Why choose us?

Four good reasons to work with us

Mark, the director of Templegate Financial Planning, has a track record as an adviser dating back to 1991 and a loyal following of clients. Clients not only stay with us for the long term, but also recommend us to their friends, family and colleagues. It’s this trust that has enabled us to build up a successful practice which goes from strength to strength. The key reasons why clients choose Templegate Financial Planning over other financial advisers is that we are:

1. Independent

We are not limited to advising on certain financial products. We have access to solutions across the whole of the market, so we can focus on what you need first, and then find the best solution to meet your needs. In addition, Templegate is independently owned by Mark Bastable, which ensures that he can make decisions about how the firm is run, in the best interests of his clients.

2. Experienced

Mark Bastable has worked in the financial services profession since 1991. He has advised people of various ages, occupations and circumstances and can call upon his experience to provide tailored advice. Mark keeps his expertise up to date by attending regular training courses. Mark also has the back-up of the expert team at 2plan wealth management who provide back-office support.

3. Local

With a base in Wildhern, near Andover, Mark covers a wide area which includes, Andover, Newbury, Winchester, Marlborough, Salisbury and everywhere in between.

He is always happy to meet clients at their homes or at work, and at a time to suit them.

4. Providing a genuinely bespoke service

As Mark is a sole adviser supported by a back-office team, clients are confident that they’re not dealing with a faceless member of staff. Instead, they enjoy one-to-one, dedicated support from an adviser they know and trust.

"I retired recently from many years working for HM Government, and thought long about the most prudent way to invest money from my pension lump sum. My attitude to risk has always erred on the side of caution, driven in no small part by horror stories of scams and the gullibility of others. My partner has invested in ISAs and share portfolios under guidance from Mark Bastable of Templegate, and so I met with Mark to explore options. I found Mark to be very personable, patient and professional in his approach to understand my concerns, Mark took the time to clarify aspects of my investment that were unclear to me. I decided to act similarly to my partner and invested in an ISA and a share portfolio; its early days yet but I look forward to meeting with Mark in future to review positive progress."

Maurice Bardsley

A client since 2019

Woking

16/12/2019

"I contacted Mark because I needed Pension advice. After meeting with me and understanding my attitude to Risk Mark advised me on investing my 'Pension Pot'. The following year my attitude to risk had changed, I'm a bit closer to retirement age. Mark met with me and talked through the new investment plan he was advising me to move to. He took the time to talk through the potential benefits and risks of each part of the new plan. Mark also advised me of my options for when I decide to use my Pension savings. Some options I wasn't previously aware of. During our meetings I haven't felt rushed. I've felt comfortable asking questions that I felt would be common knowledge and that I should already know the answers to."

Roz Phillips

A client since 2017

Andover

17/01/2020

"Mark, has for many years provided us with sound financial advice with regard to investments into ISAs and personal pensions. I have no hesitation in recommending him to others."

Margaret Garrod

A client since 2005

Fleet

23/03/2020

"I have been investing via Mark for 5 years. During that time Mark has provided advice whenever needed, as well as a thorough review once a year. He has been particularly helpful during the present crisis and has been available quickly by phone and email."

Lew Fost

A client since 2015

Basingstoke

20/04/2020

"Mark Bastable has provided us with independent personal financial advice since approximately 2005 and has never failed to offer fair, thought through and balanced, opinion supported by well researched and accurate information and data. Beyond the quality and competency of his work I would fully recommend Mark to anyone who values the qualities of honesty, integrity, reliability and trust."

Chris & Rachel Holland

A client since 2005

Bramley

01/05/2020

"My wife and I have been receiving advice on investments from Mark for 5 years which he reviews on a yearly basis recommending adjustments when required. The subsequent performance has always been in line with expectations. We find Mark to be professional,open,honest and is always prepared to offer clear and understandable explanations. Even in this present difficult climate we retain faith in his advice."

Derek Binks

A client since 2015

Andover

06/05/2020

"Mark Bastable of Templegate has advised me on financial matters since 2004, initially for pension related issues and then savings. The pension advice has proved to be very advantageous to me and the savings have achieved the goals that I requested. I continue to use this service because I feel I can trust that Mark will always offer advice that is in my best interests. "

Peter Ansell

A client since 2004

Basingstoke

19/05/2020

"Mark Bastable has been offering regular general financial advice to my husband and myself for about 12 years. He has guided our investment bonds; ISAs, savings accounts and general financial well-being, including advice on inheritance tax which generated a substantial amount of unexpected additional inheritance! We have found Mark’s advice to be clear ( we are not financial experts), well evidenced and honest. Mark is personable, approachable and always professional; we have never yet had a reason to doubt the integrity of his advice. "

Mel Stewart

A client since 2008

Basingstoke

25/08/2020