Don’t Let Your Money Get Relegated: Why Proper Financial Advice Matters

You’ve Seen the Headlines…

Another week, another story of ex-footballers losing millions in unregulated investments. The BBC and FT Adviser have reported that a group of Premier League players from back in the day, guys who earned serious money ended up losing fortunes on deals that weren’t properly regulated.

It’s a tough read. But it’s also a wake-up call. Because if it can happen to them, it can happen to anyone.

Here’s the Problem

When you’re in the game, money comes fast. Contracts, bonuses, endorsements it feels like it’ll never stop. But here’s the truth: careers are short, and the decisions you make in your 20s and 30s can shape the rest of your life.

The danger? Too many players get approached with “once-in-a-lifetime” investment deals. They sound exciting, they’re pushed by people who seem trustworthy, but behind the scenes, there’s no proper protection. No FCA regulation. No safety net. And when things go wrong, they go really wrong.

Regulated Advice = Protection

That’s where regulated advice comes in.

FCA regulated means we’re authorised, checked, and held accountable. You’re protected if something ever goes wrong.

No smoke and mirrors. You’ll always know exactly where your money’s going as we will take the time to explain this to you and what the risks are.

Built for you. Your career, your goals, your family, your future. Not some “get rich quick” scheme.

Think of it like this: you wouldn’t step onto the pitch without a referee, rules, and a proper team. So why gamble your future with people who don’t play by the same standards?

Learn from the Past, Protect Your Future

The professionals in the papers lost millions because they didn’t have the right people around them. They trusted the wrong advice. You don’t have to make the same mistake.

At Pillar One, we specialise in working with players like you, high performance individuals at the peak of their careers who want to enjoy the rewards now, but also set themselves up for life after sport.

What We Do For You

·         Keep your money safe with smart, regulated planning.

·         Grow your wealth in ways that actually last.

·         Plan beyond your sport, whether that’s business, property, or making sure your family’s protected.

The Bottom Line

You’ve worked too hard to let your money slip away in the wrong hands. The headlines prove it: without proper planning, fortunes can vanish. With the right team behind you, your money works just as hard as you do on the pitch.

Pillar One. Regulated. Trusted. Built for sports professionals.