Client Testimonials

If you would like to speak to some of our existing clients about the services that we can provide, please contact Lauren Long by clicking here

Thank you very much for good kind service.
RH, Essex, February 2019

Laura Wilson was extremely competent, confident and courteous in giving her financial advice. In particular she was clear and impressively knowledgeable in:

• Assessing our current financial situation and existing investments
  
• Assessing our attitude to investment risk
  
• Explaining and recommending an alternative investment strategy
  
• Producing a clear and comprehensive financial plan report
  
• Answering my numerous questions patiently, promptly and comprehensively
  

An excellent financial planning adviser. The follow-up by the administration team in implementing her recommendations has been very smooth.
BA, Essex, January 2019

All explained well, in simple terms for me to understand. Very pleasant experience. Thank you.
DW, Suffolk, October 2018

I am very satisfied with the way Chris Cornell helped with my pensions.
JC, Essex, October 2018

Paul Richardson was extremely helpful and explained all the options available to me clearly and concisely.
LH, Essex, October 2018

Very satisfied with the advice I was given. All options explained clearly.
SJ, Essex, October 2018

As ever we are happy with Fairey Associates overall financial advice, and we thank Chris for looking after us so well and in such simple terms as we can understand. Here's to another good year we hope.
PB, Essex, September 2018

I was impressed by Laura's knowledge and foresight. She seemed to know exactly what could worry me and how to solve it. She showed a great understanding of people without being patronising and there was no pressure, a nice change from contact I have previously had with financial advisers.
FF, Essex, September 2018

I had previously spoken to another independent financial adviser but was not very happy with the advice/service being provided. So I feel very fortunate to have the contacted Andy McBride of Fairey Associates. From the start Andy has been approachable and friendly, but most importantly took the time to listen to me and understand my pension needs. As a result I am now happily semi-retired and look forward to Andy's help and advice over the years ahead. Thank you.
MH, Sussex, September 2018

Andy was and continues to be exceptionally patient with me as I slowly get to grips with my finances. He has been thoughtful and considerate throughout and it's been an absolute pleasure to work with him.
KL, London, September 2018

Good service, all questions answered, timely responses.
IB, London, August 2018

Andy has provided a thoroughly detailed and professional service. All plans were explained and clarified when needed. Very pleased with the advice given and assistance provided with my pension plans.
CD, London, August 2018

I think that Laura is patient and understanding that sometimes it takes more explanation for some people to understand the details of various plans.
BF, Essex, August 2018

As ever, good service from Paul Richardson. The product I have with you still suits me, so all good.
CR, Essex, August 2018

Chris provided a thorough and patient explanation of financial possibilities for my situation. He listened and was respectful of my goals. He erred on the side of conservatism, which for my current situation is possibly for the best. I look forward to my investment performing well and to our yearly review meeting.
JM, London, July 2018

To date, I have been happy with the prompt help I have received in transferring my pension monies and additional capital to new investment funds, which are much more tax efficient. I would not have been able to organise my financial affairs without this support and advice.
AP, Norfolk, July 2018

Very satisfied to date that information provided suits our financial situation. Smooth Transition from our old adviser to Daniel.
GW, Norfolk, July 2018

More than pleased with the help you have given me on such a difficult time in my life. Many thanks Michaela.
CS, Essex, July 2018

I am emailing you regarding Daniel Francis. I am unable to express how kind and helpful he has been in a time of extreme distress to myself and my wife regarding a pension scheme. He gave us the correct advice in a manner that was easy to understand when no one else could. 
In one day he answered all our questions and in a very understanding and caring way, despite it being unwelcome news it clarified the matter and has at least enabled us to move forward. Could you pass on both mine and my wife’s gratitude and thanks and please feel free to publish this review on your website.
SS, Essex, July 2018

Laura has provided an excellent service with great attention to detail both verbally and written. Look forward to continuing a very professional relationship.
GK, Essex, July 2018

