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ValidPath is the modern network for Independent Financial Advisers where Independence is Everything™. Members can run their business their way, and support clients in their best interest.

Authentic independence

We are 100% platform & provider agnostic. You choose your business model, providers & platforms to support your clients in their best interest.

Integrated technology

Streamline your business with our integrated technology suite, creating efficiencies in the advice process, reporting, and running of your business.

Expert support on-demand

Get compliance, business development, succession planning and marketing support, alongside other essential adviser resources.

Growth and exit planning

Get support creating value in your business and driving growth. Plan for your exit and retirement with our award-winning Succession Solution.

Active IFA community

Share ideas, insights, and referrals with other business owners and IFAs. Connect through our regional events, Member Forums, and online portal.

Pragmatic compliance

Access our pragmatic, IFA friendly compliance framework that has an emphasis on supporting good client outcomes.

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Testimonials

Hear from our Members

I was at a large network previously, it's like night and day being with ValidPath, they have been a breath of fresh air, you get treated as a grown up, there is always someone to support you and you are valued as a business partner.

Angus Bunten

The Ailsa Partnership

It's always great to share and learn experiences within our growing IFA community

Ian Sinclair

BPU Chartered Accountants

ValidPath have been a breath of fresh air since joining them. Everything they told me at the start of our conversations became reality. They are a great group of people who are truly focused on ensuring member firms can always put their clients first.

Andy Johnson

Little Green Owl Financial

Knowing I have the support of a network that truly values independence and growth stood out to me the most.

Ian Rowan

Strategy Wealth UK Ltd

Benefit from a fully supported transition to ensure business continuity

ValidPath will support your transition including the regulatory authorisation process (and managing notice period arrangements), data transfer, agency establishment, policy novations, revenue reconciliation models, reporting, systems, training, CIP and documentation. We aim to make the process as seamless as possible, and can provide guidance and support you every step of the way.

Awards

Join the award-winning network proposition

When you join ValidPath, you are joining the network consistently recognised by the industry as the best proposition for Independent Financial Advisers.

2025

Money Marketing Awards

Best Network

2025

Global Excellence Awards

Best Independent Financial Adviser Network

2025

Professional Adviser Awards

Best Advice Network

2018 - 2025

FT Adviser Top 100

Top Financial Advisers in the UK

2024

FT Adviser Service Awards

Best Business Growth and Succession Planning Solution for Advisers

Switching networks FAQs

How can we help?

How quickly can I switch to ValidPath as an Appointed Representative?

Fast! For established firms with a good compliance history, we can support a swift transition to ValidPath and help you manage the logistics of transitioning from your current network authorisation including managing your notice period and all arrangements to get you operational with ValidPath with confidence.

What does it mean to be authentically independent with ValidPath?

At ValidPath, we are platform and product agnostic and believe that you should have the freedom to choose your business model, products and platforms to best suit your business and to serve your clients in their best interest. We have no commercial incentive other than to support best support your clients.

Can I choose my own products and platforms?

Yes, we are platform and product agnostic. ValidPath is authentically independent, and you can choose the products and platforms that best suits your business and your clients' needs.

Can I access dedicated compliance support?

Yes. Our compliance team is available on-demand to support you with your advice and compliance questions, and we have a range of resources and guidance available for Members.

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