Qualified.
Chartered.
Human.

Root was created to solve a universal industry challenge: providing expert research and reporting for advisers who simply don’t have the time.

We provide outsourced paraplanning support that gives you high-quality, client-ready reports without the stress, delays or endless back-and-forth. Our work is produced by experienced, qualified professionals who understand the realities of financial advice compliance pressures, client expectations, and tight deadlines.

We don’t just write reports; we support your advice process.

Technology Has Its Place.
But So Do People.

The emergence of AI has completely revolutionised the industry. There are more automated
tools than ever promising instant reports at the click of a button.

However, good advice shouldn’t be generic and suitability reports shouldn’t be either.

AI can generate content, restructure paragraphs and even make things sound convincing, but it can’t apply judgment. It can’t sense when something doesn’t quite sit right. And it certainly shouldn’t be left unchecked in a regulated environment.

At Root, every report is built and reviewed by real people, including chartered oversight, before it ever reaches you.

Our promise is no AI guesswork and no generic outputs, just carefully constructed, compliant, client-ready reports.

Fast, Without Cutting Corners

We know turnaround time matters. When you’ve seen a client, you don’t want to wait three or four weeks for a report to come back.

That’s why our turnaround times are among the quickest in the market. Quick doesn’t mean rushed. It means efficient systems, clear processes and experienced paraplanners who know what they’re doing.

Case reviews within 1–2 working days

Final reports delivered within 3–5 working days

Maximum turnaround of 7 working days

Our Team.

Yvonne McLellan

Junior Paraplanner
As a Junior Paraplanner at Root, Yvonne McLellan brings rich experience in retail banking and customer service to the team, combined with a strong background in bookkeeping and developmental coaching. In her role, she provides dedicated support through meticulous research, analysis, and report preparation, helping the team deliver clear, compliant, and client-focused financial planning solutions. Driven by a commitment to professional excellence, Yvonne is actively progressing toward becoming diploma-qualified. Her exceptional communication skills, sharp attention to detail make her a vital asset to our team and the clients we serve.

Stuart Stanford

APFS, IMC, CertCII (MP), CertPFS (DM)
Founder and Chartered Paraplanner

 

After identifying a demand for a more accessible approach to outsourced paraplanning, Root was established by its founder, Stuart Stanford. With more than 10 years’ experience working for a handful of IFAs, from small firms to nationwide companies: During this time, he occupied positions in operations management, business development and most recently paraplanning.

 

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