Testimonials page

General3, West Yorkshire - since

96% of clients would recommend us to their family and friends

General2, West Yorkshire - since

88% of people in our recent survey believe working with us has had a positive and meaningful impact on their lives.

General1, West Yorkshire - since

In our recent survey 100% of clients view us as their trusted advisers for their financial affairs .

GS3, West Yorkshire - since

Gillian has maintained a calm and balanced approach to both actions and communications during the recent turbulent months, and ensured the continuity of excellent service.

GS2, West Yorkshire - since

Gillian provided me with the specialist knowledge and advice to assist me in making my decision to transfer my pension.

GS1, West Yorkshire - since

It was a real pleasure to meet Gillian, she was very kind and helpful in advising us on how to organise our financial plans for our future. We can now go on to enjoy the rest of our lives, knowing that our financial affairs will be well looked after.

AB3, West Yorkshire - since

Antony very quickly understood our financial position and attitude to investment and risk. He offers sound practical advice that we feel reflects our long-term aspirations and this gives us great reassurance for the future.

AB2, West Yorkshire - since

Antony has proved to be very understanding of our financial planning needs. He has consistently shown full empathy for us and has given full support to us in all aspects of our investments and pension/drawdown planning.

AB1, West Yorkshire - since

I received excellent independent advice at a difficult time in my life, and am continuing to work with Antony to ensure that my wishes and financial requirements are dealt with in a tax efficient manner.

GR1, West Yorkshire - since

Through Greg’s help we have managed our finances in a way that has permitted our early retirement. We have also been able to help our daughter financially, following his advice.

SB3, West Yorkshire - since

Stephen took the time to find out what we really wanted to achieve and tailored his advice accordingly. The whole team at Robertson Baxter were friendly and extremely professional which gave us the confidence to invest with them.

SB2, North Yorkshire - since

Stephen simply provides exceptional service. As a finance professional myself I know how important it is to use a specialist - he stands out as an honest and very capable ally, with your genuine interests at heart.

Awards we’ve received along the way

2024 – Professional Adviser Women in Finance Awards

Finalist in 2 categories - Adviser of the Year (North East) - Gillian Shirt and Team Leader of the Year (Small Firms) - Helen Morgan and Joanne Vaughan

2024 – Yorkshire Financial Awards

Winner - Financial Adviser Team of the Year

2024 – Yorkshire Financial Awards

Winner - Director of the Year

Joanne Vaughan

2024 – Yorkshire Financial Awards

Finalist - Director of the Year

Antony Barton

2024 – Yorkshire Financial Awards

Finalist - Independent Financial Adviser of the Year

Antony Barton & Gillian Shirt

2024 – Yorkshire Financial Awards

Finalist - Trainee of the Year

Luci Tinsley

2023 – Professional Adviser Women in Finance Awards

Finalist - Team Leader of the Year (small/medium firms)

2023 – Yorkshire Financial Awards

Finalists - Financial Adviser Team of the Year, Financial Adviser of the Year and Director of the Year

2022 – Professional Adviser Women in Finance Awards

Finalists - Role Model of the Year (small/medium firms) and Team Leader of the Year

2022 – Professional Adviser Awards

Finalist - Best Adviser Website

2022 – Yorkshire Financial Awards

Finalist - Independent Financial Adviser of the Year

2021 – Professional Adviser Women in Finance Awards

Finalist in 3 categories - Team Leader of the Year, Role Model of the Year (small / medium firms), Woman of the Year - In-house Adviser Support

2021 – Yorkshire Financial Awards

Winner - Rising Star of the Year

2021 – Yorkshire Financial Awards

Finalist - Financial Adviser Team of the Year

2020 – Professional Adviser Women in Finance Awards

Finalist - Financial Adviser of the Year - North

2020 – Professional Adviser Women in Finance Awards

Finalist - Woman of the Year - In-House Adviser Support

2020 – Professional Paraplanner Awards

Finalist - Paraplanner of the Year (In-house)

2020 – Yorkshire Financial Awards

Finalist - Customer Service Award

2020 – Yorkshire Financial Awards

Finalist - Financial Adviser Team of the Year

2020 – Yorkshire Financial Awards

Finalist - Rising Star Award

2019 – Yorkshire Financial Awards

Finalist - Financial Adviser Team of the Year