Informed Financial Planning Reviews 187

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4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fabulous experience with Darren from IFP! I thought I knew a thing or 2 about finance, but my knowledge doesn't come close to Darren's. His advice and guidance has been invaluable! No 'one size f... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

With various pension pots between us my hubby and I contacted IFP after doing some internet research and reading great reviews about Darren Goodall. From our initial free meeting we knew that Darr... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Joe and the team at Informed Financial Planning have been a pleasure to work with and have explained everything about my pension and investments in a way that is easy to understand. The fact they are... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have found Darren Goodall of Informed Financial Planning to be a very good financial adviser. He asks a lot of questions and really listens to your plans about life going forward. He not only advise... See more

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  1. Financial Consultant
  2. Financial Planner

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Informed Financial Planning are an award-winning firm of Independent Financial Planners with Corporate Chartered Status. Our mission is to help our clients make smart financial decisions through building relationships based on uncompromising trust, knowledge and expertise. We accomplish this by offering holistic and comprehensive financial advice to help our clients prioritise and achieve their life goals. Our range of services include retirement planning, investments, tax planning, insurance and cash management. We are 100% employee owned and totally independent, meaning we can provide advice relating to products from the whole of the market.


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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent independent advice.

Our experience of Informed Financial Planning in Hull has been excellent. In the past our financial advisers, although said to be independent, have always turned out to be linked in some way to a particular financial institution. IFP is truly independent and the quality of the products it has offered us have reflected that in terms of their superiority. We thought the service it offered us was expensive but it has proved to be very cost effective indeed. The Adviser who guides us in our financial planning and decision making is always friendly and communicates in a language that even inexperienced people like us can understand and we are able to make informed decisions. Strongly recommend.

April 7, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Hi Hamish. Thank you so much for your kind 5* review, we are so proud to hold independent status so your words really mean a lot. Would you mind letting us know who your Financial Adviser is? That way I can pass on your feedback, I'm sure they would to hear it! Thanks again, reviews like this make such a difference to our organisation. Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Client- focused support

I have been a client of Informed for a number of years now and have always found the team to be personable, knowledgeable and focused upon providing me with the best advice and guidance relevant to my changing circumstances.

April 7, 2021
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Hi Tim, thank you so much for leaving a 5* review. It means a lot that you've taken the time to do this and thank you for being a loyal client over the years! Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic financial advisors

Fantastic financial advisors. Looking after my pension for me for the last few years and feels like it is in very good hands.

April 6, 2021
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Thank you so much for your 5* review! Your support really means a lot and makes such a difference to our organisation. Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional local service

I always receive a professional and proactive service from Joe Sanders and the team at IFP.
I would happily recommend to anyone looking for a quality local service

April 6, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Hi Neil. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We really value your support and reviews like this make such a difference to our organisation. We'll make sure to pass your feedback on to Joe! Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A vote of confidence

When obtaining advice in relation to finance you need to have confidence in the people you deal with. My experience of dealing with IFP is one of straight talking advice that I feel confident about. They are thorough and professional but deal with the facts for you to decide. If you want to be pampered go to a spa.

April 2, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Morning Paul. Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5* review. We're delighted you are happy with Darren's service and we'll ensure the feedback is passed on! Thank you for the vote of confidence! Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My transfer

I've received good financial advice on matters of interest to me and received particular good help at the beginning of my pension transfer as i had left it late

April 2, 2021
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Morning Mr Buttery. Many thanks for taking the time to leave a 5* review, we really appreciate your support. We're delighted you experienced a good service in relation to your pension transfer! Thanks again, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Regular and none regular investments

We had the opportunity to make a one off payment over and above our regular monthly payment, Greg and his team were on hand to make this a seamless operation, providing all the information, processing and where required a prompt to ensure we hit our own deadlines.
From the first time we met and through our early investments, we had the comfort that IFP and Greg were on hand to answer all questions, even the small queries were given the same rigorous responses, that not just gave the answer but also explained the reasoning behind it.
We would have no problem in giving Greg and the team at Informed Financial Planning a 5 star rating.
Andy & Tracey

April 1, 2021
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Hi Andy & Tracy. Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5* review, we really appreciate your support and we're delighted that you're happy with Gregg's service! Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always looks at the bigger picture

Darren has always been knowledgeable and attentive. He is definitely one of my trusted advisors. I like to bounce ideas off him and I know he will advise, as though it was his family he was advising. He always looks at the bigger picture for me and my family. Thank you for the many years of guidance Darren

April 1, 2021
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Morning Asif. What a brilliant review, thank you so much for taking the time to do this. We are delighted that you're happy with Darren's service! Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sound advise at all times.

We have been clients now for some time.
The advise we are given is always clear and concise, fitting in with our risk perameters.
We have been very happy with the performance of our portfolio and are always fully advised on the best levels of investment.

March 30, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Morning David. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5* review. We're delighted that your happy with our service and the performance of your portfolio. Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was recommended Informed Financial…

I was recommended Informed Financial Planning and I have not been disappointed. The professional, helpful and informative approach provides reassurance that my investments are in safe hands.

My financial Planner Darren Goodall has a friendly, inclusive approach and is always quick to provide a helpful response to any questions or queries. An excellent all road service.

March 29, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Morning James. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a 5* review. We really appreciate the support and we are delighted that you're happy with Darren's service. Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great support and advice

Great support and advice, as always, from Darren as well as really good communication and support from his team - they take the time to get to know clients very well so that they really understand their situation and can flag any potential future changes, which enables them to give sound and considered advice for now and the future

March 27, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Morning Julie. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a 5* review. We are delighted that you're happy with Darren's service! Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional service

I have been a client with IFP for several years now and can highly recommend them. The service is professional and all the staff I have dealt with are easy to communicate with and helpful. Advice is given promptly on request on relevant matters and they always appear to act with my best interests in mind.
I am happy to say that given my limited knowledge in financial areas, choosing them to help has been a wise decision.

March 25, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Hi Mr Barker. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We're delighted that you're happy with our service and appreciate your loyalty over the years. Here's to more to come! Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Investing for my financial priorities

IFP have managed my investments for a number of years now. I have found them to be professional, diligent and proficient.
They have a very effective process by which they identify a client's financial priorities and can offer a range of investment choices based on those priorities.
I am very pleased with the service they have provided me but, more importantly, I am also very pleased with the growth they have delivered to my funds.

March 24, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Good afternoon. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review, we really appreciate your feedback and we're delighted that you're happy with the service. Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic IFP

I would recommend IFP to anyone who needed financial planning. My experience has been fantastic. I have always had any query I've asked answered quickly and efficiently.

March 22, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Hi Dawn. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a 5 star review! Your kind words are much appreciated and we really value the support. We're delighted that you're happy with our service! Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Happy pensioners

Have always found that all the staff at IFP have been extremely friendly and helpful, given good advice particularly with regard to tax efficiency and investment.
Have recommended IFP to many of our friends.

March 12, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Hi Bev. Thank you for your 5 star review, your support is much appreciated. We love the title too, we're delighted you call yourself a 'happy pensioner'! We wouldn't want it any other way. Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A caring and efficient company

We are very pleased with Joe at IFP.
We feel looked after and more than comfortable with their service.
A very caring and friendly company

March 10, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Good Afternoon Mr Jones. Thank you for taking the time to leave a brilliant 5 star review! We really value your support and we'll make sure to pass your comments on to Joe. Thanks again, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

1st class professional finacial advisers

Myself and my wife have been with IFP Hull for many years while we had own business and now on our retirement, I am sure there are far bigger investors than us but on our experience they treat everyone with the same professionalism our adviser has been Joe Sanders who has been excellent very professional, great advice, friendly and easy to get on with , always made welcome on visits to the office from all staff and always at the end of a phone .They also offer visit to your home at your convenience if unable to travel to the office. Still with them now and hopefully for many years to come . Very professional company who we highly recommend

March 10, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Good Afternoon Stephen. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this amazing review. Thank you for your loyalty over the years, here's to many more! Your support is hugely appreciated. Best wishes, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Darren Goodall IFP

Always helpful efficient and courteous.
Experts in financial matters.

March 8, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Afternoon Roger. Many thanks for leaving this 5* review, your support is very much appreciated and we're delighted that you're happy with our service. Kind regards, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Financial Planning

The advice we have received has been excellent. The somewhat difficult areas around pensions and tax have been made clear and easy to understand. We are relaxed that we understand our investments and the timelines we are working to for retirement.

March 6, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Afternoon William. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a 5 star review. Your support is much appreciated and comments like this make such a difference to our organisation. Best wishes, Team IFP.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended

I've recently become a client of Darren Goodall's after he was recommended to me, I have been very impressed by the high level of service he provides. Darren has helped me with my retirement planning, his advice has been invaluable and I have complete confidence in him and his knowledge.
Communication has been first class, with regular updates. I would have no hesitation in recommending him.

February 25, 2021
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Reply from Informed Financial Planning

Hi Glenn, thank you for leaving a 5 star review! Your kind words are very much appreciated and really help to support our business. We're delighted you're happy with Darren's service. Kind regards, Team IFP

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