I compliment you on following up so reliably. So often these days, in my experience, promised follow-up doesn’t materialise, or at least not in a timely way.
You have been spot on every time in getting back to me with updates within the timescales you have specified, and I’m very grateful to you for your courteous and professional approach. Without wishing to embarrass you or patronise you in any way at all, I will say that you are a credit to Fairey Associates.
DP, Essex, July 2018

We have found Michaela to be empathic, considered and professional in her role as advisor. Her ability to listen, reflect and impart information has been useful and supportive, particularly as we move significantly closer to a period of our lives, retirement, which is important to us in terms of personal dignity and relative autonomy.
SK, Suffolk, June 2018

Great advice that has enabled me to clear debt, move house and invest for a good future pension.
PC, Essex, June 2018

I’d like to mention that my experience as a client at Fairey Associates with you & Ben Hyland, has been nothing but wonderful & I would be very happy to get in touch should I need to make any investment in future. 
EJ, London, June 2018

Clearly explained options and a pleasure to deal with.
TJ, Essex, June 2018

Many thanks to Michaela for guiding me through the system.
CD, Norfolk, May 2018

Have had excellent results so far.
AM, Essex, May 2018

A little too early to say how the investments will grow, but a positive experience in initial meetings and the setup of policies.
FP, Essex, May 2018

An excellent service, pleasantly delivered and efficiently carried out.
MK, Suffolk, April 2018

Coming to see a financial adviser was something I found daunting, but both advisers I have seen were very friendly and have put me at ease. They took the time to explain things clearly.
CG, London, April 2018

I have complete confidence in Chris Cornell and I'm very happy to go along with his recommendations.
WB, Essex, April 2018

I am really pleased with the services provided by Fairey Associates and Laura Wilson in particular. Nothing was too much of a problem and she repeated anything I needed clarification on. She has also kept me updated as things have progressed.
JW, Essex, April 2018

I find Paul Richardson a very pleasant person who is easy to understand. He explains things clearly and I feel confident with the advice that he gave me.
JB, Essex, March, 2018

The service we received from Daniel Midwinter was second to none. He made the process very easy and explained everything so that we could understand it clearly. 
MR and JR, Essex, March, 2018

Laura Wilson made me feel at ease at each meeting. Any questions I asked were explained to me very well which enabled me to understand. It was a thorough assessment of my policies and affairs. 
CF, Essex, March, 2018

I have been very pleased with the information and service that I have received from Daniel Prosser.
DB, Essex, March, 2018

I would like to say Daniel Midwinter was excellent. Daniel gave me confidence and helped me understand everything. He made the whole process really easy.
JB, Essex, March, 2018

Asking Paul Richardson to look at my finances is the best thing I have done. He has done everything I needed and more.
DJ, Essex, February, 2018

I am pleased with the exceptional service and resolution to my pension requirements handled by Paul Richardson.
The service and speed at which my situation was resolved was first class.
NM, London, February, 2018

I was very happy with the service Daniel Midwinter provided. He made it easy to understand and explained all the different options to us. Daniel enabled us to make decisions that suited us.
SW, Essex, February, 2018

I found Arun Cooke online by chance, he came and spent three hours with me on the first visit. He has a calm and professional approach. He was very patient and was aware that I was quite nervous as I was investing a substantial amount of money.
TB, Sussex, February, 2018

Daniel Prosser clearly and quickly pin pointed my needs and facilitated the actions I need to take, based on my confidence in his clear articulation of the facts of what I needed to achieve. A thorough, efficient and professional service.
TH, Essex, February, 2018

Daniel Francis made the process more straight forward than I envisaged. He answered all my questions and put my mind at ease from the start.
AB, Suffolk, January, 2018

I have been very satisfied with the advice that I was given and my investment performance, Ed Fairey and his team are very proficient.
Since 2015 I have had the need to seek further advice on an additional investment and once again the service and advice has been exemplary.
JA, Essex, January, 2018

Chris Cornell was friendly and personable. I found Chris easy to understand and he was efficient
TG, Essex, January, 2018

I found Paul Richardson helpful and informative without being pushy. Paul helped arrange a transfer to Standard Life
JS, London, December, 2017

