Commission alterations

clock

Clerical Medical has adapted its commission paying structure to allow IFAs to continue drawing up fr...

Clerical Medical has adapted its commission paying structure to allow IFAs to continue drawing up front fees into the stakeholder era. Stakeholder's flat 1% charge has led to fears IFAs will face difficulties as they adjust to lower or less immediate remuneration. The company plans to offer initial commission to IFAs, claiming back the payout through scheme charges. IFAs will also have the option to claim a percentage of each premium paid or an amount based on the size of the fund. Martyn Nethercott, pension sales development manager at Clerical Medical, said he hopes this method will he...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on uncategorised

Building Society-owned Newcastle Financial Advisers acquires Openwork firm

First of a number of acquisitions

Hannah Godfrey
clock 09 December 2019 • 1 min read

Bond managers fear hedges being undermined as liquidity dries up

The recent sell off in the bond market and growing liquidity issues have forced bond investors to use similar hedging techniques, undermining their effectiveness and causing concerns about how much downside protection funds really have.

Anna Fedorova
clock 03 July 2013 •

Police launch investigation into mortgage middleman fined £1m

West Midlands Police have launched a fraud investigation into a Birmingham financier over his role in sale and rent back agreements.

clock 25 June 2013 •