It can be a challenge for firms to keep abreast of all the changes and be aware of how they could potentially affect the advice provided to clients.
With the raft of changes brought about by Pension Freedoms, IHT main residence nil rate band, Lifetime ISAs, Help to Buy ISAs, Personal Savings allowance and the Mortgage Credit Directive, it is essential firms ensure that the recommendations made reflect the latest position.
These changes taken together with the regulatory risk involved in business such as pension transfers, trust related advice, EIS/BPR recommendations and product switching mean it is vital to identify any issues before it is too late.
Management Information
Pre-approval of advice can also provide crucial information to managers and identify training and supervision needs for their advisers. In addition, pre-approval of advice could provide early indications of potential compliance breaches enabling action to be taken to minimise their possible impact. This service is available for just one file in isolation or if you are extending your services into other areas such as advising on mortgages and or equity release you may opt to have a few files checked.
How we can help
ComplyMe have extensive experience in pre-approving advice, giving you the comfort that your files are being reviewed by suitably qualified individuals. As part of this service we will provide a report with our feedback including guidance and recommendations where appropriate.
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Compliant Investment Process
ComplyMe can sense check your current investment proposition and provide you with a report summarising how it works and meets your clients' needs as well as recommending any changes that might be needed.
Due Diligence
Due Diligence is about going beyond just comparing charges or referring to industry awards. It is about a more in depth assessment of providers looking at areas such as financial strength and viability, service and support as well as areas like Risk Management, Data Protection and Disaster Management.
Complaints Handling
We can handle the complaints process from the outset and where appropriate undertake the necessary redress calculations.
Compliance Health Check
The Compliance function is becoming ever more complex and more firms are under scrutiny and intervention from the regulator.
ComplyMe can undertake a compliance health check and help you protect your business.
