First Thought Financial Reviews 

961
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Considering 186 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their professionalism, helpfulness, and friendly approach, often highlighting their extensive knowledge and genuine care. Many people appreciate the clear explanations and patient guidance provided, ensuring they feel supported and understand their options without pressure. The overall service is frequently described as excellent, with consumers noting the smooth, straightforward, and efficient processes. Reviewers also highlight exceptional customer service, including quick responses, proactive assistance, and a willingness to go above and beyond.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Denise and Lewis were both brilliant from start to finish. There were a few bumps along the way, but they kept everything moving and pushed things over the line when it mattered. Communication w... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ben Collins was incredible to work with when he sold me my life insurance policy. From the very first conversation, he made everything clear and easy to understand. He took the time to explain all my... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Virren Parmar is excellent! I contacted about 9 months ago and there was no annoying, constant sales calls, just clear communication and someone who is clearly incredible at their job. Ive now come ba... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Virren Parmar From First Thought Financial was great from the start to finish! He understood life sometimes gets in the way of these phone calls and was patient, took the time & remembered previous d... See more


Company details

  1. Mortgage Broker
  2. Financial Consultant
  3. Insurance Broker

Written by the company

We are here to guide you through the whole process, whether this is your mortgage or updating your protection for your business or loved ones. Here at First Thought Financial, we make the whole process simple and straightforward and by getting to know you we can really understand your individual situation to find you the most suitable solution. We can also help with many ways to protect your family and your standard of living when you need it most. There are various ways in which a family can protect itself, and because of the large range of products available, there is usually an appropriate policy for most circumstances, and most budgets. For a Free initial review or to arrange an appointment with one of our advisers, please call 01923 606 808 or visit www.firstthoughtfinancial.com


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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

961 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'm grateful to them

I'm grateful to them, as I received the whole great service and explanations about the singing policy. They explained perfectly and very clearly and chose the right plan for me. Thank you.

March 31, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cody Allen

Cody Allen, was very knowledgeable and helpful explaining everything fully, making sure that I had the most appropriate policy for being self employed. Thank you Cody 🤩

March 30, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Professional Service and Support

I had an excellent experience working with Cody. From the very beginning, he was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to helping us find the right cover for our needs.
He took the time to clearly explain all our options, answered every question with patience, and made what could have been a complicated process feel straightforward and stress-free.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend his services to anyone looking for reliable and trustworthy advice on income protection.

March 25, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an amazing experience with Ashley…

I had an amazing experience with Ashley squires today . Polite , friendly, intelligent, informative. Made process lovely and easy and done everything to help me . This guy deserves some credit of the company . A real massive asset to the business. Speak to you again soon Ashley

Kind regards Amy

March 12, 2026
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Mainly Positive.

Mainly positive but some questions were repetative which did become sligjtly annoying because it unnecessrily prolongued the process. This was fed back at the time and I made it clear it wasnt a criticism of the person asking the questions.

March 6, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Customer Service

I would highly recommend this company. They discuss all your financial/insurance options with you. What's best for you as the customer matters. We received excellent customer service from our Advisor.

March 10, 2026

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