Costs order against FSCA for ‘irregular and unlawful’ debarment

The Authority should have conducted its own investigation and not relied solely on information provided by the insurer, the Tribunal says.

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Digital financial advice – Stay connected

On more than one occasion we have pointed out the importance of staying connected with your client. But what are the digital marketing Do’s and Don’ts for financial advisers, especially in the time […]

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Digital financial advice – Stay connected

On more than one occasion we have pointed out the importance of staying connected with your client. But what are the digital marketing Do’s and Don’ts for financial advisers, especially in the time […]

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Adviser and Advice Differentiation

The December 2016 Retail Distribution Review update provides clarity on matters which appeared slightly confusing in earlier proposals. The Regulator did away with the “multi-tied” category of adviser – in future, you are […]

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Ombud Advice to Policyholders

The Short-term Ombud warned policyholders against taking premium holidays when there is too much month at the end of the money. During tough economic times, cash-strapped consumers are forced to prioritise their monthly […]

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Simplified Advice

It has long been my contention that, unlike the socks I buy at Woollies, there are few products which can satisfy clients’ needs with a “one-size-fits-all” approach, particularly in the financial services industry. […]

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What’s in a name?

The FSB recently distributed a document entitled “Call for contributions: intermediary services and related remuneration in the insurance sector”. Moonstone’s request for permission to provide input was granted, and we aim to provide […]

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