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.
An FSP failed to ensure that a client was made aware of the implications of modifying his policy, resulting in an insurance claim denial.
The FSCA is preparing for the massive task of migrating about 12 500 financial services providers into the new COFI framework.
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.
The surge in fraud underscores the urgent need for stringent compliance measures to protect clients and maintain trust amid rising threats.
The Authority gives crypto asset service providers a seven-month reprieve.
Following widespread challenges with its e-portal, the FSCA has re-opened submissions for its Directive to Provide Information.
The increase is below the 6% CPI-related increase permitted by the Levies Act.
FSPs have a statutory obligation to combat exam fraud by verifying certificates directly with Moonstone or the FSCA.
The Authority suspended 1 061 FSP licences in 2023/24, primarily for non-compliance with statutory returns.
Alexforbes is enhancing its relationships with independent advisers through targeted partnerships and a focus on building trust and value.
Emily Broodryk, Rion Malan, and Francois Mostert share why they found it rewarding to study for the Higher Certificate in Wealth Management at MBSE.
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.
FAIS Notice 25 of 2023 exempts crypto asset FSPs and KIs from the regulatory examination requirements for 18 months.
The Office has sorted out the ‘embarrassing’ backlog of cases John Simpson inherited and has set timeframes for resolving complaints.
The DPI applies to all FSPs excluding FSPs that are exclusively authorised to render financial services in respect of non-life insurance and/or health service benefits.
Insurance brokers are much more than ‘a mere conduit or post-box’, as per the General Code of Conduct, their duties and responsibilities extend far beyond that, the FAIS Ombud says.
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