Ben Buchanan.

Director | Financial Adviser (AR 1002342)

BAcc, Adv DipFP, DipFP

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I love that no two days in financial advice look the same. Every client brings their own unique story, and that's what makes this job fascinating.

The nuances of each situation, the different goals, the family dynamics at play - solving problems and showing clients options they didn't know were possible has kept me genuinely excited to come to work since I started in the industry in 2011.

I love seeing that moment when a client suddenly gets how a strategy could work for them. Even better is seeing those strategies play out - like recently helping clients make their dream move to Spain. That's when you know you're making a real difference.

I've got the travel bug bad - I've explored over 60 countries so far and I'm always plotting the next adventure. Usually with a good beer in hand.

Rugby and cricket keep me entertained when I'm home, though nothing beats getting out there and being active with the family.

I believe in living a full, adventurous, fun life - whether that's halfway across the world or right here in our backyard.

Qualifications + Credentials.

  • Bachelor of Accounting

  • Advanced Diploma of Financial Planning

  • Diploma of Financial Planning

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In the hot seat with Ben.

If you could have dinner with anyone dead or alive who would it be? Why?
David Attenborough, to hear about all the incredible places he has had the opportunity to visit around the world over almost 100 years.

What's your favourite quote?
“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken” – Oscar Wilde

What was your first job and what did it teach you?
Supermarket stacking shelves – when you have great people around you work is always fun.

What’s your go to karaoke song?
No one wants to hear me sing, but if I had to I would probably murder 500 miles by the Proclaimers.

If you could live in any city in the world for a year, where would it be and why?
NYC – it’s my favourite city in the world as there is always something happening and there is nowhere more incredible in the winter!