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Claire McCafferty, PhD

Financial Adviser DipPFS in Hertfordshire

A little bit about Claire

If you’re juggling pressure between work, family and finances, I’ll help you cut through the noise with a plain-English plan you can trust. I specialise in retirement planning (pensions and investments), cash flow-based budgeting and forecasting, family protection and getting first-time investors started. I turn complexity into clear, actionable steps so you can live well today and feel confident about tomorrow.

Find out more about me below.

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Get in touch if you’d like to discuss how I can help you with windfalls and lump sums.
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An adviser’s insight

If it’s time for financial advice, I can help you

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Coming into a sum of money can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time, especially if it’s sudden or unexpected. And while you’re trying to process all the emotions involved, you’ll probably have to make some important financial decisions as well.

Whether you’ve received an inheritance, a windfall, or a lump sum from work, having an adviser to help guide you and make a sensible plan can take away some of the stress and worry so you can focus on the benefits.

I can help you understand all the different options available to you, taking advantage of any allowances so your money works as tax-efficiently as possible.

I can also help you adjust your financial plans or make completely new ones by showing you how the choices you make today could impact your future.

Together, we can put your money to work in a way that helps you feel confident about the future.

Tax treatment varies according to individual circumstances and is subject to change.

Approver Quilter Financial Services Limited & Quilter Mortgage Planning Limited. April 2026.

Services

Business Services & Protection

Commercial mortgages/remortgages, workplace pension and employee benefits. Commercial mortgages are by referral only.

Holistic planning

Establishing and reviewing trusts, complete personal risk management planning, short- and long-term savings and investments.

Pensions

Expert advice to help provide comfort in your retirement.

Investments

Wealth management advice to make your money work as hard as it can for you, including making the most of any tax breaks available.

Protection

Whole of life and term assurance protection, private medical arrangements, critical illness insurance.

Income Protection

Permanent health insurance to provide a regular income should you be unable to work due to illness or injury.

Qualifications

Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning

  • The Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning from the Chartered Insurance Institute develops core technical and initial financial planning understanding.

Location

Claire's location

Hertfordshire
Bedfordshire
London
United Kingdom

Dr Claire McCafferty lives in Hertfordshire and offers expert financial advice to suit your needs.

More about me

Do you ever feel like you’re constantly catching up, juggling a career or business, a mortgage, childcare or ageing parents, and you’re not sure your pension and investments are really on track? You’re not alone. I work with individuals, families and business owners who want a straightforward plan that fits real life. With a combined 20+ years in banking and education, I’m used to turning complex information into step-by-step decisions. My advice is plain-English and practical: together we’ll build a clear, actionable plan so you can live well today without worrying about tomorrow.

Outside of work I'm a mum to two active boys, aged 9 and 6, and a governor at the local FE college. I am a passionate advocate for inclusive and accessible education and financial advice. I believe that financial literacy and educational confidence are the foundations of both personal fulfilment and long-term success. My goal is always the same: give you the clarity and tools you need to take control of your future.

What to expect

In advising you, I follow a simple and trusted 3 step process:

1. Free intro call to understand your needs

We will arrange a time to talk about your goals and plans.

2. Personalised plan

I'll prepare a tailored plan which always takes full account of your goals, and gives you the steps and expert support from me to get there. All explained simply.

3. On going check-ins, on your terms

I'll be there as your financial adviser to give you the support you need.

The Financial Conduct Authority does not regulate some employee benefits, tax planning, inheritance tax planning, estate planning, succession planning, trusts or some buy-to-let mortgages.

The guidance and/or information contained within this website is subject to the UK regulatory regime and is therefore targeted at consumers based in the UK.

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Quilter Financial Planning Network only: This financial promotion was approved by Quilter Financial Services Ltd & Quilter Financial Ltd on 01 August 2022.