Client Testimonials
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Chances are if you are a new client or professional partner, you have been referred to us by a friend or colleague (almost all our clients are from referrals) and hopefully they shared their own experiences of working with us.
It can still be quite daunting starting a new relationship and can be difficult to know what to expect, so please see some of our clients comments about BlackStar Finance and it's staff below:
'Bode is a rare find as a financial advisor - he has all of the technical knowledge you would come to expect, but above all else he has a client service mentality that I wish was more common in this country.
When he says he'll do something, he will, on time. When he does something, it's with our long term trust and relationship in mind not just next years fee. In everything he does, he does it with a great sense of humour and humility that makes even dull things like pensions seem quite interesting.
Finally, he delivers great results - he has saved me a fortune and would recommend him to anyone, regardless of their financial position.'
Date: December 7, 2011
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity
Joe Stringer, Partner (Ernst & Young)
‘Olabode recently was able to close a mortgage for us. Our situation was complex due to us living outside of the U.K. Olabode and the team were wonderful at outlining all the details along the way and provided clear communication on next steps / expectations throughout the process. He made himself available to accommodate our schedule and the time difference which made the process much easier to manage.
I would strongly recommend Olabode without hesitation and plan on working with him again in the future.’
Date: May 14th, 2016
Ross & Deanna McGregor, Director of Business Management & Content, PlayStation Plus
'Olabode looks after all of my financial planning (including pensions, life assurance, mortgages and business needs) and has done so for around 8 years now. I have purchased 2 houses with his help and am now on my third which has been particularly complicated & difficult.
This is where Olabode is at his best and has done a fantastic job of saving me money (approximately £70,000 from the asking price) and getting the deal done when it could've slipped away.
He’s my ‘trusted adviser’ and go to person for financial decisions because he’s taken the time to understand me and my needs, always works in my best interest, is never scared to get personally involved (no matter the time of day or night) and always gets the best result.
I can't recommend him highly enough.'
Date: November 25, 2011
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity
Askari Townshend, Medical Director (Sk:n Clinics)
'I met Bode after my previous financial adviser failed to deliver on a remortgage costing me £10,000's in bridging and fees. Bode immediately assessed the best way to proceed and quickly got the finance in place. Since then he has become my trusted advisor on many matters and has always acted in my best interest (even when it wasn't in his own).
I have the option of many financial advisers, but will continue to use and recommend Bode as he always delivers.'
Date: August 28, 2012
Nyron Nosworthy, Professional Footballer (Watford AFC & Jamaica)
'Bode has a friendly courtesy manner. He always takes the time to explain the specifics in full and his broad knowledge of his field ensures that you will get a comprehensive analysis of the options that best fit your needs.
Being well connected in the industry, when needed he is able to, and always willing to leverage, his wider group of professional colleagues; ensuring that the advice you receive is as complete as it could be.
Bode's services were recommended to me and I do highly recommend to others.'
Date: April 30, 2013
Steven Croft, Director (Nomura International Plc)
'I've been a client of Bode for several years now, and have had great success with all of the financial packages to date; from my mortgage through to investments various ISA's and also more long term solutions including a will, life insurance and more.
What you get is a personable service tailor made to the clients best interests. Bode is very professional, knowledgable and practicle and I always feel very comfortable discussing where I am financially and with my career.
I would (and have) recommend Bode to anyone who either needs a trusted adviser who will continue to look out for their best interests over the long term.'
Date: November 21, 2011
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity
Richard Showell, Business Development Executive (G3 Telecommunications)
'I would recommend Olabode to anyone seeking financial planning advice. He is incredibly personable has a detailed knowledge of the best products available and has taken the time to truly understand our financial needs as a family. I will undoubtedly be seeking his services again.'
Date: April 25, 2012
Dan Williams, Group Head of Legal, Risk Management & Compliance (Intertek Group Plc)
'Thankyou so much for everything you have done in brokering my remortgage. I have used a number of mortgage brokers in the past and I have to say your professionalism puts your brokerage service in a different class to what I have experienced previously! The clarity and efficiency with which you investigated the various mortgage options available to me, plus your subsequent advice and regular updates, were first rate and made the whole process extraordinarily smooth and easy from my end. I wouldn't hesitate recommending you to friends and colleagues.'
