Articles tagged "IFAs"

Only 3% of IFAs advertise themselves as fee-based

Last updated: Sep 9th, 2011
News by Nathalie Bonney
Finding a fee-based IFA is much harder than finding one who charges commission, a new report from VouchedFor.co.uk reveals.

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FSA stays firm on deadline to ban adviser commission

Last updated: Jul 18th, 2011
News
The Financial Services Authority says it is committed to implementing the retail distribution review in January 2013, despite a Treasury report recommending it be delayed by 12 months.

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IFA comparison website launched

Last updated: Jun 20th, 2011
News
A comparison website similar to Tripadvisor has been launched to help consumers find the best independent financial advisers.

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Five steps to finding a good financial adviser

Last updated: Oct 19th, 2010
Feature by Rob Griffin
We can be a little sceptical when dealing with IFAs, but finding a good one can be a godsend to your finances. Here Robert Griffin shows you how.

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How to find a financial adviser

Last updated: May 11th, 2011
TV

The internet is flooded with financial advise, but finding sound independent advice on your money is more difficult. Moneywise TV shows you what to consider when choosing a financial adviser.

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Know when to get advice

Last updated: Jun 25th, 2010
Feature
Calling in the professionals can get a job done faster, more effectively and with a lot less hassle, but it’s also cheaper to do it yourself.

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Watch out for pension-switching pitfalls

Last updated: Apr 20th, 2010
News
The FSA has criticised firms for giving unsuitable pension switching advice. Emma Lunn reports and finds out what you need consider about if you’re thinking about transferring a pension.

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The end of commission-bias?

Last updated: Mar 29th, 2010
News
The Financial Services Authority has confirmed its pledge to ban commission on investment products by the end of 2012.

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Live investment webchat today

Last updated: Jun 9th, 2010
News
Do you have general investment questions in the run up to the Budget on 22 June? Ask our investment experts your questions now and join our live webchat today at 1pm for the answers.

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What to do if your fund shuts up shop

Last updated: Aug 24th, 2011
Feature by Heather Connon
With up to 40% of the 2,300 funds based in the UK failing to make money for their promoters, more and more private investors will be faced with closures and mergers. Heather Connon explains what they should watch out for.

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