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- #41 of 87 best companies in Mortgage broker
- #19 of 48 best companies in Financial advisor
- #42 of 170 best companies in Insurance broker
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We are here to guide you through the whole process, whether this is your mortgage or updating your protection for your business or loved ones. Here at First Thought Financial, we make the whole process simple and straightforward and by getting to know you we can really understand your individual situation to find you the most suitable solution. We can also help with many ways to protect your family and your standard of living when you need it most. There are various ways in which a family can protect itself, and because of the large range of products available, there is usually an appropriate policy for most circumstances, and most budgets. For a Free initial review or to arrange an appointment with one of our advisers, please call 01923 606 808 or visit www.firstthoughtfinancial.com
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First Floor, 112–114 High Street, WD3 1AQ, Rickmansworth, United Kingdom
- 01923 606808
- info@firstthoughtfinancial.com
- www.firstthoughtfinancial.com
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Felt at ease and hassle free…
At 1st I spoke with a lovely Welsh lady (sorry didn’t catch her name) then was transferred to Phil smith which was a delight to talk to explained everything and sorted what was needed to cover for my children if anything happened, quick and easy and hassle free! 5stars
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Really enjoyed talking to him, he got me engaged as I tend to zone out, with certain conversations specifically when it comes to finance.
He respected my decision, but gave me options should I change my mind, made himself open for me to contact him should I have questions.
He was friendly yet professional. He made the overall experience quite enjoyable and not boring
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Ben was very helpful and polite and…
Ben was very helpful and polite and took me through everything , sorry Harry 🙈
Fantastic income protection
Very professional very clear and on point with all details of information.
Honest and efficient team
Great experience with the whole team. My mortgage process was very smooth, as well as all the necessary insurance. Special thanks to Carla, Denise and Phil for the honest and continuous advice in each step 😊
Give you a decent review of what you…
Give you a decent review of what you have and need to save money on the ones you have by transferring your insurance policy to the one.
Superb explanation
Superb explanation, honest offers and helpful advices.
Savita was exceptional in helping me…
Savita was exceptional in helping me secure a new mortgage. The whole process was very straightforward, hassle-free and a fast turnover. Savita continuously alerted me of changes in the interest rates to help ensure I receive the best rate which is essential given the current climate.
I highly recommend using Savita and will also use her going forward.
I wholeheartedly endorse Savita's…
I wholeheartedly endorse Savita's services. Her performance was consistently excellent throughout the entire process. She maintained clear communication, provided comprehensive information, and demonstrated remarkable patience. I confidently recommend Savita; her expertise will undoubtedly meet your expectations.
Outstanding Service from Start to Finish
Savita was absolutely brilliant in helping me secure new mortgages for my two properties. She made the entire process incredibly straightforward and hassle-free, keeping me informed every step of the way. What really stood out was her dedication—after an initial agreement, she went the extra mile to review everything again and managed to secure an even better deal, saving me more money in the long run. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough—professional, proactive, and genuinely caring about getting the best outcome for her clients. Thank you, Savita!
Ben Collins was brilliant from start to…
Ben Collins was brilliant from start to finish would definitely recommend
First Thought Financial
Phil Smith was very professional and…
Phil Smith was very professional and straight to the point. Got the job done quickly and efficiently! Thank you for helping us secure our future
Best customer care ever i received
Best customer care ever i received. He gave me time and explained to me in a professional way, how the policy runs was really patient.
Great company to use
Great communication and found myself a better life insurance policy than what I was currently on. Would definitely use them again
Really helpful adviser Been identified…
Really helpful adviser Ben, identified some changes to my policies that would benefit me in the long term . Felt confident in the knowledge and experience on hand . Ben has a Very personable nature . This task of reviewing my policies was on my to do list but not getting done !! It's done now
Phil Smith
Phil, is a great Insurance Advisor, polite and friendly.He explains everything thoroughly and recommends the best option possible.
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