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Solace Financial Planners Brisbane

Solace Financial Planners Brisbane

4.9(30 reviews)See reviews ↓·Brisbane

About the company

Solace Financial Planners Brisbane is a financial advice practice that began operating in 2013. The practice is run by its principal advisers, who are also the owners, and employs five financial planners. Its advisers have over 80 years of combined experience. The practice serves clients in Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast. Scott Quinlan is a Principal and Financial Adviser with a Masters of Financial Planning, a Bachelor of Commerce and CFP certification. Stephen Horton is a Principal and Financial Adviser with a Bachelor of Commerce and CFP certification.

Giles Stratford is a Principal and Financial Adviser with a Masters of Financial Planning and AFP certification. Joel Carty is a Financial Planner with CFP, MFP and CTA qualifications. The practice is recognised as a FAAA Professional Practice under the Financial Advice Association of Australia's Professional Practice Program. It offers investment advice, retirement planning, superannuation advice, wealth management, generational wealth advice and personal life insurance advice.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Solace Financial Planners in Brisbane is described in client feedback as a practice built on patient, plain-English guidance and genuine partnership. Reviewers repeatedly highlight Scott Quinlan for explaining options and processes clearly and for taking time to discuss emotional readiness for retirement, not only the numbers. Reece Keys is associated with reviews of existing superannuation and insurance arrangements, identification of potential savings, and straightforward implementation of investment strategies. Giles Stratford draws praise for detailed market analysis and effective planning approaches.

During a difficult personal period, Joel and Scott are credited with a compassionate, professional response that went beyond technical advice. Transparent communication and a willingness to walk clients through every step of their investment journey emerge as a recurring strength. One account describes being referred to a solicitor and accountant when that was the more suitable path, with the helpfulness shown valued despite no continuing engagement. Estate coordination, retirement preparation, and aligning investments with individual risk profiles and life goals appear as practical themes across the feedback, alongside an emphasis on listening carefully before recommending any course of action.

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Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Patrick Davison3 December 2025

Joel and Scott helped through a very difficult period with more than financial advice. They got to know me and supported me in a holistic approach that embodied the company name. Their compassionate and professional approach helped me in ways I did not expect. Entering into a partnership with the Solace Financial Planning team is something I would recommend to anyone without hesitation as in my experience, this team is driven by the genuine desire to see clients succeed. Thanks guys!

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Maia H17 November 2025

I was really impressed with my dealings with Solace. I rang to enquire about their services, and after providing a brief overview of my situation, was advised it would be more beneficial for me to consult with a solicitor and accountant. Even though it became clear that I was not going to become a client, they were genuinely helpful, taking the time to listen and provide really helpful advice.

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Nick Hosking10 June 2025

I've had the pleasure of working with Joel Carty from Solace Financial and honestly couldn’t recommend him more highly. Joel is incredibly knowledgeable, thorough, and genuinely cares about his clients' financial wellbeing. He takes the time to explain things clearly, offers tailored, practical advice — and most importantly, helps you stop doing dumb things with money. If you're looking for someone you can trust to guide you with honesty and clarity, Joel is your guy.

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Jo Chyi18 April 2025

Joel from Solace Financial is an expert in financial planning with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the area. He will listen to your goals and develop strategies to ensure you will be financially comfortable for the future. Rest assured he has your best interest at heart where he will look after you and walk you through every step of the way on your financial journey. I have no hesitations in recommending him who will undoubtedly provide you with his best services.

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Jennifer Lee18 April 2025

I was very apprehensive about meeting a financial planner for the first time. I was surprised with how much time Joel spent getting to know me and my values. He also took the time to explain how everything worked so I was in a better position to make an informed decision. I would recommend Joel to anyone who wants to work collaboratively with a financial planner.

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Jo Crawford-Bryde27 September 2023

I recently met with my financial advisor Scott Quinlan to discuss proposed plans for retirement. As always, Scott was able to set out the information, processes and options in a clear and easily understood manner. Aside from the clear and sound financial advice, what most impressed with was the time that Scott took to actually talk to me about my readiness to retire. To check that I was mentally ready to enter this next phase and transition from work. I came away from the meeting feeling valued and reaffirmed that this was the right time as all of the issues I had been pondering were discussed openly. I cannot recommend Scott highly enough. He has been a valued advisor of myself and my husband for over 15 years and his management of our retirement funds has placed in a great financial position.

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Lois Jewell24 August 2023

Scott and the team at Solace Financial are magnificent. We came to them in a quite a mess after the GFC, and they have confidently guided us to a stronger financial position with an investment strategy aligned with our risk profile and life goals.

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Contact
+61731063106solacefinancial.com.auSolace Financial House, Level 6/97 Creek St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Working hours
Monday08:30–17:00
Tuesday08:30–17:00
Wednesday08:30–17:00
Thursday08:30–17:00
Friday08:30–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed