Financial Adviser DipFA, CeMAP®, PETR in Ringwood
I'm a seasoned financial adviser with nearly 20 years of experience, proudly serving clients through Quilter Financial Advicers. My passion lies in helping individuals and families achieve their financial goals with personalised, full-service financial planning. From retirement strategies to investment guidance, I provide clear, practical advice tailored to each client’s unique needs. Trust, integrity, and long-term relationships are the cornerstones of my approach. I'm here to help you navigate life’s financial decisions with confidence and peace of mind.
In the UK, there are around 3.3 million pension pots that are considered as ‘lost’, containing an average of around £9,500 per pot*. Nobody wants to be missing out on money they have built up in a pension, but there’s good news - this kind of financial hit is completely avoidable.
This one might seem obvious, but it’s easy to lose track of your pension pots, where they are, and what they’re doing. If you make a note of your pension providers, and check your pot(s) regularly, you’re far less likely to lose one of them over time.
Your investment allocation is where and how you’re investing your pension. Often, people will just use their pension provider’s default setting. But this might not actually be right for your retirement goals and risk profile. So, it’s a good idea to revisit this every few years.
If you’ve had a windfall recently, like a pay rise, bonus, or inheritance, putting a portion of it into your pension is a good idea. Not only is it tax-efficient, but you’ll be glad when your retirement comes around.
As an adviser, my role is to help you get all of this done simply, with all the facts and information you need. That might be helping you review your risk profile, consolidating old pension pots, or making a plan to help you retire early. Investing can help your money grow over time, but the value of investments can go down as well as up.
If that sounds good to you, please get in touch.
Approver Quilter Financial Services Limited. June 2026.
Commercial mortgages/remortgages, workplace pension and employee benefits. Commercial mortgages are by referral only.
Establishing and reviewing trusts, complete personal risk management planning, short- and long-term savings and 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.
Expert advice to help provide comfort in your retirement.
Whole of life and term assurance protection, private medical arrangements, critical illness insurance.
Permanent health insurance to provide a regular income should you be unable to work due to illness or injury.
First time buyers, remortgages, buy-to-let.
Ringwood
Hampshire
United Kingdom
Paul is located in Ringwood and offers expert financial advice to suit your needs.
I'm Paul J Read, a fully qualified financial adviser with Quilter Financial Advisers, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. Throughout my career, I’ve helped individuals, families, and business owners navigate the complex world of personal finance with confidence and clarity. My approach is rooted in building long-term relationships based on trust, transparency, and tailored advice.
At Quilter, I offer comprehensive financial planning services, including retirement planning, investment advice, tax-efficient strategies, protection solutions, and estate planning. Every client’s situation is unique, and I take the time to understand your goals, concerns, and aspirations so that I can deliver a bespoke plan designed to help you make informed decisions and achieve financial security. Whether you're just starting your financial journey or looking to refine your existing plans, I’m committed to providing support at every stage. My goal is to give you peace of mind knowing your financial future is in safe hands.
In advising you, I follow a simple and trusted 3 step process:
We will arrange a time to talk about your goals and plans.
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.
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.
Registered Office: Quilter Financial Advisers, Senator House, 85 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4AB. Tel: 0207 562 5856. Registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 05693185. Lighthouse Financial Advice Limited, Senator House, 85 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4AB. Tel: 0207 562 5856. Registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 04795080.
Quilter Financial Planning Network only: This financial promotion was approved by Quilter Financial Services Ltd & Quilter Financial Ltd on 01 August 2022.
