Ahmed Bawa: The changes advisers are asking for in 2026

Functionality, not workarounds

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Network boss Ahmed Bawa asked his advisers what changes they hope to see across the profession in 2026. Here's what they said...

Even if they don't last beyond the end of January, it's useful to start a new year with some aims and ambitions. So I've been speaking with advisers from across the Rosemount Financial Solutions (IFA) network to get their thoughts on the changes they would like to see this year, which would make their jobs easier. Consistency over costs A common complaint among the advisers I speak to is the lack of consistency among platforms and providers in how certain aspects of a fund - usually the costs - are presented. Some will use the official ongoing charges figure from the key investor...

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