Ryan O’Connell
Financial Planning Consultant DipFA, CeMAP®, CertLTCP, CeRER in Wimborne
A little bit about Ryan
I’m Ryan, a financial adviser who focuses on the person first, rather than the product. I guide clients to financial freedom—where work becomes optional—allowing them to maintain their desired lifestyle while dedicating time to what truly matters. Financial security isn’t just about money; it’s the freedom to live life on your terms, planning for the future without sacrificing the present.
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Get in touch if you’d like to discuss how to balance your present spending plans with your future saving goals, or any other financial matters you’re thinking about.
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An adviser’s insight
Spend wisely and save smartly
June can be one of the best months of the year with summer well and truly on the way. But with all those holidays, weddings, anniversaries, and other spending, it can also be one of the most expensive too.
While you should be focusing on the present, it’s also important to be aware of how major outlays now can have a significant impact on your financial security in later life. A cashflow model can give you a clear picture of the consequences your spending and saving can have on your future.
It’s also good to know about the ways you can use your tax-free allowances wisely on certain expenditures. For example, your gifting allowances can let you pass on up to £3,000 a year to your loved ones without it being added to the value of your estate.*
Together, we can make a plan to help you live your life to the full now, while still having the retirement you want later on.
Click on the contact me today button at the top of my profile to discuss how I can help you.
*Source: HMRC
Services
Holistic planning
Establishing and reviewing trusts, complete personal risk management planning, short- and long-term savings and investments.
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.
Income Protection
Permanent health insurance to provide a regular income should you be unable to work due to illness or injury.
Pensions
Expert advice to help provide comfort in your retirement.
Protection
Whole of life and term assurance protection, private medical arrangements, critical illness insurance.
Qualifications
Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice - Level 3
- CeMAP is the benchmark qualification for individuals aspiring to become mortgage advisers. It gives the skills, knowledge and certifications to deliver mortgage advice and practice.
Certificate in Regulated Equity Release
- Develops specialist knowledge to understand different customer needs and to be able to advise on the different types of equity release products and the risks and benefits associated with taking out a scheme.
Diploma for Financial Advisers
- The Diploma for Financial Advisers from the London Institute of Banking and Finance is the primary award for financial planners that develops core technical understanding across a broad range of key financial planning areas.
Certificate in Long-Term Care & Later Life Planning
- CertLTCP is a specialised qualification covering the UK long-term care planning environment, including the responsibilities of the NHS and local authorities, long term care insurance and the financial assistance options available.
More about me
I follow a three-step process with my clients:
- Discovery: Our initial meeting focuses on you - where you are now and where you want to be. Understanding your unique story is paramount.
- Financial Planning: In this meeting, we answer the critical question: ‘How much is enough?’ When does work become optional for you to maintain your desired lifestyle and spend time doing what truly matters?
- Implementation: During this meeting, we review my recommendations and implement any advice that is appropriate in helping you get to where you need to go.
Outside of work, I cherish time with my wife, Kate, and our daughter, Lily. We’re passionate about cruising, enjoying incredible sunsets and the excitement of waking up in a new place every day. We also love visiting National Trust sites like Kingston Lacy and Stourhead, where we immerse ourselves in the beautiful and well-preserved scenery.
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