Testimonials

Ian supported my husband and me for many years. Our association began from the point my husband took early retirement in 2002 following redundancy and continued through his serious illness and eventual death. Ian has helped me manage the financial implications of giving up my job to become my husband’s carer, dealing with probate, the lifestyle changes associated with widowhood and a major house move.

Ian masterminds my investment portfolio, keeping a balance between income and growth and paying close attention to my preferred level of risk. As a relatively cautious investor, I’m pleased to say I’ve seen overall increases in the value of my portfolio over and above the rate of inflation and also receive monthly and quarterly withdrawls of cash. Ian is also a thoughtful and adept sounding board, helping me make sense of major life changes and how they may impact my financial situation.

Ian was recommended by a close friend as someone who takes a personal approach to advising his clients. As an independent adviser, he is able to suggest a broad range of options, rather than being tied to those available from a particular vendor.

I feel secure and in control of my finances, able to face the future with confidence.

Mrs M – Derbyshire

Ian was introduced to me whilst we I was running a successful law practice in Kent. He gave me expert advice on how to arrange my affairs to reduce my tax liabilities and fund the future life plan for my wife and I. Ian’s input was crucial when I was planning to retire and whilst selling my business.

I had advice over the previous years from several financial advisors. Their service was invariably unsatisfactory. Ian, on the other hand, proved to be the exception to the general perception. His ongoing market vigilance swung it for me and continues to do so.

As my wife and I move into the first stage of our retirement we feel reassured that we are on the right track and comfortable that the investments decisions we have taken with Ian will see us into our golden years. Ian is always at the end of a telephone to discuss any changes in circumstances or needs.

Mr C – Retired Principal of Legal Practice

I have known Ian Blackburn for a number of years having been referred to him by my accountant.

Ian provides me with someone to turn to for advice and a “sounding board” for my financial decisions.  He offers reassurance and direction and enables me to make decisions consciously, within the proper context. He is able to separate the facts from the emotion!

I find Ian easy to talk to and always help me through the maze of paperwork and jargon that the financial services industry seems to generate.

Dr H – East Sussex

Finances had been something I put on the back burner for too long. I wasn’t sure who to trust and where to get the best advice. When I met Ian it was a breath of fresh air.

Everything was explained in jargon free English and I am confident with Ian’s recommendations. Between us we were able to scope a financial plan for the future very quickly. Thank you Ian.

Andrew Collins

We were among the first clients to join Ian Blackburn Financial Planning Ltd. We have known Ian personally for a number of years and were well aware of his reputation as a top quality, professional adviser. We have most definitely not been disappointed with our decision to appoint him. Ian provides proactive, efficient service and advice that recognises our particular financial needs and circumstances.

We are very much more relaxed with our overall financial affairs now that Ian is there to help us manage them.

Neil and Carol Garnett, Somerset