Is advice right for me?

If you're facing a big decision on which a lot of money depends, advice can be invaluable.

 

What is financial advice?

Expert financial advice can help you organise your finances and project the results of your savings and investments you may have, so you can see how well prepared you are for the future. It can also help you make decisions with your money that will aim to help you reach your financial goals as efficiently as possible.

Financial advice can cover a range of services such as investing, inheritance tax planning, pension planning and protection.

Financial advice for every stage of life

Whether you’re planning for the future or navigating a major life change, expert financial advice can help you make confident decisions, with support tailored to your goals and circumstances.

Benefits of financial advice

  • Expert opinions

Speak directly with financial experts, who are ready to support you with your financial goals.

  • Tailored support

Receive a personalised financial plan built around you and where you want to be in the future.

  • Ongoing or one-off financial advice

Choose between receiving regular guidance from an experienced financial adviser or one-off advice. In either instance you will receive a unique financial plan based on your personal situation.

When should I consider advice?

There are many times in life where advice can make a difference.

Some of the instances are: 

  • planning for retirement
  • passing on your wealth
  • expecting an inheritance
  • investing for the future
  • key life events such as marriage, new job, career change or starting a family.

 


Does Lloyds Bank offer financial advice?

Lloyds Wealth is a financial advice service from Lloyds Bank, offering personalised financial advice to help customers plan for the future and make informed decisions based on individual circumstances.

To apply for the service, at least 1 of the following must apply to you.

  • Have at least £100,000 in sole income.
  • Have at least £100,000 spread across sole or joint savings, investments and personal pensions.
  • Are a UK resident and at least 18 years of age. 

Product restrictions apply if you're aged 80+.


How expensive is advice?

Lloyds Wealth specialist advisers give all customers a free personalised financial plan.

Charges will then only apply if you choose to take out a product or service. The amount will vary depending on the type of advice you choose.

Fees and charges


Can I just manage my finances myself?

We have options if you want to manage your finances yourself, but before you do you may want to consider the following.

  • Do you have time to do the research?
  • Do you have the experience, knowledge or skills to support you achieving your financial goals as efficiently as possible?
  • Do you have the expertise around investments, pensions, protection or inheritance planning?

If your answer to any of these is no, then you may want to consider seeking expert financial advice.

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Important legal information

Lloyds and Lloyds Wealth are trading names of Lloyds Wealth Management Limited. Registered office: 25 Gresham Street, London EC2V 7HN. Registered in England and Wales No. 11722983. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under registration number 830170.