Rob Connell is very helpful and quick to respond.
AB, London, December, 2017

Daniel Francis was very good and explained everything clearly.
Daniel turned up on time to both of our meetings. I found Daniel very knowledgeable and he answered my questions in laymans terms.
AT, Suffolk, December, 2017

I found my financial advisor Paul Richardson most helpful during a difficult time in my life. He was supportive with good advice, was a very nice gentleman and was not pushy at all.
The policy risks were explained clearly and I feel like my future is in safe hands.
DM, Sussex, December, 2017

Throughout the process we found Laura very helpful, knowledgeable and friendly.
We are confident we have received the best possible advice.
CC and NH, Essex, December, 2017

All meetings and discussions with Laura Wilson were conducted in a professional, informative and relaxed manner.
BB, Essex, December, 2017

I would like to thank Chris Cornell for his patience in helping me find a way through my pension challenges and for making a final decision that feels the best for me.
Chris made incomprehensible, comprehensible for me. I look forward to his support in future years
BW, Essex, November, 2017

I was extremely impressed with Laura Wilson's attention to detail, this was reflected in the plan chosen, which obviously took a great deal of time to compile. I also appreciated being kept up to speed on how my pension transfers were proceeding
GM, Surrey, November, 2017

Daniel Francis was extremely helpful, he made the process and my understanding easier than I imagined
AB, Essex, November, 2017

Daniel Midwinter provided a great service. I couldn't have asked for more. Daniel was wonderful and explained everything.
RC, Essex, November 2017

Michaela Bond undertood our needs and gave us excellent advice. She was very knowledgeable, helpful and professional
RB and DB, London, November 2017

I had a very good experience with Fairey Associates, everything was explained well. Chris Cornell gave me the confidence to make what I felt were the correct decisions. I hope this will continue.
HL, Essex, July 2017

I was delighted with Susie Laws, she was friendly, efficient and very helpful.
RG, Suffolk, July 2017

I have found Arun Cooke to be very clear and concise in the explanation of my investment portfolio.
During our meetings I have always found Arun polite, courteous and professional in all aspects.
BB, Kent, June 2017

Time will tell whether the chosen investment will work for me, however to date all the work in preparation has been handled with excellent professionalism.
CM, Essex, June 2017

Tony Yip has continued to provide excellent service and we are very happy with Tony and Fairey Associates.
PN, Essex, June 2017

Susie Law's suggestions and detailed explanation of my options was extremely helpful.
The process was easy and well managed.
GS, Cambridge, June 2017

I found Daniel Midwinter approachable, he explained my investments with charts and graphs so I could understand the products available.
During a difficult time with the death of my late husband, Daniel gave me time to think things through and did not push a hard sell, this made my finances easy to deal with.
SA, Essex, June 2017

I found Arun Cooke to be a very personable gentleman.
Arun took a great deal of time and trouble to explain clearly and efficiently various aspects of my financial situation and potential investments.
I found his advice and knowledge very informative.
LC, Essex, June 2017

I had a good experience over the whole process from Daniel Midwinter. I was kept fully informed at each stage and felt comfortable about making decisions. Options were explained clearly. 
RC, Essex, June 2017

Excellent service.
Rob Connell took great care to explain products and services and his advice was clear and impartial. Rob kept in touch regularly during the setup and he was always professional, approachable and patient.
HG, London, June 2017

Great service!
Paul was very helpful and explained everything well. I wish that I had used his services sooner.
DJ, Essex, May 2017

Susie dealt with everything quickly and with very clear explanations. I feel very comfortable asking for explanations as her response never leaves me feeling it was a silly question, and she always answers in a way that helps me understand a subject that I generally find quite difficult.
JP, Devon, May 2017

Both myself and my wife found Tony Yip to be very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. As this was our first experience with an independent financial adviser we were both extremely pleased.
We look forward to a long and fruitful relationship.
MP, Essex, May 2017

I am a small investor compared with some Ed advises but he makes me feel as valued as them. He takes his time explaining things and he has done me proud over the years that I have been with him.
I couldn't wish for a better financial adviser!
VS, Essex, May 2017

