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Heart Financial Advisers

5.0(4 reviews)See reviews ↓·Townsville

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

In Townsville, Heart Financial Advisers has built a reputation through the long-standing relationships its principal, Stu Varidel, has formed with clients. Across four reviews, a consistent theme is the depth of research and preparation Stu brings to each meeting, with customers describing advice that is tailored to their financial goals rather than generic. Many of the accounts span more than a decade, including one that covers 22 years of guidance, and reviewers repeatedly highlight how this continuity has supported major life stages such as buying a first home, having children and starting a business.

The service extends to mortgage access and investment opportunities, and clients note that Stu presents options while respecting their individual comfort with risk. His problem-solving ability and willingness to think beyond conventional approaches are mentioned often, as is his dedication to ongoing study and his integrity. Several reviewers credit the practice with improving their financial literacy and helping them thrive through changing economic cycles. The personalised, goal-focused approach and the trust it has generated over many years are the qualities that come through most clearly.

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Tanya Hunt19 November 2024

Stu and his team are so terrific he does so much research and preparation every time we visit and always gives great advice to meet our financial goals. Highly recommend and wish I could give more than 5 stars!

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Dee Hofman-Nicholls22 April 2024

My husband and I have utilised Stu's expert, independent advice for the past 15 years. His advice has enabled us to thrive financially through the various cycles of our lives e.g. having children, starting a business and make smart decisions for our future. He truly is a wizard at what he does and I have had no hesitation recommending him to a multitude of people looking for an advisor over the years. Thank you, Stu - we really would not be where we are today without you.

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Peter Turner22 April 2024

Stu has guided and organised my finances for the last 16 years. He is a high achiever with an outstanding ability to problem solve and think outside the box. Stu is a highly dedicated professional who is passionate about guiding people in their wealth creation journey. He clearly loves what he does and that, together with unmatched integrity means he is the perfect person to be looking after my financial health.

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Sharon Isle5 March 2024

I met Stu Varidel when he assisted my partner and I in accessing a mortgage to purchase our home. Over 22 years he has increased our financial literacy, presented financial and investment opportunities to us and encouraged us to consider them, whilst being respectful of our individual risk comfort levels, and helped us to realise our financial goals. I have been very impressed with Stu's financial knowledge and of the continuing studies he undertakes to ensure this remains relevant and current. I would not hesitate to recommend Stu if you want informed, balanced, current financial advice.

Financial advisers & planners in Townsville compared

Ordered by rating, weighted by the number of reviews — businesses with only a handful of reviews do not jump to the top automatically. 12 businesses in this category in Townsville are compared.

RankProviderRatingReviewsOpen Sat.
1Financial Advice Matters Townsville★ 5,032No
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3Mitchell Dale - Morgans Financial★ 5,017No
4Money Over 50 Financial Advisers★ 5,012No
5Morgans Financial Limited - Townsville★ 5,011No
9Heart Financial Advisers (this page)★ 5,04No
Contact
+611300861143www.heart1stop.comLevel 1, Suite 5 41/49 Sturt St, Townsville City QLD 4810
Working hours
Monday09:00–17:00
Tuesday09:00–17:00
Wednesday09:00–17:00
Thursday09:00–17:00
Friday09:00–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed