Like many of our peers we’ve highlighted the impact of negative interest rates on client returns. We recently looked at some solutions to the problems faced by investors. It’s interesting to see that there have been opportunities that have been created in this negative space. But how can we best engage with you in an understanding and taking advantage of these? This question prompted us to look at the factors driving an individual’s decision-making process. specially at the current time as well as how financial decisions are made.

The decision-making process

Decision-making process, customer journey, sales funnels, these are all variations on the same theme. The decision-making process is a psychological one. We assume from a behaviour or action taken that a decision has been made. It shows a commitment to an action. What is often referred to as the customer buying process, is itself a decision-making process. This is where we see the journey a customer goes through before purchasing a product. The easiest way to look at it is using the AIDA structure.

  • Awareness: Recognition of a need or problem
  • Interest: Seeking information on the various options available to solve the problem
  • Desire: Evaluation of options and a preference develops
  • Action: Reaching of a decision and the purchase is completed

We are all consumers and are more informed than ever before. That is why our job as financial advisers is not to sell a product to you. It is to understand the process you go through to reach a decision. It is also to recognise the need you are trying to fulfil, whether this is protecting your family or planning for your retirement. We must work with you through this process to assist you in defining the need and to provide the best advice on the solutions available.

The role of behavioural finance

So, what does behavioural finance have to do with anything? We should recognise that not everyone is approaching a financial purchase from the same starting point. Traditional theories were very functional. They assume financial decisions were made against a rational background – both for internal and external factors.

Behavioural finance goes against this by asserting that financial decisions are often based on emotional responses. For example, you purchase protection on your own life to protect your loved ones. This holds true also for investments where investors may hold losing positions rather than feel the pain of taking a loss or the emotional instinct to move with the herd may explain why investors buy in bull markets and sell in bear markets.

Understanding how this impacts financial decisions around things like investments, risk, protection, and personal debt is critical to being able to provide a better service to our clients. Human emotion plays an incredibly influential role in these decisions. We have come through a time of crisis and while there is still much uncertainty there are opportunities.

What is the opportunity?

It is a time of negative interest rates. The Covid-19 pandemic shocked the world and is continuing to do so. We will be dealing with the fall-out for many years to come. Following our lives being put on hold, there is a huge amount of money on deposit earning no return but there are opportunities for those to make their money work harder. This is true too for those who wish to continue the savings habit they have now started. By combining an understanding of buying processes with the concept that financial decisions are emotionally based allows us to work with our clients in helping them make more rational decision in their financial matters. This is particularly relevant at the current time.

With negative interest rates, investors are faced with a choice. This choice is between a sure loss or exposure to a possible greater loss by choosing stocks. What is the best course of action? By following a well- thought-out strategy for gradually drip feeding into the markets to benefit from potentially greater returns can be an excellent route to follow. This type of unit cost averaging may dampen volatility and is applicable regardless of overall risk attitude.

If you’re not sure what direction to follow with your financial decisions, we’re here to help. Just get in touch for an initial chat.  

29 July 2021

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John Riordan | Director of Support | Shopify

I would like to express my thanks for the work you have done for me over the past years. The expertise and attention to detail with which you have handled my financial affairs could not be faulted. Particularly reassuring to me is the feeling of certainty in the absolute integrity of your dealings with us.

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Helen Down | Ballincollig

I have been dealing with Anne O’Doherty in Quintas Wealth Management for over 10 years, i would strongly recommend their services based on professionalism , friendly manner and a strong track record on investment performance.

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Derek Goggin | Chief Financial Officer | Teamwork

Having dealt with Quintas Wealth Management over 6 years for protection, Investments and Pensions I would have no problem in recommending them based on their professional and efficient service.

4

Brian Robinson | CTO | Dataworks Limited

I have dealt with Anne O’Doherty in Quintas Wealth Management for the last 6 years and I would strongly recommend them based on their professional, efficient and friendly service and most importantly their track record with our investment portfolio.

5

John Boylan | Partner BDM Boylan Solicitors

I and clients of mine have availed of the excellent services of Quintas Wealth Management, led by Anne O’Doherty.

I have no hesitation in recommending Quintas Wealth Management.

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Dr Rose Curtin | Elmwood Medical Centre

I have been dealing with Anne and her team in Quintas Wealth Management for the last 10 years . I would recommend Quintas Wealth Management because of their transparency on a range of investment ideas within my pension fund .i would have no hesitation in recommending their services.

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Dr Sean Mc Carthy | Dentist

I have been a client of Quintas Wealth Management since its establishment in 2005 and over the last 16 years the team have provided me with invaluable advice in a very efficient and professional manner.

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Aidan Mc Avinue | Accountant

I have been a client of Quintas Wealth Management since 2013 and have always found their process and approach to clients very professional
As an accountant I feel this is of utmost importance when referring my clients to Quintas Wealth Management.

9

Gino & Nicola Lee | Director | Parbo Limited

Protecting our family was at the forefront of our mind when we engaged with Quintas Wealth Management. What we came away with is a far more robust financial plan based on a complete analysis of our financial situation. We cannot thank the team enough for making this so easily to understand and complete.

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Monica Holland | Director | Cloghroe Pharmacy

I originally engaged Anne and her team to assist with setting up my pension and retirement planning. However, I received far more than that and now have a much broader, well-thought out and organised financial plan that really gives me peace of mind.

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Pat Mullins | Partner | BDM Boylan Solicitors LLP

We have had the pleasure of dealing with Quintas Wealth Management over the past year. Without doubt we feel we have benefitted from the most astute financial advice combined with exceptional customer service.

12

Peter Murphy | Director & General Manager | Apple Operations Limited

Anne O’Doherty has been our financial advisor for the past 6 years . she listens to our requirements and our long-term goals and has provided us with a comprehensive plan of action. Anne has always offered sound financial advice based on our investment objectives as well as our personal needs.

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