Updated | Dates for workshops on funeral insurance regulations
Roleplayers in the funeral industry can book for an online workshop hosted by the FSCA and the Prudential Authority.
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FSCA urges financial institutions to verify CPD providers
The Authority says an entity called LearnOn was found to have issued invalid certificates linked to the Financial Planning Institute.
What is my advisory firm or client book worth?
Selling a client book based solely on past revenue snapshots can leave both buyer and seller exposed. Advisers should factor in growth potential, profit margins, and transferability strategies to arrive at a fairer price.
FSCA’s contingency plan: navigating COFI delays and licensing overhaul
The FSCA is preparing for the massive task of migrating about 12 500 financial services providers into the new COFI framework.
Common pitfalls in succession planning for small FSPs
The assumption that heirs will smoothly take over a small FSP is often unrealistic. KI requirements, leadership gaps, and legal delays can threaten business continuity.
Key compliance issues for FSPs in 2025/26
Mark Bechard talks to Billy Seyffert, Moonstone Compliance’s chief operating officer, about regulatory developments shaping the compliance landscape. Billy provides his views on the OMNI-Risk Return – why it’s better than the OMNI-CBR […]
FAIS Ombud clarifies remarks about consumers’ trust in their advisers
Trust is an essential element in the relationship between advisers and consumers, who have a responsibility to verify aspects of their adviser’s credentials and standing, says the Financial Planning Institute.
Consumers should inform themselves before they transact, says FAIS Ombud
The Office has sorted out the ‘embarrassing’ backlog of cases John Simpson inherited and has set timeframes for resolving complaints.
Changes to aspects of FAIS Ombud’s approach to handling complaints
The new Rules also incorporate the proposal to raise the Ombud’s jurisdictional limit from R800 000 to R3.5 million.
FSCA asks BHI Trust investors to come forward with information on FSPs
Numerous individuals have been subpoenaed to appear before the Master of the High Court, to be questioned about the affairs of the sequestrated trust.
