Perpetual has updated its internet service to allow customers to open Isas and get Pep and Isa valua...
Perpetual has updated its internet service to allow customers to open Isas and get Pep and Isa valuations online. Customers can use Switch or Delta cards for payment and the company is trying to get around technical and legal matters surrounding the requirement of an initial signature from clients for regular premium policies. Geoff Probert, Perpetual's information systems director, said he did not see the direct nature of the service competing with IFAs but said the company would have to support all channels demanded by consumers. IFAs can still claim commission if the customer is alr...
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