Having a financial planning-only side hustle could indeed offer a lifeline for the succession of independent financial firms, especially in the context of the challenges highlighted by Warren Ingram from Galileo Capital. Let’s explore the potential benefits: Diversification of Revenue Streams: A side hustle in financial planning, distinct from the core advisory services of a … Continue reading Could having a financial planning side hussle help with the succession of independent financial advice firms?
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Navigating the Two Hats Dilemma: Managing Conflicts of Interest in Financial Planning
As financial professionals, maintaining client trust is paramount. However, conflicts of interest can arise when individuals or firms juggle both regulated and unregulated activities, often referred to as "wearing two hats." This scenario is particularly relevant for financial planners who simultaneously operate as regulated financial advisers. The Two Hats Scenario In the world of financial … Continue reading Navigating the Two Hats Dilemma: Managing Conflicts of Interest in Financial Planning
Bridging the Financial Advice Gap: A Holistic Approach Beyond Traditional Savings
"Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid." - Albert Einstein. In a world where financial advice is often synonymous with asset accumulation, a glaring disparity remains starkly evident: the financial advice gap. This chasm … Continue reading Bridging the Financial Advice Gap: A Holistic Approach Beyond Traditional Savings
Reassessing Consumer Financial Guidance Amidst a Cost of Living Crisis
In recent surveys, notably by Handelsbanken Wealth and Asset Management, it has emerged that a significant portion of the UK adult population harbours deep concerns about their financial future. The data indicates that 46% of UK adults fear a declining standard of living over the next 12 months, with this apprehension most acute among those … Continue reading Reassessing Consumer Financial Guidance Amidst a Cost of Living Crisis
Empowering Retirement: The Essential Shift from Financial Advice to Financial Planning
In recent years, the narrative surrounding retirement planning has been heavily shaped by the insurance industry, with a strong emphasis on the need for long-term savings, investments, and insurance products. Market research often projects this perspective, aiming to guide consumer behaviour towards more traditional financial advice. However, a disconnect persists between what retirees truly seek … Continue reading Empowering Retirement: The Essential Shift from Financial Advice to Financial Planning
Financial Planning Coaching in South Africa: Empowering Consumers Towards Financial Well-being
In South Africa, where financial literacy is crucial for securing economic stability, Financial Planning Coaches are playing an increasingly vital role. Unlike traditional financial planners, these professionals focus on broad financial education and strategic guidance without the need for a FINRA Series 65 license. This article delves into the role of Financial Planning Coaches, the … Continue reading Financial Planning Coaching in South Africa: Empowering Consumers Towards Financial Well-being
Happy Financial Advisers: Optimal Asset Strategies for Retiring From Regulated
Let me show you the tools of Holistic Financial Planning and apply them to a Financial Intermediary as a client. The Master Framework is called the GAME Plan; Goals and Actions Means Execution. There are planning frameworks within the framework. For simplicity, we joined the conversation at M for Means. Here, we have the adviser's … Continue reading Happy Financial Advisers: Optimal Asset Strategies for Retiring From Regulated
Redefining Retirement: Embracing a Holistic Approach to Financial Resilience
Shifting the Focus: From Enriching Bankers to Fostering Sustainable Livelihoods for All In recent discussions within the financial sector, see FT Adviser 'Retirement needs to be considered in the wider picture of financial resilience', a prevalent narrative pushed by many bankers and supported implicitly by governmental actions is the utilisation of pension funds to bolster … Continue reading Redefining Retirement: Embracing a Holistic Approach to Financial Resilience
Bridging the Real Retirement Gap: A Blueprint for Sustainable Livelihoods
In the UK, an alarming trend is emerging among those nearing retirement. Nearly 1.2 million adults aged 60 to 65 are entrenched in poverty, marking the highest poverty rate for any adult age group. This demographic is caught in a precarious 'cash flow valley'—a period too young for state pensions but often too old to … Continue reading Bridging the Real Retirement Gap: A Blueprint for Sustainable Livelihoods
Bridging the Gap: The Validity and Regulation of Non-FCA Authorised Financial Planners
Introducing a Dedicated Rule Book to Uphold Standards and Foster Client Confidence In the rapidly evolving landscape of financial services, the distinction between traditional financial advisers and financial planners, particularly those offering educational services without FCA authorisation, has sparked debate within the industry. Many financial advisers remain sceptical about the efficacy and regulatory oversight of … Continue reading Bridging the Gap: The Validity and Regulation of Non-FCA Authorised Financial Planners
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