About Mark

Financial Adviser and Managing Director

Professionally

I am an Independent Financial Adviser providing individuals and corporate clients with expert investment and independent financial advice. I serve a loyal and broad client base located across Andover, Newbury, Winchester, Marlborough, Salisbury and everywhere in between.

I am supported by an expert team at 2plan wealth management, which is a financial services company providing compliance, research and administrative support. This enables me to focus on servicing my clients’ needs. My ethos is to provide clients with clear, unbiased, financial advice with a special focus on investment portfolios, Inheritance Tax (IHT) reduction, retirement and pre-retirement planning.

Very importantly, I provide truly independent advice; this means that I’m not tied to particular products or providers, so I can always offer the widest range of products and services available. My investment service provides solutions to all of the major financial challenges in life and is built on an understanding of each client. No two financial plans are ever the same, and I don’t believe in ‘one-size-fits-all’. Whether you’re saving for school fees, or growing and protecting your wealth, I know that managing investments in today’s changing world can be complicated and time-consuming, so this service gives my clients great peace of mind.

Continuity is another important element, so a key part of my service is regular financial and investment reviews. This enables my clients to remain confident that their financial plans continue to match their ongoing and changing needs. I work towards the highest professional standards. As well as being an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA), I undertake continual professional development to ensure my knowledge is always up to date.

I live in Hampshire with my wife and dogs. When I’m not helping people with their finances, I can often be found ‘making shapes on the dance floor’ as a Modern Jive or Ballroom dancer or, on stage as part of a musical theatre group. I’m also known by my friends to be a snappy dresser, a keen cyclist and an intrepid traveller – when I get the chance!

Personally

Likes:

Dislikes:

  • Slow responses
  • Spam emails
  • Indifference
  • Mobile speed cameras
  • Any plants with thorns – they attack me!
  • Potholes
  • Diets

Contact details

01264 319 322

mark@templegatefinancial.co.uk

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Credentials

Don’t do business with a financial planner, financial adviser or investment adviser, or broker without first verifying their credentials. Mark’s credentials can be viewed below.

  • SPS: A Statement of Professional Standing is a requirement for practicing retail investment advisers. It confirms that Mark has:
    • Successfully completed an FCA approved Level 4 qualification, such as the Diploma for Financial Advisers (DipPFS®)
    • Completed annual CPD that meets FCA requirements
    • Acted in accordance with FCA fit and proper standards and our Code of Ethics
    • An appropriate CF30 Active status on the FCA register

    Click here to view Mark’s SPS

  • FCA Register: The Financial Services Register is a public record that shows details of firms, individuals and other bodies that are, or have been, regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) or Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA). You can search the Register to find out whether a firm you plan to do business with is authorised by the FCA or PRA, or is exempt. Click here to see Templegate Financial Planning’s listing on the FCA Register.

Mark in the spotlight

  • On an ideal weekend, you can find me:

    "In the countryside on my bike, or having a meal with friends."

  • My favourite holiday destination is:

    "Africa."

  • My favourite song to play in the car is:

    "Always look on the bright side of life."

  • The first album I bought was:

    "Boney M, Love for Sale."

  • If I could be any fictional character, I would be:

    "The ultimate, Superman."

  • My pet peeve is:

    "People eating popcorn or similar at the cinema during the film."

  • The best gift I’ve ever received is:

    "Meeting my wife."

  • The three people at my dream dinner party would be:

    "Billy Connolly, Lee Evans & Julia Roberts."

  • The three small things that make my day better are:

    "IT working, arriving on time, no stress."

Helping you plan for today, tomorrow and the unexpected

01264 300 125

enquiries@templegatefinancial.co.uk

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"The service and personal attention my husband and I received from Mark Bastable of Templegate financial services was way beyond what we were expecting. His knowledge of his job and commitment to finding us a mortgage with the best rate helped us buy the home we were renting. My husband and I went bankrupt in 2013 and lost everything due to the recession, we never thought it would be possible to get back on the property market. Mark was confident from the off and that this was something he could achieve...and he didn't let us down. He was with us every step of the way and would respond to every email I sent quickly and efficiently. Mark came highly recommended from a family member and would recommend him to anyone trying to get a mortgage. Justine and Ken Harris Proud Houseowners"

Justine Harris

A client since 2021

Moulton

25/01/2021

"I am very pleased to give a testimonial for Mark Bastable of Templegate. I am a first-time investor. Mark listened to my concerns regarding my investments and took them into account when making his recommendations. He clearly explained the different products that fitted into my criteria. Mark has always responded quickly to any concerns or queries that I have experienced. I like that he does what he says he is going to do and is always on time with calls. There is never a stupid question, which is quite handy for me and I have never felt rushed by Mark, he takes his time and makes sure that I understand what he is offering. Altogether, I found it a pleasant and interesting experience and I thoroughly recommend Mark's services."

