From IT to IFA: Is this man mad? Part 3

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Peter Lawrence spent 30 years in IT but last year launched his own IFA. At a time of an apparent exodus of advisers this man is going against the grain. This month: Setting up

It has been a busy month. Having completed the re-authorisation process under the Prime Time Financial/Keystone banner, it was good to be freed up to speak to clients again. There has been much to do to set up my processes and documentation, including templates for client agreement, engagement letters, advice reports, and so on, as well as finalising my charging structure. On top of that, the usual paraphernalia of a new business including bank account, finance records, stationery, have all been required. I had thought things would be quiet for the first few months, so I booked mys...

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