adviser firms

Buckles is launching a new streamlined remote advice service in a bid to take financial advice to the mass market.

Manx Financial Group has acquired Isle of Man-based IFA Edgewater Associates as the firm looks to diversify beyond the lending arena and develop its wealth business.

IFA consolidator Towergate Financial is launching a series of tools to help firms transition to an RDR-compliant business model.

Advisers could face using approved scripts when selling protection after criticism about poor intermediary product explanations by the FSA.

IFAs around the world have responded positively to the challenges of the financial crisis and welcome stricter regulations, according to the Association of International Life Offices (AILO).

Moneygate Group is considering launching a graduate programme as part of plans to grow its adviser headcount ten-fold over the next four years.

Close Asset Management has agreed a strategic tie-up with IFA consultancy Paradigm Partners.

Buckles has unveiled plans to hire 250 graduates as part of an ambitious expansion strategy built on establishing a series of regional hubs throughout the UK.

The disgruntled football fan who confronted David Beckham after England's uninspiring 0-0 draw against Algeria on Friday works as a mortgage adviser in south-east London.

IFA consolidator Perspective Financial Group has announced its 15th acquisition with the purchase of Essex-based Wingham Wyatt.