The Value of Financial Advice
From buying your first home to preparing for retirement, the right financial plan can make all the difference. With expert guidance behind you, those big life decisions feel less daunting and far more rewarding.

50+ 5-star reviews from clients


Clarity and Confidence in Every Decision
At Ward Goodman, we believe financial advice is about more than numbers. It’s about giving you the confidence to make decisions, the clarity to see the bigger picture, and the support to stay on track.
Our Purpose: To help you protect what matters most and build towards the future you want, whether that’s for your family, your business, or yourself.
Our Approach: We create tailored plans that transform ambitions into achievable outcomes. Financial success rarely happens by accident – it happens with careful planning.
The Value We Bring
Informed Choices: Independent, professional guidance that helps you weigh up your options and make decisions with real confidence and clarity.
Moving Towards Your Goals: Bespoke strategies designed to steadily bring long-term objectives within reach and keep you on track along the way.
Smoother Finances: We simplify and organise your finances, giving you a clearer picture of where you stand today and greater confidence in your future planning.
Freedom to Live: With reliable plans in place, you gain more time and headspace to enjoy the things in life that truly matter.


Advice for Every Stage of Life
Financial planning isn’t only for complex investments or pensions. Even everyday milestones – buying a house, starting a family, or saving for the future – come with important decisions. At Ward Goodman, we’re here to guide you through them all.
Why It Matters
Studies consistently show that those who seek financial advice are better off in the long run. They build more wealth, save more efficiently, and enjoy greater financial security in retirement. But beyond the figures, there’s something even more valuable – peace of mind. At Ward Goodman, your goals remain our focus every step of the way.

We offer wide-ranging expertise, including:
Our Core Services
Pensions & Retirement
Helping you prepare for the lifestyle you want in later years.
Mortgages
Clear, practical support with one of life’s biggest financial commitments.
Investments
Strategies shaped around your objectives, with tax efficiency in mind.
Family Protection
Safeguarding your income, family and lifestyle against life’s uncertainties.
Estate Planning
Ensuring your assets pass on as intended, while minimising tax obligations.
Long-Term Care Planning
Preparing for care and protecting family interests as circumstances change.
Hear What Our Clients Have To Say
Ward Goodman is committed to delivering exceptional service, consistently exceeding expectations to support and satisfy our clients.
AMS has relied on Ward Goodman for our annual company accounts audit for a number of years. The team has consistently shown exceptional professionalism, working seamlessly with our staff to ensure a smooth audit process without any disruption to our operations. Their deep understanding of our business enables them to provide valuable expert guidance. We look forward to maintaining our partnership with Ward Goodman for future audits.
Double H has been a long-standing client of Ward Goodman, benefiting primarily from their comprehensive audit and corporate tax services. The team we work with consistently demonstrates a deep understanding of our business, providing knowledge and professional guidance.
After many years of working with our previous accountants, we recently transitioned to Ward Goodman due to changes in our needs. The teams at Ward Goodman has been exceptionally professional and efficient, helping us enhance our audit planning processes. Their proactive approach and clear communication have significantly streamlined this process, allowing us to focus on what we do best. This has been a positive and valuable change for our organisation and we look forward to working with them for many years to come.
Davina does a great job and has done for the many years that she has worked on our account
Paul Collins2024-08-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Helpful in every way, giving peace of mind to any concern's or questions regarding personal tax issues, and investments. A very professional team, would highly recommend them. Bobby Duncan2022-10-24Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I'd like to send my appreciation to Adrian for laying out some excellent advice in a preliminary, no commitment required chat. I found their use of language and broad understanding very insightful with my circumstances. Would highly recommend, and will be coming on-board to utilise their unique cross-disciplinary practice. A one stop shop for all things, very valuable! Thanks WG Team. andrew lawton2022-08-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been a client of Ward Goodman since 2010. They have provided superb service and advice throughout. They guided me through company establishment and funding routes and provided Payroll services and company accounts over this period. They have always been supportive, proactive and responsive. I have no hesitation in recommending them to others. Mike Suthers2022-07-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have delt with Ward Goodman for over 8 years and they have always been exemplary. Easy to deal with and always responsive. I would recomend their services to any buisness. Dawn Adlem2020-02-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing company to work for and truly care about their clients wellbeing. Staff go above and beyond. James Scollard2019-03-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Made an error but acknowledged and sorted the issue. Paz Martínez Capuz2018-04-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Super helpful professionals. Tina Lancaster2017-10-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great independent financial advice and these guys have saved me a fortune by preparing my tax properly. Malcolm Scott Walby2014-04-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nice people to deal with across the board.
Whether you’re planning ahead, seeking clarity, or simply want reassurance that you’re on the right path, our team of experienced financial professionals are ready to help. With over 40 years of experience, Ward Goodman has been trusted by individuals and businesses across Dorset and throughout the UK to deliver reliable advice and lasting value.
Contact our team today for a no-obligation meeting at one of our offices.