In need of advice on my pension options I researched various IFAs and chose Fairey Associates. The advice given by both Ed Fairey and Susie Laws has been very successful. I would be happy to recommend their services.
AM, Essex, April 2017

This was my first contact with an adviser. Olly took care to make sure I understood the questions he asked me, and the answers to those I asked him.
He made sense of the income that I received from various sources, and the re-investment of the accumulated amounts. He was never off-putting or patronising, and I am very satisfied with what he has done.
CG, London, April 2017

I was delighted with the advice and explanations provided by Paul Richardson and the other members of staff. I would be only too happy to recommend your services to anyone in my own situation including family and friends.
SH, Essex, April 2017

Thoroughly excellent service, nothing was too much trouble and everything was clearly explained. I could not fault Susie's expertise and customer service.
AC, Essex, March 2017

I was more than happy with the experience. I always felt comfortable and able to ask for explanations on any information that I was unsure of. I was never pushed or made to feel a nuisance.
Mr Yorath was a pleasure to deal with and I would not hesitate to recommend him.
SK, Hampshire, February 2017

Very friendly and professional advice.
They take the time to understand my needs and set up appropriate investments tailored precisely for me. This gives me comfort that my investments are taken care of in a fluctuating market.
I have already recommended them to friends.
CB, London, February 2017

Rob has a very good rapport with us and makes important decisions easy to understand. He comes across as being very patient. Sometimes I have problems processing information but nothing was too much trouble for him.
I think I made the right choice using Fairey Associates.
JB, London, February 2017

We had an excellent experience with Olly. He engaged with us at the right level and took the time to understand our circumstances and needs.
NG, London, January 2017

I am very satisfied with the advice provided by Ed and Ivar Sala.
Fairey Associates have, for several years now, given sound and practical guidance and I am very grateful.
GE, Surrey, January 2017

My wife and I found Paul a very helpful and knowledgeable adviser who answered all of our questions and took the time to explain things in full, and we did not feel rushed at any time.
Paul and the staff at Fairey Associates were always friendly and welcoming.
AC, Essex, January 2017

Rob provided clear, tailored advice delivered in an amenable and understanding fashion - very good!
MB, London, January 2017

The meetings went very well and were easy to arrange. Olly was always available, responding to calls and emails quickly which was an excellent service. My options were clearly explained to me an acted upon efficiently.
Olly was easy to speak to and confident in his knowledge of financial services.
SA, London, January 2017

Great customer service!
You have been responsive and consistently done what you have said you would do. Do not take this for granted or miss how important this if for people.
Equally, when things go wrong you deal with it really well. This is what matters!
RG, Surrey, November 2016

Michaela Bond was very patient and explained, more than once, details and information about my investment. I am pleased I have trusted you with my investment and would recommend your services to other parties.
JT, Lowestoft, August 2016

I was very pleased with the service I received. The help and advice from Rob Connell was thorough, comprehensive and understandable. This was all delivered in a timely, friendly and non-threatening manner.
All in all I am delighted with his help and advice, and I will recommend his services to family and friends in the future.
SR, Ilford, July 2016

We found Arun's manner to be warm and professional. He ensured we understood the key areas and that we were clear on our understanding.
We felt the personal approach to handling our finances added value and we felt confident in our decision making process.
SW, Horsham, July 2016

I was very impressed by Suzie's attention to detail as well as her knowledge of the industry. My dealings with her to date have been professional yet friendly, and in practice everything has gone smoothly. I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending both Suzie and Fairey Associates.
Thank you all very much indeed!
DS, Frinton-on-Sea, May 2016

As usual with Ed I received good, practical advice. Ed doesn't talk down to you or try to blind you with science.
Money well spent!
JSS, Slough, April 2016

Thoroughly helpful. Thoroughly efficient. Thoroughly professional.
I have no hesitation in recommending Rob and Fairey Associates to anyone.
IW, Loughton, April 2016

I have been very happy with Ed's clear and straightforward approach, and he is always willing to take the time to explain things when asked. Despite all of the bad press financial advisers have received in the past, I have felt reassured by Ed and the team that our investments will be as secure as possible with the best returns for us.
Many thanks for all of your hard work and continued attention to our investments. I am looking forward to our next review meeting and congratulations on your recent business award!
CH, Dereham, April 2016

