FundsNetwork’s announcement it is to introduce a new pricing option offering free purchasing and switching for higher value clients illustrates the deceptively uneven playing field that exists within the platform market, warns Harry Kerr of Avalon Investments.  Read more...

Lessons from the Child Support Agency should be front of mind when considering changes to pensions policy so that the benefits are not outweighed by the costs, says Hornbuckle Mitchell.  Read more...

StructuredProductReview.com, the dedicated research and education website created by IFAs for IFAs, has linked with Future Value Consultants (FVC) to offer professional registered users of the service access to the latter’s structured product reports.  Read more...

Discretionary fund management company Minerva Fund Managers is opening its doors to IFA firms wanting to offer their clients access to a discretionary managed model portfolio service.  Read more...

“Millions of retirees who can’t afford advice are those in most need”
Depressed annuity rates and increased life expectancy are flashing red indicators that the hundreds of thousands reaching retirement this year need to consider when choosing the annuity they are going to buy to provide their retirement income.  Read more...

Buying a second hand caravan can present excellent value but inevitably causes worries about hidden horrors. Even careful checks by an expert can’t reveal some flaws or weak points.  Read more...