BRIGHTVIEW CAPITAL ADVISORS has been flagged by Financial Conduct Authority for "Unregistered/Unlicensed entity offering financial products or services". This company appears in our regulatory warnings database. Always verify with official regulatory sources before investing or doing business with this firm. Website domain: www.brightviewcapitaladv.com.
Do not be fooled by the professional-looking website. Behind the scenes, BRIGHTVIEW CAPITAL ADVISORS is disorganized and incompetent. I found them when my bank disappointed me and I searched for alternatives and I can only assume the positive reviews are either outdated or paid for because my experience was terrible.
Pros: Helpful community forum|Copy trading available|Full transparency|Market news feed
Cons: Limited ETF selection|Limited social trading features
The only good thing about BRIGHTVIEW CAPITAL ADVISORS is that they remind you why regulation matters. I found them based on a colleague's recommendation. They are regulated in a jurisdiction with weak consumer protection. When things went wrong I had nowhere to turn. Stick to well-regulated brokers.
Pros: Great customer service|Market news feed|Responsive team
Cons: Would like more payment methods|Some tools only available on higher tiers
Customer support at BRIGHTVIEW CAPITAL ADVISORS seems to be run by people who have never used the platform. Every time I call with an issue, I end up explaining how their own system works before they can help me. It would be funny if my money was not involved.
Pros: Risk management tools|Quick verification|Competitive fees|Dedicated account manager
Cons: Some tools only available on higher tiers
I closed a profitable position at BRIGHTVIEW CAPITAL ADVISORS and the profit was not credited for 5 days. Support said it was a settlement delay. When it finally arrived it was less than the amount shown on the platform. They could not explain the difference. I have moved my account.
Pros: Automated trading options|Segregated accounts|Regular platform improvements|Quick verification
Cons: Cannot customize dashboard fully|Website design could be more modern
KYC with BRIGHTVIEW CAPITAL ADVISORS is a nightmare. I submitted my ID and proof of address. They rejected it and asked for a utility bill. I sent it. They asked for a bank statement. Then they asked for a selfie with the ID. Then they said the selfie did not match. I gave up.
Pros: Portfolio tracking tools|Copy trading available|Educational resources|Fast support response
Cons: Wish they had more educational resources|None so far
BRIGHTVIEW CAPITAL ADVISORS advertises low fees but once you dig into the fine print, there are numerous charges that add up quickly. Inactivity fees, withdrawal fees, currency conversion fees - it all eats into your returns. I wish I had read the terms more carefully.
Pros: Good mobile app|Detailed reporting|Dedicated account manager
Cons: Onboarding videos are outdated
After for over three years with BRIGHTVIEW CAPITAL ADVISORS I requested to close my account and withdraw. They said I had to complete a 30-day cooling-off period. Then they said there was a minimum holding period for my last deposit. They make it as hard as possible to leave.
Pros: No hidden fees|Smooth onboarding|Segregated accounts
Cons: Currency conversion fee exists
Several red flags with BRIGHTVIEW CAPITAL ADVISORS: (1) They promise unrealistically high returns, (2) They're not registered with Financial Conduct Authority, (3) Their contact information is vague, (4) They pressure you to deposit quickly. I recommend everyone do thorough due diligence before investing with any company.
Pros: Website looks legitimate on the surface
Cons: Unauthorized firm|Found in IOSCO warnings database
BRIGHTVIEW CAPITAL ADVISORS seems more interested in acquiring new customers than taking care of existing ones. The marketing is aggressive but the product is mediocre. Once you are past the honeymoon period, the cracks in their service become very apparent.
Pros: Full transparency|Copy trading available
Cons: Charting tools need more indicators|Limited cryptocurrency options
I gave BRIGHTVIEW CAPITAL ADVISORS a fair chance. After for roughly four months of usage, I can say with confidence that there are far better options available. The interface is clunky, the fees are higher than competitors, and the customer support team seems overwhelmed or understaffed.
Pros: Helpful community forum|Stable platform|Wide product range
Cons: None so far|Some tools only available on higher tiers