About us
PFM Associates was founded in 1999 to provide completely independent, holistic financial planning to clients in Dorset, Hampshire and the South.
Over 25 years later, we continue to provide personal, one-to-one financial planning advice, navigating our clients towards achieving their long-term financial goals.
We specialise in helping people who are approaching, at and in retirement, as well as professionals, medical professionals and business owners.
We uphold high standards of professionalism and this is demonstrated by our Chartered firm status, which we have held for over 10 years.
Most importantly, we have maintained our independent status. This means that we have the freedom to identify and recommend the best possible solutions for our clients’ financial needs.
Founded in – 1999
Number of financial professionals – 24
Number of years with Chartered status – 15
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What our clients say

We have known John Skipton for 11 years. John Skipton is always patient and gives good sound advice. I would be happy to recommend John Skipton and PFM Associates to anyone should the situation arise.
Christchurch Clients since 2014

John has a very strong ability to explain complex financial matters in a simple and concise way, without watering down the key points of detail. This is important when I am making decisions about my financial future.
Bournemouth A client since 2015

Since being a client of PFM, I have been really impressed with the level of personal service and advice I have also received. Pensions and tax are a minefield of complexity to the uninformed and PFM have brought great clarity and I have learned much from Christian's advice, all provided with a very friendly and clear approach.
Bournemouth A client since 2019

PFM have been our Independent Financial Advisers for many years. We like the fact that each adviser has their own area of expertise, so clients have access to a wide knowledge base. We feel confident that our money is well-managed and highly recommend PFM.
Dorset A client since 1998

I was introduced to PFM by a family member about 12 years ago, in order to obtain personal pension planning advice. I have been very pleased with the advice given by my adviser, for my pensions and for wealth management. I have no hesitation in recommending PFM.
Bristol A client since 2012

Christian is only my second ‘adviser’ in 30 years of professional financial advice and I feel that I could not have acquired a better one; he listens carefully, is always empathetic to my concerns and requests.
I totally trust his judgement and considered advice which has always been balanced and very rewarding.
Poole A client since 1992
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