Mike Forrest
Chartered Financial Planning Consultant Chartered FCSI in Edinburgh
A little bit about Mike
As a self-employed, qualified Financial Planner, I deliver tailored, comprehensive financial solutions to meet my clients' unique needs. Before I joined Quilter, I gained extensive expertise in finance as a chartered accountant and chartered tax adviser, with over 20 years of experience in financial leadership, strategic business planning, and tax advisory.
This diverse background enables me to address each client’s specific circumstances and provide the clarity and confidence they need to navigate their financial journey successfully.
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Speak to me if you want to access potentially better interest rates for your cash savings and enjoy an extra financial boost.
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An adviser’s insight
Aim to maximise your cash savings
It might shock you to know that 28% of people hold their cash in interest-free savings accounts(1), receiving no return on their hard-earned money. Because under current rules a basic rate taxpayer can earn up to £1,000 in interest from their savings without paying tax, these people could be missing out on a significant financial boost that they could be enjoying.
This is even more relevant when you consider that the average person typically holds up to 25% of their available money on cash deposit(2). So, by reviewing your cash and tackling any ‘lazy money’, you’ll be making a great start at getting your finances in shape and achieving longer-term financial security.
If your money isn’t working as hard as it could, I can help. By making it easy to access potentially better interest rates, I can help you to aim to maximise your cash savings – giving you more money to spend on the things you enjoy or helping you grow your money towards a longer-term goal.
1 Building Societies Association Sept 2024
2 The Lang Cat: Cash as an asset class survey June 2024
Cash on deposit advice is not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
Services
Business Services & Protection
Commercial mortgages/remortgages, workplace pension and employee benefits. Commercial mortgages are by referral only.
Deals
Fixed rate deals, discounted, variable and flexible, capped and/or collared.
General Insurance
Home contents insurance, buildings insurance.
Holistic planning
Establishing and reviewing trusts, complete personal risk management planning, short- and long-term savings and investments.
Income Protection
Permanent health insurance to provide a regular income should you be unable to work due to illness or injury.
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.
Mortgage
First time buyers, remortgages, buy-to-let.
Pensions
Expert advice to help provide comfort in your retirement.
Protection
Whole of life and term assurance protection, private medical arrangements, critical illness insurance.
Dental & Medical
Financial planning for dental and medical professionals, in-depth knowledge of NHS pensions and needs of hospital doctors, GPs, dentists and locums.
Qualifications
Diploma in Investment Advice
- The Diploma in Investment Advice provides a sound grounding in UK financial services and consumer relationships, including exchange traded futures and options and financial protection.
Level 6 Advanced Financial Planning Certificate
- The CISI level 6 Certificate in Financial Planning provides a robust foundation in knowledge and skills that develop effective financial understanding and planning.
Chartered Fellow
- The pinnacle of CISI membership. Exclusively for professionals who have demonstrated the highest levels of knowledge and standards of professionalism.
Location
Mike's location
Edinburgh
EH3
United Kingdom
Mike is located in Edinburgh and offers expert financial advice to suit your needs.
More about me
As a self-employed, qualified Financial Planner, I deliver tailored, comprehensive financial solutions to meet my clients' unique needs. Before I joined Quilter, I built a distinguished career as a chartered accountant and chartered tax adviser, with over two decades of experience in financial leadership, strategic business planning, and tax advisory.
My experience spans senior roles in private equity, project finance, and fund and asset management. I have led teams providing financial and asset management services to portfolios exceeding £1 billion, delivering innovative solutions across diverse industries. My diverse background enables me to address each client’s circumstances and provide the clarity and confidence they need to successfully navigate their financial journey.
I am a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investments, holding the Investment Advice Diploma and Certificate in Advanced Financial Planning. I am also a Fellow of ICAEW, CIOT, and CIMA. My academic credentials include a Doctorate in Business Administration from Heriot-Watt University (specialising in tax and strategy), a PgDip from the University of Oxford, Saïd Business School, and an MA (Hons) in Economics from the University of Glasgow.
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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