This examination assesses a knowledge and understanding of the Government’s simplified pension taxation regime which came into full effect on 6 April 2006 (A-Day). Eight tax regimes for pensions were reduced to one, radically affecting planning and transactions.
Having achieved the APFS designation, advisers can go onto to achieve this recognisable benchmark of quality and ethical practice for financial services professionals, elevating financial planning and advice in the public eye to the same standing as other Chartered professions. The holder must demonstrate a combination of experience, financial qualifications, ongoing educational activity (continuous professional development) and ethical behaviour.
This qualification assesses a knowledge and understanding of the UK regulation environment in the financial services industry, lifetime mortgage products, repayment options and the giving of mortgage advice.
This qualification assesses a knowledge and understanding of the UK regulation environment in the financial services industry, mortgage products, repayment options and the giving of mortgage advice.
To achieve DipPFS individuals must achieve 140 credits. At least 80 credits must be at Diploma or AFPC level.
Associate members are those who have gone on to secure more advanced qualifications by completing the Advanced Diploma in Insurance or its predecessor the Associateship. This shows a commitment to continuous professional development.
This examination assessed knowledge and understanding of income generating options and applying the knowledge to retirement planning situations.
This examination assessed knowledge and understanding of the range of investments available for planning of pensions and to be able to apply the construction of a pension portfolio management for a client.
This examination assesses a knowledge and understanding of the legislative and regulatory position of home reversion plans and their place in the advice process.
This qualification assesses a knowledge and understanding of the UK regulation environment in the financial services industry, long term care insurance products and the giving of long term care insurance advice.
Bryan J Hollingsworth ACII DipPFS CeMAP is a Chartered Financial Planner and has been actively involved in both Insurance and Financial Services for many years.
Impartial and professional advice is available to both personal and business clients, either to provide a specific solution to a particular need or a detailed structure and strategy to more comprehensive financial planning.
For business clients our professional services can be provided to the business owners and/or their employees, including Workplace Pensions and Auto Enrolment advice.
Reviewing existing pension arrangements and investments to meet a client's current and future needs, maximizing where appropriate tax shelters and tax reliefs, while ensuring the overall portfolio is within the client's' ability to accept the degree of investment risk involved.
Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.
Bryan J Hollingsworth is an Appointed Representative of Julian Harris Financial Consultants, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Bryan J Hollingsworth FCA Nos 152663 & BJH00021 and Julian Harris Financial Consultants FCA No 153566
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