FSA

It is refreshing - and rare - to hear a financial adviser so enthused by anything the FSA is planning...

Ann Dempster, managing director of Plum Software, looks at how advisers can attract new business in a changing environment...

Bob Bullivant, CEO of Annuity Direct, says the large 'Harry Houdini' providers are avoiding the open market option and IFAs are the only people qualified to advise on retirement planning...

The FSA is unlikely to budge on rules forcing financial advisers offering simplified advice to be subject to the same qualification requirements as independent practitioners.

Two insurance brokers have been banned for attempting to cover up a criminal record for fraud.

The FSA and HMRC must address widespread confusion over when VAT is applicable to advice-giving post-RDR, industry experts argue.

The FSA has banned a mortgage broker for "wide-ranging management and control problems" and breaching TCF rules.

Some of you will have followed the trials and tribulations of Park Row over the last month or two. Park Row Associates is being wound up, and will be closed for business by the time this article is published.

David Phillips provides valuable clarification regarding SIPP provider responsibilities

Pamela Reid highlights the importance of employing a thorough due diligence process when choosing investments