Hilda Harvey

A client since 2021

Lutterworth

12/02/2021

"Mark has been advising my wife and I for 6 years in solely in regard to investments. Recently we decided to move house so sought Mark's advice in regard to securing a mortgage. We had no hesitation in accepting Mark's subsequent recommendation given our positive relationship with him. The mortgage application process was overseen by Mark and completed with few problems. We were completely satisfied with the result as we have been with all the guidance and advice Mark has provided over the past 6 years. "

Derek Binks

A client since 2015

Andover

19/03/2021

"When my wife & I wanted to re mortgage in order to staircase to a larger percentage of our shared ownership property, we found Mark to be an enormous help. It's no exaggeration to say they we couldn't have done it without him. From the very start he was friendly, communicative & open. Despite the problems caused by the Covid pandemic Mark was always approachable & ready to talk us through any steps we wanted to go over, either on Zoom, phone or email. As for the actual mortgage product, we couldn't be happier. Everything we were after, Mark found & found it within our means. We will certainly use his services again in the future. Thumbs up for Mark. "

Nick Dawe

A client since 2020

London

06/06/2021

"Mark Bastable has been advising my wife and I for over six years and we are extremely satisfied by the services he offers. He has advised us mainly in the area of savings for retirement – an area very important to everyone. His advice is always balanced, informative and as time has shown is extremely good. He also has a broad width of general financial advice and knowledge and is a good source of guidance and assistance with our other needs. We would wholeheartedly recommend Mark. Personally, we are looking forward to a long and beneficial relationship with him."

Steve Hough

A client since 2015

Andover

17/06/2021

"We have used Mark’s services for many years. He has provided us with sound financial advice in a wide range of areas, including stocks and shares, ISAs and inheritance tax and we are more than happy to recommend him to others."

Margaret Garrod

A client since 2005

Fleet

17/06/2021

"We have used Mark for decades now and always feel he understands our aims and targets very well. We feel relaxed and totally trust and follow his very professional advice, which he has built up over the many years he has been in a finance advisory roll. We would always strongly recommend Mark to anyone who is looking for financial advice."

Ken Bowden

A client since 2001

Basingstoke

23/06/2021

"Mark has provided excellent financial advice to my wife and I over the last 7 years. The decisions we make are well explained and always in our best interest based on our detailed discussions. Mark prides himself on knowing our long term financial goals and as such can always explain the best course of action. I go to Mark when making any significant financial decision as I feel comfortable he will listen and advise accordingly. The benefit of Mark’s good financial advice and planning helps give security and confidence for our future."

Andrew Winnett

A client since 2014

Andover

22/07/2021

"We first used Nathan Morrisen as our financial adviser, just a few months back when he became a huge help and took on the task of helping us re-mortgage our home, which was then unmortgaged, to raise funds to buy a second home in Cornwall. Nathan visited us in our home to take further details and progress things and very quickly found us several lenders that were willing to consider our application. He found an exceptionally good deal and went above and beyond in getting this for us, despite having some procedural and red tape issues from the Lender regarding our particular and unique situation, which wasn’t a standard set up on paper. The whole deal would have fallen through, had it not been for Nathan’s tenacity and sense of fair play to actually get the lender to follow through on our transaction when we found ourselves in the position of being ideal candidates in reality. All the time wasted by the lender deliberating nearly cost us the excellent rate that Nathan had originally found and again, he fought and argued the case that we should get the deal we originally applied for – and we did. Nothing was too much trouble; he was always there at the end of the phone and it was quite honestly refreshing to experience this approach. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Nathan to anyone who needs financial advice, really just as the lovely, personable guy he is, we would use him again automatically. "

Rachel Spanswick

A client since 2021

Lamborn

27/08/2021

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