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GBST Wealth Management's Robert DeDominicis says consumers' financial illiteracy is the biggest barrier to RDR success.

Mark Loosmore of AT8 Group looks at pension transfer offerings from Selectapension, including a specific QROPS analyis tool.

Zurich UK Life's Nigel Needs says an opportunity has arisen for IFAs to get in on the HNW protection market and explains how to do it.

Rachael Griffin, head of product law and financial planning at Skandia International, explains what you need to know to advise on QROPS.

Research consultant Gill Wales explains how to survey your clients' needs in the most effective way.

Juan Nevado & Tony Finding, co managers of the M&G Cautious Multi Asset fund, say investors should look beyond the headlines for buying opportunities.

Investors can expect substantial returns if market movements in the second half of the year resemble the first, says Philip Saunders, manager, Investec Global Strategic Managed fund.

Long-term global trends make agricultural commodities an interesting play, says Iain Stewart, portfolio manager, Newton Real Return and Newton Balanced funds.

After months of wrangling and consultation, June saw the IMA bow to pressure from its members and postpone its reclassification of the sectors pending further review. What are the likely solutions to the problem? Cherry Reynard reports.

Assessing a client's risk appetite is key in multi-asset investing. Maria Merricks reports on the compliance issues advisers need to be aware of.