Adviser research & reports

Adviser Charging: putting a price on financial advice

As part of the upcoming Retail Distribution Review (‘RDR’) many investment advisers in the UK face a major change in how they operate. Our latest report offers firms a practical guide on making the successful transition from commission-based charging to fees.

Investment trusts: the case for consideration

An intermediary’s guide to investment trusts, their unique benefits and their role in client portfolios.

The Retail Distribution Review: The challenge and the opportunity for wealth managers

Our latest report is an essential resource for wealth managers wishing to explore the impact and opportunities in a post-RDR world.

Professional Connections: creating opportunities between IFAs and other advisory professionals

With research from over 200 solicitors and accountants as well as practical advice and case studies, our latest report has been developed as a resource for IFAs looking to explore the potential of establishing and building professional.

Reaping Rewards: assessing, optimising and releasing the value of a financial advisory business

Ultimately, profitable, well structured businesses are valuable businesses. The attributes that buyers put a premium on are the things that will have enabled a business to perform well in the first place. This report looks at the drivers of value and how a business can maximum them, whether it may be over the short, medium or longer term to the benefit of everyone involved in that business.

Outsmart the recession – Tips to help recession-proof an advisory business

At a time when advisory firms are already contending with a raft of headwinds – including new capital adequacy requirements, proposed regulatory fee increases and the Retail Distribution Review – an economic downturn is especially bad news. In this guide, therefore, we’ve gathered together a range of suggestions to help advisory firms weather the recession. From getting free financial support to cutting costs to packaging topical advice, these ideas are intended to support advisers over both the short and longer term.

The Wealth Management Report : Meeting the expectations of UK high net worth clients

The current economic downturn will have a profound effect on the wealthy - more so than in previous recessions. In this report we look at the short term consequences of the global slowdown for high-net worth clients and overlay this with the longer term business trends effecting the market-place. Our report also taps into servicing the future wealthy and positioning your business to meet the expectations of your clients now.

Putting TCF at the heart of the advisory process:
10 considerations for investment advisory firms in Treating Customers Fairly

By December 2008 all firms will have to be able to demonstrate to the FSA that they are treating their customers fairly. Read our latest report which examines the 6 key TCF outcomes and gives you 10 helpful considerations on how you might meet them.

Changing Fortunes: Setting guidelines for financial well-being in the UK

There are national awareness campaigns for quitting smoking, drink-driving and good diet but absolutely nothing on financial planning. This report was issued in April 2008 and identifies the key mistakes we're making with our finances and offers some bold solutions.

The JPMorgan Debt Obesity Scale ^TM is a tool which will help you calculate your clients 'financial well-being'.

Surviving the storm: Opportunities for investment advisory firms in a changing market

This in-depth study was issued in August 2007 in response to the initial RDR paper it examined how the onslaught of changes are affecting and will continue to effect the UK advisory sector.

Market volatility kit

Access educational aids to use with your clients in periods of market uncertainty.

Convertible bonds

Find out how convertible bonds can benefit your clients in volatile market conditions.