Richard Bertin: Is it time to give up the independent 'badge of honour'?
What's in a name?
Richard Bertin: "It is no wonder the consumer is confused. It is simply much easier for them to see everyone as a financial adviser."
Does it really matter if you are a restricted or independent adviser? Richard Bertin asks and gives his take on this contentious issue...
I was an independent financial adviser, IFA, for a number of years and was proud to hold "independence" as a badge of honour. When our firm was acquired by a global family office, my allegiance switched....
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