Exclusives
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Measuring the hidden costs of annual reviews in advice firms
Following his first article on the hidden constraints of annual reviews, Brian McLaughlin, Founder of Pillar Client Services Ltd, takes a closer look…
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Good ‘bedside manner’ is still underrated in financial planning | Clifton’s Markwick
What turns a good financial planner into a great one? With the busy tax year-end period in full swing plus stockmarket volatility…
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Insight: Alltrust’s James Floyd highlights why personal savings must shoulder more of retirement burden
As pressure mounts on the sustainability of the State Pension, advisers must help clients confront a growing adequacy gap. In the following…
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An adviser’s toolkit for tax year-end planning with VCTs, EIS and SEIS
As the tax year draws to a close, tax-efficient investments once again move sharply into focus for advisers supporting high-earning and sophisticated…
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Cutting through the complexity of protection products | The Exeter
In an increasingly complex protection market, advisers are being asked to navigate a growing range of product features while still delivering clear,…
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VCTs: What to look out for in 2026
VCTs are set to remain a firm fixture in financial planning, even with the changes to the tax treatment from April, which…
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IHT planning across generations: why protection should be part of the conversation
As inheritance tax increasingly affects a broader range of families, ensuring wealth passes efficiently between generations has become a central focus for…
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Protection’s evolving role in estate planning and intergenerational wealth transfer
As inheritance tax becomes an increasingly pressing issue for a broader range of clients, protection is moving firmly into the spotlight as…
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Rethinking annual reviews: the hidden constraint in UK advice firms
Brian McLaughlin, Co-Founder of Pillar Client Services, examines how annual reviews, long considered a cornerstone of client relationships, have become an overlooked…
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Managing high-cost claims: how stop loss is protecting employer healthcare schemes
Medical inflation continues to outpace general CPI, placing increasing pressure on employer-funded healthcare schemes. While some forecasts suggest a moderation in 2026,…
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