0330 038 8938
Based in Maidstone
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Verified since: March, 2017
4.9 out of 5
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FCA Regulated
James and/or the firm they work for (or are appointed representatives of) is regulated as appropriate by the Financial Conduct Authority
Last checked: 12 March 2025
James and/or the firm they work for (or are appointed representatives of) is regulated as appropriate by the Financial Conduct Authority
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Recent Client Reviews
James has received 25 client reviews in the past 12 months; 100% of these have been verified
Verified reviews: 100%
James has received 25 client reviews in the past 12 months; 100% of these have been verified
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An independent adviser can advise across a sufficiently diverse range of products to help meet a client’s objectives. They are in no way limited to products provided by companies they work for.
Last checked: 08 October 2024
An independent adviser can advise across a sufficiently diverse range of products to help meet a client’s objectives. They are in no way limited to products provided by companies they work for.
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Positive First Impressions
100% of VouchedFor users have had a positive (4 or 5 star) first experience with James (based on 8 first impressions)
100% of users who are not yet clients had a positive first experience with James
100% of VouchedFor users have had a positive (4 or 5 star) first experience with James (based on 8 first impressions)
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FCA Regulated
James and/or the firm they work for (or are appointed representatives of) is regulated as appropriate by the Financial Conduct Authority
Last checked: 12 March 2025
James and/or the firm they work for (or are appointed representatives of) is regulated as appropriate by the Financial Conduct Authority
25
Recent Client Reviews
James has received 25 client reviews in the past 12 months; 100% of these have been verified
Verified reviews: 100%
James has received 25 client reviews in the past 12 months; 100% of these have been verified
Independent Financial Adviser
An independent adviser can advise across a sufficiently diverse range of products to help meet a client’s objectives. They are in no way limited to products provided by companies they work for.
Last checked: 08 October 2024
An independent adviser can advise across a sufficiently diverse range of products to help meet a client’s objectives. They are in no way limited to products provided by companies they work for.
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James has added their qualifications to their profile. You can see them by clicking on the ‘qualifications’ tab below
5 qualification certificates available to view
James has added their qualifications to their profile. You can see them by clicking on the ‘qualifications’ tab below
Transparent Fees
James has added their fees to their profile. You can see them by clicking on the ‘fees’ tab below
James has provided information on their typical fees
James has added their fees to their profile. You can see them by clicking on the ‘fees’ tab below
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Positive First Impressions
100% of VouchedFor users have had a positive (4 or 5 star) first experience with James (based on 8 first impressions)
100% of users who are not yet clients had a positive first experience with James
100% of VouchedFor users have had a positive (4 or 5 star) first experience with James (based on 8 first impressions)
Thank you for visiting my VouchedFor profile: I’m James Etheridge, an Independent Financial Planner and Director at Focused Financial, based in Maidstone, Kent. I have worked in financial services for over 20 years. In order to provide the independent service that my clients require and deserve, I founded Focused Financial in 2010. Over the years, I have developed specialist knowledge and experience in working with certain types of people. I work best with people who are: • Approaching retirement: Even if retirement is still 5-10 years away, I will ensure you have the means to secure the future you want. • At retirement: You’ve worked all your life and are now ready to retire. I will help you ensure life after work is a worry-free new chapter. • Already retired: I will work with you to create a bespoke strategy, so you can be confident you have enough to live and enough to leave behind to your loved ones. • Divorcing or separating: I will work with you to provide guidance, a review of your financial situation and a plan to secure the new life that you deserve. There are several key reasons my clients choose to work with me: • Financial planning: As a Financial Planner, I take a holistic approach to every aspect of your financial life. Using my skills and experience, I will create a bespoke financial plan that is driven by your life goals. • Independent status: As an Independent Financial Planner, my obligation is to you, not the product provider. I therefore have the freedom to recommend bespoke solutions from the whole market. • Local presence: Most of the people I work with are based in the Kent area, including Maidstone, Aylesford, Ashford, Chatham, Faversham, Gillingham, Rochester, Sittingbourne and Tonbridge. If you would like to learn more about how financial planning can help you to achieve your life goals, please get in touch. I’d be delighted to hear from you.
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Focused Financial Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered in England and Wales No. 09121946.