Ian Bancroft is a Financial Advisor with Encore Financial Group in Cheboygan. Since 2007, he has worked with individuals and families to help them approach financial planning, insurance, and long-term decisions in a thoughtful and measured way. Ian takes a steady, client-centered approach, believing that sound planning should reduce uncertainty and support peace of mind.

Ian works with clients at many stages of life, helping them understand how different planning tools fit together as circumstances and priorities change. His work includes broader financial planning considerations, fixed insurance strategies, and guidance around Medicare options, supporting both short-term decisions and longer-range goals. He focuses on helping clients clarify what matters most, understand available options, and make informed choices that align with their values and situation.

Ian approaches each relationship with the belief that no two people are the same. Rather than relying on one-size-fits-all solutions, he emphasizes thoughtful conversations and careful planning tailored to each individual’s needs and comfort level.
Outside of work, Ian spends much of his time exploring Michigan’s forests with his wife and two children. He has a deep interest in conservation, old-growth forests, and the perspective found in nature. Whether foraging, woodworking, or walking among the pines, Ian values patience, attentiveness, and the long view.

Ian is securities registered in MI