The Financial Services Register and The Directory
Want to know more about upcoming changes to the Register and the introduction of the public facing Directory?
Pension
FCA video guide to pension transfer advice for consumers
Although aimed at consumers, firms involved in transfer advice would do well to view the video.
FCA Policy Statement PS19/21 – Retirement Outcomes Review
While this paper is mostly of relevance to Pension Providers, there are some implications for advisers.
Reasons for recommending a transfer or switch that are open to challenge
CP19/25 highlighted some commonly used reasons to transfer/switch that often do not stand up to close scrutiny.
The CETV guarantee date is not a deadline
Transfer advice is complex and may not always be able to be delivered properly before the CETV guarantee expires.
BREXIT latest FCA position statement
Given recent changes in the UK's position on BREXIT, the FCA has updated its guidance.
FCA contingent charging consultation
The FCA is proposing a series of wide ranging changes in relation to pension transfer advice, including a ban on […]
PASA Guidance on DB Transfers
What timescales and standards should Scheme Administrators be working to when a member wishes to transfer benefits?
Transfer Value Comparator (TVC) – when is it required?
Understanding the requirements around the use of TVC.
Pension Transfer Specialist Status
Does a PTS need to be a CF30?