There are so many firms that provide financial advice that it is hard to distinguish one firm from another at first sight. But choosing a financial adviser for Pension Advice or Investment Advice can be one of the most important decisions in your life and so you should really do your research carefully and be sure about who you want to work with. Ask yourself one question - Surely transparency is the most important thing when it comes to your finances - so if looking for advice starts on the web... how transparent is the information available to you on the firm's website? Can you see the firm's advice fees clearly before deciding to contact the firm? Is the firm's advice process explained and how practical and transparent are the reports you would expect to receive on an ongoing basis? Does it allow you to make a realistic comparison at the start of your search? If the firm is not transparent at the start of the relationship then how can you expect it to be transparent as your relationship continues?
