Association of Independent Financial Advisers (AIFA)

Description

Association of Independent Financial Advisers the voice of the IFA profession. We are here to represent the interests of our membership to the regulator and those policy makers who have an impact on the IFA market place and the business operation of IFAs.

There is a clear need for IFAs to speak with one strong voice. Our role is to bring about this united front.

We influence the opinions of decision makers to direct policy towards proportionate and appropriate regulatory structure, and are sought out to provide our knowledge and expertise to better understand and define practical policy.

We are funded by our members and industry supporters, and are a not-for-profit organisation.

Member benefits

We represent the interests of over 80% of the IFA community.

Members area:
View research results, fact sheets on good practice, and updates on industry thinking.
Technical helpline:

Access support of policy experts where you can discuss you regulatory problems, compliance issues or simply air your views.

Working parties:
Get involved with our Working Parties, such as the FSA Fees Strategy Group and contribute to research to shape our policy agenda.
Pubications:

Impartial reviews of the biggest issues affecting you.
Monthly Connect and weekly newsflashes: updating you with developments as they happen.

Regional events:
Invites to annual events where you can learn from expert industry speakers and network with other professionals.
FFWD:

Online business transition academy, helping firms plan the journey required of them by the RDR.

The system helps business leaders to create more profitable and sustainable businesses in the future.
www.aifaffwd.net

Advisers lists:
We offer members who specialise in equity release and contracting out a free listing on our consumer facing adviser lists.
www.adviserlists.co.uk/contracting
www.adviserlists.co.uk/equity