SimplyBiz launches first Investment Forums of 2020
The first round of SimplyBiz Investment Forums, taking place in 21 locations across the UK, will begin in Cornwall on 4 February.
FCA opens 2020 with 'Dear CEO' letter
Ken Davy discusses the regulator’s latest communication and hopes that it will see more protection for both consumers and advisers.
SM&CR: Ensure your employees are Fit and Proper
Mark Greenwood of The SimplyBiz Group takes a look at the practicalities and application of the FCA’s Fit and Proper requirements
How can estate planning help tackle care fees?
Against the background of an ageing population - and an increasing awareness of the fact that more people are requiring care - the issue of residential care fees is often at the forefront of clients' minds.
Pension switching module added to SimplyBiz Group's Centra system
The new functionality allows advisers to compare multiple pension switching scenarios, including partial switches.
SimplyBiz Group announces new brand for surveying arm
The SimplyBiz Group has announced this morning that it has united its three surveying arms – Gateway, Landmark and Sonas – into a new brand; Gateway Surveyors.
Embracing technology in 2020 will lead to happier clients
Embracing technology such as Facetime next year will lead to happier clients and increased success for advisers, Ken Davy has predicted
Putting the fun into functions
Mark Greenwood looks at the mechanics of changing roles and Senior Manager functions under the new regime