or so.The team have continually provided clarity on a variety of financial products, both at a personal and a limited company level, and are always on hand to respond to questions and queries.Looking forward to benefit from their excellent service for the foreseeable future.
November 2020 by john briggs
Truly professional and expert advice. Responsive to market trends and with the know how to plan for future requirements.Above all gives the investor a feeling of confidence which is both reassuring and rewarding.I have no hesitation in recommending their services.
November 2020 by Louise Gladwell
We always receive a wonderful service from Strategic Solutions. They are professional with a ?can do ? attitude whilst being warm and friendly.A top notch company.
November 2020 by Sarah Thomas
Thank you to James for your help and advice with my pension - I am now mortgage free and in a much better position financially. Good financial advisors are priceless!
November 2020 by Rachael Martin
A fantastic firm of Chartered Financial Advisers. The Strategic team are very helpful, friendly and professional!