I contacted Fairey Associates for help with my pensions. I expected to have to wait a few days for an appointment but Paul came and saw me that afternoon. We spoke on the phone a few times after our initial meeting, as he wanted to get the best possible deal for me due to my bad health. Before long, he returned to me with his recommendations and we proceeded.
Paul was very helpful and I would certainly recommend Fairey Associates to my friends and family. Thank you Paul and Fairey Associates for all of your help.
BP, Maldon, April 2016

I found Keith to be a very helpful and knowledgeable person to deal with, explaining in easy to understand language the various areas under discussion. I would not hesitate to recommend him to friends and family.
JLM, Witham, June 2015 

A fair and thorough review with all transactions handled efficiently and with full transparency.  I look forward to my investments actively growing above average consistency.
MG, Royston, April 2015

Very satisfied with the service received, a friendly no pressure approach. I will definitely recommend your company to others. Looking forward to the next workshop in March as I was not able to attend the last one!
EK, Braintree, January 2015

I was very pleased with my experience with Fairey Associates and the service provided by Keith Cornelius. I was able to achieve my aims and would, I know, have struggled to have done this alone. It was so much easier having the help of someone who actually knew what they were doing!
The pensions arena is a complicated one and the information given by pension providers is not always easily understood by a lay-person. To have Keith’s advice and explanations given in more comprehensible terms was, therefore, invaluable.  Although the process took a little longer than I had hoped, I realise it was quite a complex task and Keith always kept me updated as to progress.
I have retained Keith to monitor the performance of my, albeit modest, pension plan, and I would certainly recommend his services and Fairey Associates to anyone needing any aspect of financial guidance.
WLF, Bishop's Stortford, January 2015

Arun has a polite and easy manner, conveying often complex information in a straightforward and informative way.  He has always been extremely efficient in terms of responding to any queries raised during this process.
His independent advice has been invaluable and I would certainly recommend him to others.
DJK, Surrey, January 2015

Michaela was always very helpful, informative and efficient.  She was very flexible about accommodating an evening appointment.  She was always well prepared and could explain things and answer our questions.  She answered all emails in a timely fashion.  She was not at all pushy with her advice, which I greatly appreciated.
XT, Norwich, November 2014

I found Keith to be a very friendly well informed advisor. He made all the right enquiries for my specific needs, giving me several alternatives before coming up with the perfect solution. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to friends in the future and look forward to working with him again as the policy progresses.
DSF, Manningtree, September 2014

I would not have any hesitation in recommending Fairey Associates to anyone or using their services in the future myself if the need arose.  The service, advice & support I received from Keith & Fairey Associates was first class & the problems that occurred were dealt with in a professional & efficient manner.  I would also like to thank Keith & Fairey Associates for all their help.
CMS, Cambridge, August 2014

If only the rest of the Financial Services industry were as slick as Ed and his team.
DRA, Braintree, August 2014

We found Fairey, “Ed and his team” to prove extremely professional when dealing with us and very helpful in areas that were not their concern! We would not hesitate in recommending Fairey Associates to family and friends which we already have.
MN, Hornchurch, July 2014

I was very pleased with the professional attention given to my annuity. Although some changes were made by the government, I am satisfied with the outcome. Should my family or friends need advice, I will have no hesitation but to recommend Fairey Associates Ltd.
CR, Lowestoft, July 2014

Michaela was very friendly and made me feel immediately that I could trust her, she was very helpful and kept us informed of what to expect and timescales. The process was explained to us, we were kept up to date throughout the process by telephone and email.  Thank you Michaela, I would definitely recommend you to my friends and family.
WP, Ipswich, July 2014

My first contact with Ed Fairey was through Helm Godfrey in early 2008 and has been continuous ever since. A great deal has been achieved since our first meeting and has been very successful. Initially Rob Connell was Ed’s assistant and took over my portfolio a couple of years or so ago. It has been and is a very happy association and to me both Rob & Ed are valued friends as much as business associates. The service, advice and help is first class and personally look forward to a continuing and active association.
ES, London, June 2014

