Consumer guide to adviser qualifications launched

The guide covers everything consumers need to know about the different types of adviser, giving definitions of IFAs, tied advisers and multi-tied advisers. It also lists all qualifications currently on offer by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII), the Institute of Financial Planning (IFP) and the Institute of Financial Services. Mike Goldsmith, director at wizardlearning.com, says many consumers find it difficult to rate financial planning qualifications with other academic qualifications and says the guide addresses this issue. "By contrasting adviser qualifications with other...