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Lasting Power of Attorneys in a time of Covid-19
Scarlett Musson of APS Legal & Associates writes about why the importance of Lasting Power of Attorneys should never be underestimated, especially during times like these.
80% of advisers want a mix of face-to-face and virtual events in the future
We're delighted to be able to offer a hybrid events programme for the rest of 2020, delivering what over 80% of our membership told us they wanted. Our virtual event programme is already in full swing and we hope to be back on the road with Investment Forums from September.
Listen to the lessons of the past
After the Covid-19 crisis has passed there is going to be a huge rise in demand for financial advice, but are advisers going to be able to cope? They will, says SimplyBiz Group Chairman Ken Davy, if they are ready to learn the lessons from almost 50 years ago.
Adviser technology Q&A
On 11 June, our Joint CEO, Neil Stevens, joined Intelliflo’s Nick Eatock and FT Adviser’s Rachel Mortimer to discuss developing adviser tech. The event covered outsourcing, encryption, the regulator's approach to virtual meetings and much more.
Crisis can also present opportunity
"The changes to ways of doing business are greater and more profound than any change in my lifetime". Read Ken's thoughts on the opportunities that can be brought by a crisis.
Digital support for an adapting market
"A lot of the things we are doing today have been expedited by the current situation, but the foundations were already in place." Group Marketing Director, Richard Ardron, explores how advisers are adapting to the current climate.
SimplyBiz Group sees interest in will-writing support rocket
The SimplyBiz Group has reported a sharp increase in adviser adoption of its support around will-writing and estate planning services over the past two months.
Is there a way for a will in lockdown?
Ken Davy's latest column looks at the challenges facing those making - or changing - a will whilst in lockdown.
Guidance provided around the Senior Managers & Certification Regime during COVID19
A look at the regulator’s guidance in this rapidly developing area.
Exploring pension scheme contributions for furloughed staff
Our Head of Pensions Technical, Keeley Paddon Dip PFS, summarises the key points around pension scheme contributions for furloughed staff, and sets out responses to a few of the most frequently asked questions from advisers