I was very impressed with the level of professional advice, which was presented in easy to understand terminology, and the efficiency with which my financial matters were brought to a speedy conclusion.   Your organization presents a pleasing combination of professionalism and a relaxed personal approach.  I would have no hesitation in recommending your services to others.
PK, Witham, May 2014

My knowledge of things financial is limited so contacting Ed was a stroke of luck.  I had no idea how to plan for my financial future, but now feel confident that I will be well catered for. Ed clearly knows his stuff and managed to explain quite complicated topics in an understandable way. And if you don't get it the first time, he'll explain again!  He's forensic in his questioning, but this shows he's listening, really listening to what you have to tell him. There was never any need to repeat things as he immediately 'got it', and gave me very helpful tips from the start.  Following his advice, I've now taken out an annuity, to replace an existing income that I'm about to lose.  In addition, other income is to be generated by investing money in areas I simply would not have thought of.  He has an easy-going, friendly manner which I think is important. And dare I say it, my two or three meetings with him have been fun as well as useful - a difficult combination to pull off.  Others at 'Team Fairey' that I've had dealings with have been just as helpful. I have already recommended Ed to friends.
PG, London, March 2014

Thank you for finalising the bond. I have received my WRAP login but haven’t activated it yet.  I’d like to say a special thanks to Nicola Drohan for her patience and support throughout this process.
CM, Wirral, May 2014

We approached Mr Fairey to discuss our pension annuity and the advice we were given was first class. He was very knowledgeable and very patient as we had no idea what to do.  We had two meetings with him and his staff who were very helpful and friendly and even phoned after working hours to speed things up. Would definitely recommend!
GP, Colchester, February 2014

I cannot thank Michaela enough for what she has done for me, it will make a huge difference.  Once again thank you very much what you did.
KW, Cambridge, Jan 2014

I was very happy when Keith (Cornelius) arranged this policy.  He gave me a choice of plans and explained the pros and cons of each one.  I felt very confident with Keith's advice and he kept in contact throughout the process.  He also helped me with a pension plan too.
RU, Colchester, Dec 2013

I was one of Fairey Associates first clients having been introduced to Ed some seven years ago by a walking friend.
Having my finances in all different areas Ed clearly explained what he felt to be most beneficial for someone in my personal circumstances.  In spite of their being one area on which we did not agree, at no time did Ed pressurise me. He understood my risk level and by having an annual investment review this gives an opportunity to see if one’s circumstances have changed or not.
His returns have given me over 50% on my capital and foreseeing the credit crunch made sure that my portfolio benefitted by getting me out before the drop and hence having the funds to invest when prices fell.  I am a small investor and yet I feel I am treated with as much respect as those who have a larger portfolio.
He has great integrity and I trust his suggestions as he certainly has made my money grow for me.  When times are hard he is always supportive in whatever action I feel I need to make and knows what to do for my benefit.  It has been a pleasure dealing with Fairey Associates – Ed and his team – and I am delighted that the company is going from strength to strength.  
I have every faith in Ed’s judgment and would highly recommend him as a Financial Advisor.
Hilda S, London, Feb 2013

The service I received from Fairey Associates was excellent.  My knowledge of finance and investments is limited - Ed and his team carefully talked me through the various options.  Follow up guidance and communication was first class.
CM, Wirral

Arun has deep knowledge of the financial sector.  His services, guidance suggestions and help to me and my wife in finalising our pension decisions properly have been excellent and cordial.  He has a cheerful and friendly attitude.
BK, Crawley

I was very happy with the service Adam provided.  He understood my circumstances and advised accordingly.  His explanations were clear and helpful, thus making my decision making easier.  I would be happy to recommend him and Fairey Associates Ltd.
IS, Leatherhead

The service and attention received from Sean Thompson to date has been very good.
AS, London

Ed Fairey and Sean Thompson made the process of buying an annuity easy for me.  They did all the legwork and found the best available deal at the time.  I would certainly recommend Fairey Associates and would definitely use them again.
DC, Dover