RDR

Is it time for intermediaries to look at whole of life cover as more than an Inheritance Tax planning tool and to take a multi-usage approach, asks Jennifer Gilchrist.

Exeter Family Friendly chief executive Andy Chapman remains committed to the virtue of simplicity.

Simple products, commission removal on protection and universal applications were on the agenda yesterday in a Cover Forum panel debate.

Firms offering restricted advice are spreading "propaganda" about the apparent difficulties of meeting the Financial Services Authority's (FSA's) new independence rules, according to consultant David Severn, a former head of investment business policy...

Life is often referred to as a game where people decide to either play it safe or take a chance. But, asks Kirsteen Grant, are they assessing their risk correctly?

Canada Life has announced its post-Retail Distribution Review (RDR) proposition and the charging options it will make available on its products.

John Ritchie envisages a changing tide for protection advisers as auto-enrolment comes into play.

PruHealth PMI sales through non-specialist IFAs have trebled in the last three years.

The answer to long-term care funding issues is ongoing with the Dilnot review central to industry debate. The FSA has published final guidance stating a qualification in long-term care will not be required of independent intermediaries post-RDR - what...

Concerns have been expressed about the way in which the Financial Services Authority (FSA) is communicating the Retail Distribution Review (RDR) to consumers.