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Mr S Henry –

Mr S Henry –

When I asked for Steve’s advice several years ago I had an old fashioned pension with struggling investment performance.  Steve immediately sorted this out and the returns on my investment to date have been exceptional. Read more

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How can I get a return on my cash now?

The Governor of the Bank of England has lowered base rates in the UK to the lowest ever amongst a range of measures designed to keep the economy in the UK on a stable footing whilst we negotiate our Brexit.  Whilst this is generally good news for those with mortgages it’s not great for savers that use cash deposits. Read more

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Property Fund Suspension

Following the recent vote to leave the EU there has been a wave of property funds being suspended from multiple providers. Nearly £18 billion of assets have been frozen within the funds that have temporarily seized trading. The decisions to suspend property funds have been made by each provider to protect shareholder’s interests by avoiding having to make heavily discounted sales. Read more

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EU Referendum

We’ve now had the weekend to try and take in the fact that we, as a nation, have voted to leave the EU. Whilst over the last few days I’ve listened and read a wide variety of political input to try and understand what happens next, we are in uncharted waters and with this comes uncertainty. Read more

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EU Referendum Investment Update

We voted to leave the EU by a majority and the markets are reacting with some volatility.  Sterling and the FTSE are down and global markets are also reacting.

History and experience has taught us that at times of severe volatility you need to remain invested in the markets, now is not the time to switch out of your investments as you will probably only crystallise losses. Read more

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Mr A Pearson –

Consummate and professionalism are words that sum up my experience of dealing with People & Business and, in particular, with Steve Speed.  Having someone who can present financial options and make recommendations in a clear, friendly and digestible manner is invaluable. That, above all, is what Steve and his team do. Read more

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Mrs B Taggart –

I have dealt with Steve for several years now and I am very comfortable working with him. He listens to me and explains his advice to me so that I understand complex issues.

I would recommend Steve to anybody needing independent financial advice. Read more

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Mr N Hopkins-Coman Bethell Group –

Steve has worked with Bethell Group companies on pension advice for staff and senior executives for well over 12 years. In addition, he has a wealth of experience on other financial issues.

Steve keeps us current on the raft of legislation changes we face, particularly with regards to pensions. We would strongly recommend him to any business or business owner. Read more

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Mr & Mrs Baker –

We have worked with Steve for Years on a wide variety of financial advice issues. His underlying knowledge on a range of advice issues has helped with our long term planning.

Steve now looks after 3 generations of our family and the business for independent financial advice. Read more