Date: November 27, 2013
Thomas Peake, Director (Renaissance Pubs Ltd)
'....we wanted to take the opportunity to say a big thank you to you for all the help, assistance and support throughout our journey to purchase our first home, we simply couldn't have done this without you and I know at times it must have been stressful and taken a lot of personal time and effort to make our dream come through, but we are thoroughly thankful.
We know our 10 minute conversation, required hours of your time and we knew it was never going to be easy, but working with such a great person always put us at ease, your persistence and continued support firstly to find a mortgage that suited us in long run with a fantastic interest rate, and managing the whole case from beginning to completion....'
Date: March 21, 2014
Usman & Zaira Sadiq, Director (AVTR Ltd)
'I have sought the professional financial advice of Olabode Ayanwuyi many times and I find him to be both highly competent, informed and very helpful. What stands him apart from other financial advisers is that he views the client relationship as a long term investment and he is always prepared to do more to make sure you get the best advice.'
Date: January 18, 2013
Simon Church, Industry Liaison Officer (EU Naval Force)
...'I just wanted to say a massive thank you on behalf of Caroline and myself to you, Eilish and the rest of your team for yet another seamless re-mortgage....
This is the 5th re-mortgage we have completed with you and for each one the service has been faultless. Your diligence and knowledge of the market is a constant reassurance that you will always secure the best possible deal for your clients, plus your customer care and client focus is second to none.
I will happily continue recommending you to friends, family and colleagues in the hope that they too will find the highest level of satisfaction as we have done over the last 15 years.'
Date: November 8, 2017
Tim & Caroline Lacy, IMG World
'Bode and Blackstar finance were recommended to us and I am so glad that they were. Professional, informed and reassuring, we achieved exactly what we needed with his creative thinking and impeccable service. Thank you so much for steering us through Bode, we cant recommend you highly enough.'
Date: September 12, 2013
David & Yvette Boyd, Directors (Flock Music Management)
‘Just heard from the agent, the vendor has accepted our offer…
He said the offers were “very similar” and it was mostly your presence in the negotiations that swayed the vendor’s decision, so thank you!’
Date: March 3rd, 2015
Daniel Head & Hana Becka, Lead Software Developer & Teacher
'I have been a client for a number of years and I always receive an excellent service with a smile. He's clearly an expert, but never patronises me or assumes things, but has taken the time to really understand my situation and motivation.
I have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone looking for an approachable, effective financial adviser'
Date: August 28, 2012
Paul Beynon, Managing Director (DPS Plc)
... 'an expert advisor that helped me procure a mortgage product in record time. His service and work was absolutely fantastic. I highly recommend him and would definitely use his services again.'
Date: July 29, 2012
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity
Marais Buys, Accountant (Director at Wilton & Partners)
'Three-brains (Bode) has worked with a number of our clients, from trainees to full internationals and never fails to impress us with his enthusiasm and imagination.
Whatever issues our clients' face, he always has a solution, the appropriate contact and most importantly the desire to help. He has become a real asset to our business.'
Date: August 27, 2012
Jade Quincy Ford, Agent (Straight Ace Sports)
'I have worked in conjunction with Bode on behalf of various clients. he has an astute grasp of the financial needs of his clients and the determination and perseverence to bring a matter to a succesful conclusion.'
Date: February 11, 2011
Tim Jordan, Partner (Forshaws Davies Ridgway LLP)
'I highly recommend the services of Bode. He has made light work of my house purchase and insurance every step of the way!'
Date: April 24, 2012
Top qualities: Expert, On Time, High Integrity
Patricia Reid, Financial Director
“Bode helped with the arrangement of my recent Mortgage and Insurances and I can highly recommend him. Bode demonstrated great market knowledge and provided a first rate service throughout the process.”
Date: October 31, 2012
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity
Christopher Peacock, Partner (Allerton Park Recruitment)
'Olabode is conscientious, knowledgeable and above all someone you can trust to do the right thing at the right time, always bases his advice on a thorough knowledge of his clients and with their best interests as his primary objective. He is an example other advisers should follow!'
Date: September 25, 2009
Matthew Cuoghi DipPFS, Financial Advisor
‘A massive thank you for all your help in what has been a very difficult situation.Your hard work for us is truly appreciated and we shall be recommending you to anyone needing finance advice. You’re a true professional!’
Date: December 2, 2014
Daniel Green & Carmen Snell, Lettings Manager & Hair Stylist (Foxtons & Carmen Snell)
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