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To separate or to integrate – that is the question

With wealthy investors increasingly looking to switch adviser, Mark Evans looks at how different approaches could provide a better fit

Georgina Vallance-Webb

THE COHABITATION COCKTAIL: DON’T GET YOUR FINANCIAL FINGERS BURNED

With myriad possible ways in which people can divide their finances when cohabiting, having clear, concise legislation would be hugely beneficial. Unfortunately, the law is far from transparent, admits Georgina Vallance-Webb

There are often more questions than answers

Judging which product will best fit a client’s requirements is no easy task when selecting an ETF, and managers should ensure they look at factors other than cost to make the right choice, says Nick Shellard

The end of the road for the transactional adviser

As the credit crunch and market turmoil continue to have a massive impact on the pockets of savers, financial advisers are really starting to feel the squeeze, with several channels of their usual income drying up and overheads increasing

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Poll

Relationships with discretionary fund managers (DFMs) will become more important with IFAs as we move towards RDR.

  • Absolutely. Can't do it myself, so why not get a specialist to manage my investment process?
  • Yes, I intend to use DFMs when they are suitable for specific clients, but not across the board.
  • Not sure. I have mixed feelings about outsourcing the investment.
  • No, I've had bad experiences in the past and I'm not sure I would trust a DFM with my clients.
  • Over my dead body. You couldn't pay me to use a DFM.
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