Defaqto

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Almost 20% of people do not believe pensions are a safe investment although more than half say they are 'vital' for retirement, research by Defaqto suggests.

One third of IFAs are already prepared for RDR compared to just a fifth last year, according to the latest Defaqto research.

With the protection sector dominated by giants of the insurance world, Owain Thomas spoke to Cirencester friendly's Paul Hudson to hear a smaller provider's view

Independent financial research company Defaqto has published an Income Protection review aiming to help advisers deliver customer-centred advice on income protection.

Scottish Widows, Irish Nationwide and Investec Bank have the best interest rates on their SIPP cash accounts but shopping around is essential, according to Defaqto.

Self invested personal pensions (SIPPs) have been recommended by 82% of generalist advisers, research from Defaqto shows.

The majority of IFAs would like their platform to be independently run, a new study has found.

Most IFAs are using multiple platforms - but only a small minority think using just one provider jeopardises their independence, suggests recent research.

Almost 40% of IFAs expect an increase in SIPP business over the next year, and there is growing interest in schemes linked to platforms and discretionary managers, according to a report from Defaqto.