Navigating Consumer Duty: How Truly Independent Can Transform Your Financial Advisory Practice

The financial advice industry is facing a seismic shift due to the increasing regulatory pressures, particularly as the FCA’s Consumer Duty sets out greater expectations for firms to demonstrate that they are delivering good outcomes to their clients. Social media platforms and the press are flooded with adverts claiming that clients of well-known firms could…

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Welcome Barry Wiggett

We are thrilled to announce that Barry Wiggett has joined Truly Independent as our Senior File Reviewer. With an extensive background in the financial services industry, Barry brings a wealth of experience and expertise that will undoubtedly enhance our compliance operations. Barry’s career spans 35 years, during which he has developed a deep understanding of…

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Has consumer duty ruined your work life balance?

In the fast-paced world of financial advising, the introduction of stringent consumer duty regulations has turned many advisers’ work lives upside down. For those at firms like St. James’s Place (SJP), this pressure has become particularly intense. The surge in claims against these firms, often driven by so-called “ambulance chasers,” has compelled companies like SJP…

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Welcome Darren West

We are thrilled to announce that Darren West has joined Truly Independent, bringing with him a wealth of experience and expertise in the financial services industry. Based in Milnthorpe, Cumbria, Darren is a seasoned independent financial adviser with over 30 years of dedicated service. Meet Darren West Darren West’s extensive career spans over three decades,…

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Claim a FREE copy of our TIPS Magazine

We are excited to offer a special opportunity for you to receive a free printed copy of our July/August 2024 edition of TIPS magazine! These printed versions are perfect for sharing valuable financial insights with your clients and enhancing your advisory services. TIPS (July/August Issue) This issue covers key topics such as: Retirement matters Investing…

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Welcome Richard Bygrave

We are thrilled to announce the latest addition at Truly Independent – Richard Bygrave, a highly experienced financial adviser based in Norwich. Richard’s wealth of knowledge and dedication to providing top-notch financial advice aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver exceptional independent advice across the UK. Richard joins us with a rich background in financial…

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Grab a Free Website at Truly this Summer!

As the summer sun shines brighter, so do the opportunities for your financial advisory business. At Truly Independent, we’re excited to announce an exclusive summer offer that will take your business to new heights. This summer, every new adviser who joins Truly Independent will receive a free personalised business website. Normally priced at £500, and…

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Paul Greveson joins Truly Independent

We are thrilled to announce the newest addition to the Truly Independent team, Paul Greveson, who has joined us as our new Recruitment Manager. Paul brings a wealth of experience and a strong reputation within the finance sector, having successfully recruited for prominent companies such as SJP, Zurich, Personal Touch,  and Quilter. His expertise and…

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