Chris Bucknall
Financial Planning Consultant DipFA, CeMAP, CeRER in Wolverhampton
A little bit about Chris
I'm a financial adviser with over 30 years of experience. I'm passionate about helping people reach their financial goals and take pride in offering personalised advice that fits each client's unique needs. I understand that everyone's financial journey is different. That's why I take the time to get to know my clients and their aspirations, working with them to create a plan tailored to their specific circumstances.
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Speak to me if you’d like to give your finances a spring clean or are thinking about freshening up your long-term plans.
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An adviser’s insight
Enjoy the feel-good factor of a financial spring clean
With the start of a new tax year, now is a great moment to take a little bit of time to get your finances in order and look ahead to the next 12 months and beyond.
I can help you take a fresh look at your finances and put a plan in place to help your money work hard for you over the next year. This can include ensuring that you’re maximising your new tax-free savings and gifting allowances.
We can also consider any important updates to your circumstances, such as a pay rise or promotion, or changes to your family.
Now is also a good time to review your longer-term goals and check in on your retirement savings. A cashflow model is an excellent way to do this as it can help to show how on track you are, if you need to make any adjustments, and the positive impact that even a few small changes made today can have on your finances over the long term.
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Services
Holistic planning
Establishing and reviewing trusts, complete personal risk management planning, short- and long-term savings and investments.
Investments
Wealth management advice to make your money work as hard as it can for you, including making the most of any tax breaks available.
Pensions
Expert advice to help provide comfort in your retirement.
Protection
Whole of life and term assurance protection, private medical arrangements, critical illness insurance.
General Insurance
Home contents insurance, buildings insurance.
Mortgage
First time buyers, remortgages, buy-to-let.
Qualifications
Diploma for Financial Advisers
- The Diploma for Financial Advisers from the London Institute of Banking and Finance is the primary award for financial planners that develops core technical understanding across a broad range of key financial planning areas.
Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice - Level 3
- CeMAP is the benchmark qualification for individuals aspiring to become mortgage advisers. It gives the skills, knowledge and certifications to deliver mortgage advice and practice.
Certificate in Regulated Equity Release
- Develops specialist knowledge to understand different customer needs and to be able to advise on the different types of equity release products and the risks and benefits associated with taking out a scheme.
Testimonials
T. Williams
Chris has advised me on possible solutions for my investments, making sure to cover all corners of options and proposals and make me aware of risks. Chris was very patient through the process and I am pleased to have now moved my ISA as per Chris’s recommendation and put in place a personal insurance policy to protect my family if anything were to happen to me.
P. White
I wouldn’t change anything Chris did in his approach or the advice he gave to me. My understanding of pension options was virtually nil and Chris went to great lengths to explain what all the options were and which would best fit my specific needs, making sure that I understood totally.
K. Russell
Chris advised me on how he could amalgamate all my pensions. He did the lot, from start to finish which was great. I now have them in one place where I can keep an eye on them, and one lot of paperwork instead of four. Everything went nice and smoothly. Hassle free for me personally
Location
Chris Bucknall's location
Chris is located in Wolverhampton and offers expert financial advice to suit your needs.
More about me
I strive to create a comfortable and trusting environment where we can openly discuss financial matters. My commitment is to provide reliable advice and ensure my clients fully understand their options before making any decisions. I'm always available to answer questions and offer support, and I'm dedicated to helping my clients achieve financial success.
Beyond my work as a financial adviser, I enjoy circuit and HIIT training, reading, and spending time with my son. I believe my well-rounded experiences contribute to my ability to connect with people and understand their diverse needs.
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