RDR

F&C has seen a significant shift in the type of IFAs using its Lifestyle fund range as a result of changes brought by the RDR.

Fresh concerns over advisers' minimum qualifications surfaced this week after the trade body for IFAs launched its own exam option at a level above that proposed in the RDR.

Skandia has added its voice to the debate on platform payments by arguing a ban on rebates will result in a poorer outcome for consumers.

Paul Armson, CEO of Alternative Financial Advisers, explains why embracing the RDR can benefit both advisers and clients alike...

Peter Hicks, head of UK retail sales at Fidelity International, looks at what the most recent RDR paper means for consumers and platforms.

AIFA plans to launch its own case-study based alternative assessment which will qualify advisers to QCF Level 5, a level above the new minimum for UK advisers set by the RDR.

The UK's need for IFAs has never been so great, writes John Baxter, head of Macquarie's veracity asset. transformation service

Richard Howells, intermediary sales director at Zurich UK Life, says advising your clients on their protection needs could open up a wave of new opportunities

Last week we covered a 'story' about restricted advisers being told to wear red by the FSA to warn customers of their limited market reach. But why was this "entirely believable"?

There is one way to avoid struggling with the future - avoiding it. Matt Smith clarifies the options for those looking for business exit plans