Like a good research and analysis tool? Ever wondered what other people are using? Well, now is your chance to find out as our panel share what tools we like and those we don’t like.
Learning Objectives
In this session we covered…
Tools, websites and resources for:
- Fund research
- Wrapper and product research
- Financial planning
- Technical research
If you’ve just started trying to get your head around CRPs, or are some way along the journey of implementing one, then this is for you.
Learning Objectives
In this session we covered…
- Recap on CRP v CIP and how they are used
- What are the important trends and developments in CRPs from NextWealth’s report and what do they mean for paraplanners?
- What impact has COVID had on adoption and use of CRPs?
- Cash buffers/bucket/layering and the alternative options
- Sequencing risk – what was it like to experience real volatility?
- Withdrawal strategies
- Tools and software that paraplanners and advisers are using
- Client segmentation and regulatory update (hello PROD)
- Legacy and later life planning as part of a CRP
- Practical experience and tips
Curious about stochastic modelling? We’ll tackle the questions evryone should ask about stochastic modelling.
Learning Objectives
In this session we cover…
- Deterministic and stochastic forecasting and their differences
- What are the underlying assumptions?
- Historic data versus future expectations
- Framing, anchoring and managing client expectations
- How does this fit into the financial planning process
- Do we need it?
If you’re starting out in paraplanning, this is for you. Our experts share their experiences and knowledge to help you work out your next step.
Learning objectives
In this session we covered…
- What’s the hiring market like right now?
- The trends
- The drivers
- What employers are looking for – the importance of both the right skills and right behaviours
- The challenges aspiring paraplanners face
- How you can increase your experience and set yourself up for success
- What’s the best way to approach a potential employer
- What to expect from the job
- What salary to expect
- The support available
Understand the importance of behavioural science within paraplanning.
Learning Objectives
In this session we covered…
- Influencing advisers
- Applying behavioural principles in client communication
- The EAST framework
- Why picturing their future self tells you more about a client than their income
- Building trust
- The power of ‘pre-suasion’
- Self behaviour tips for dealing with stress
Exploring tax efficient retirement income strategies and keeping CGT in order.
Learning Objectives
In this session we covered…
- What tax matters to consider for pensions
- Which tax wrappers, in what order?
- Keeping CGT in order
- What the DFM has that got to do with CGT?
- Making sense of the numbers with CGT (calculations)
Looking at how you build and manage your SRI/ESG strategy
Learning objectives
In this session we covered…
- How to comply with MiFID 2 and FCA requirements
- Tips on discussing this with clients
- Researching this area
- The compromises clients might have to make
- A paraplanner’s experience of building a firm’s process and strategy.
Active. Passive. Multi-Asset. Evidenced Based. Advisory. Discretionary. There’s plenty of jargon there but what do they all mean? How do they work? Is it possible to work out which one is best?
Learning Objectives
In this session we covered…
- The jargon and what it means
- How do the different investing approaches work
- How do you determine the right approach
Paraplanner productivity hacks and ideas for process improvements.
Learning objectives
In this session we covered…
- Managing your time and your inbox (not just hitting delete)
- To do lists and prioritisation
- The art of delegation
- Tracking time – tools and tips
- How to focus – setting yourself up for success
- Procrastination: How not to!
Explore the basics of ethical investing.
Learning objectives
In this session we covered…
- Understanding the terminology – ethical, ESG, SRI, sustainable etc.
- Navigating the range of products and styles of ESG investing
- The change in attitudes to ESG among companies and investors
- Greenwashing! How can investors combat this?
- How ethical considerations vary for different asset classes and regions
- Pros and cons of the increasing amount of data and ESG ratings available
- Active versus passive in ESG investing, what are the advantages or disadvantages?
- Negative screening
- MIFid II – Discussions with your clients