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- The Telegraph23/10/2011
Invest in smaller companies for bigger returns
Andrew Wilson, Head of Investment at Towry comments on small cap funds. - The Guardian21/10/2011
I lost £21,000 in a Bulgarian property fund
Chris Cole, Senior Client Partner at Towry comments on FSA regulated schemes and the importance of having an overall financial plan. - The Telegraph11/10/2011
How to ride out the economic crisis
Martin Holden, Senior Client Partner at Towry comments on protecting against stock market volatility. - City AM27/09/2011
Don't leave it all to the taxman: seven easy ways to lower IHT bills
Bob Fraser, Senior Client Partner at Towry comments on inheritance tax and how to mitigate it. - thewealthnet27/09/2011
Towry has 'strong start' to 2011
Towry reports a 9 percent increase in revenue for the first half of 2011 and a 29 percent increase in discretionary assets under management to £4.5 billion, compared to £3.5 billion in H1 2010. - Financial News27/09/2011
Towry profits leap by almost half
Towry reports record results for H1 2011. - Scotland on Sunday25/09/2011
Wake up to threat of pension tax charge
Bryan Innes, Senior Client Partner at Towry comments on changes to the lifetime allowance. - Money Observer16/09/2011
How to invest in volatile times
Andrew Wilson, Head of Investments at Towry comments on investing in volatile times. - Money Marketing01/09/2011
Towry profits leap by almost half
Towry announces a 29 per cent increase in assets under administration, from £3.5bn to £4.5bn, for the first half of 2011. - Citywire30/08/2011
Towry grows assets 29% to £4.5bn
Towry reports an increase in assets under management by 29% to £4.5 billion in the first half of 2011. - WealthBriefing30/08/2011
Size doesn't mean impersonal, argues Towry - Interview
David Middleton, Head of Client Proposition and Matt Pitcher, Senior Client Partner at Towry explain Towry's business model and the potential impact of RDR on the UK wealth advice industry. - Portfolio Adviser30/08/2011
Income, profitability and assets all climb at Towry
Towry sees record income, profitability and discretionary assets under management for the first six months of this year. - fundweb30/08/2011
Towry increases assets 29% to £4.5 billion
Towry increases its assets under management to £4.5 billion in the first half of 2011, an increase of 29% from £3.5 billion in the first half of 2010. - WealthBriefing30/08/2011
No Time To Lose On Pensions And Tax Relief For Higher Earners - Towry Comments
Matt Pitcher, Senior Client Partner at Towry writes on pensions and options for those wanting to maximise income tax relief at their highest rate. - FT Adviser30/08/2011
Towry posts a record profit
Towry increases its assets under management to £4.5bn in the first half of 2011, an increase of 29 per cent from £3.5bn in the first half of 2010. - Money Marketing30/08/2011
Towry increases AUM 29% to £4.5bn
Towry increases its assets under management to £4.5bn in the first half of 2011, an increase of 29 per cent from £3.5bn in the first half of 2010. - WealthBriefing30/08/2011
Switching From Commissions To Fees Is No Easy Jump - Towry
David Middleton, Head of Client Proposition at Towry comments on Towry's fee-based business model. - WealthBriefing27/08/2011
Towry Reports 29 Per Cent Hike In AuM
Towry's assets under management grow by almost a third in the first half of 2011, to £4.5 billion ($7.3 billion) from £3.5 billion a year earlier. - Interactive Investor16/08/2011
Alternative hedges against market volatility
Andrew Wilson, Head of Investments at Towry comments on risk and portfolio construction. - Financial Times31/07/2011
Platforms "charge too much" for Newcits
Dr Robert Dawkins, Chief Investment Officer at Towry comments on Newcits funds. - The Telegraph12/07/2011
Join forces to save money
Chris Cole, Senior Client Partner at Towry comments on financial planning for couples and families. - Prince's Trust30/06/2011
Towry opens its doors to young people on the Team programme
Towry, the Wealth Advisers and Silver Patron of The Prince's Trust, gave young people the opportunity to experience part of their programme in the working environment. - Financial Times30/04/2011
Widespread effect of proposed new plan remains unclear
David Middleton, Head of Client Proposition at Towry comments on the potential impact of RDR on the UK wealth advice industry. - Financial Times30/04/2011
Towry raises mis-selling alarm
Towry reports record results for 2010 after its annual revenue rose 45 per cent and assets under management increased by 44 per cent. - BBC News31/03/2011
Money Matters: Experts' top financial tips
Howard Goodship, Senior Client Partner at Towry comments on interest rates for savings and investments. - STEP Journal15/02/2011
Insult to injury
Katie Wilson, Manager - Advice Policy at Towry writes on the financial advice and planning associated with personal injury awards. - City AM10/02/2011
Warning: new pension rules ahead
Andrew James, Manager - Advice Policy at Towry comments on pension changes coming into force April 6 2011. - Financial Times17/12/2010
Smart ways to escape the inflation trap
Andrew Wilson, Head of Investments at Towry comments on guarding assets against inflation. - Financial Times 17/12/2010
Top tips for private investors for 2011
Towry offers personal finance ideas for 2011. - The Telegraph03/12/2010
Play happy families to make a million
Chris Cole, Senior Client Partner at Towry comments on family investing. - The Guardian28/11/2010
Couples feel the strain as cuts bite
Chris Cole, Senior Client Partner at Towry comments on saving ideas for couples. - Moneywise02/11/2010
The best retirement for you
Matt Pitcher, Senior Client Partner at Towry discusses retirement planning options. - The Scotsman15/10/2010
After middle classes, now Treasury targets super-rich
John Richardson, Head of Advice Policy at Towry comments on the recent pension relief announcement. - FT Adviser12/10/2010
Towry clients shrug off double-dip fears
Two thirds of UK high net worth clients in the UK do not expect a double-dip recession in the next six months, according to Towry. - FT Adviser14/09/2010
Towry appoints new chief investment officer
Towry, the wealth advisers, has selected Dr Robert Dawkins to join them as chief investment oficer. - FT Adviser02/09/2010
Towry 'on course for record profits'
Towry reports record profits this year after its half year revenues rose 60 per cent and assets under management increased by 44 per cent. - The Press and Journal26/07/2010
Retirement planning now more important than before
Bryan Innes, senior client partner at Towry comments on the importance of retirement planning. - Financial Times 16/07/2010
Advisers warn on bond tax shelter
Chris Cole, senior client partner at Towry comments on the impact of the new 28 per cent rate of capital gains tax (CGT) following the emergency Budget announcement in June. - Investors Chronicle21/05/2010
Inflation station
Andrew Wilson, Head of Investments comments on inflation-proofing your investments. - Financial Times 14/05/2010
All eyes on the emergency budget
Towry comments on the potential tax implications of the forthcoming emergency budget. - The Telegraph13/05/2010
Coalition Government:market reaction and where to invest
Andrew Wilson, Head of Investments at Towry comments on the outlook for investors following the formation of the coalition government. - Moneywise14/04/2010
Stockbrokers versus fund managers
Matt Pitcher, Senior Client Partner at Towry Law explains the pros and cons of using a stockbroker over a fund manager. - FT Adviser06/04/2010
Towry Law reports profits of £17m
Towry Law reports pre-tax profits of £17m for 2009. - Financial Times 24/03/2010
Pain on the way for highest earners
John Richardson, Head of Advice Policy at Towry Law comments on implications for high earners following The Chancellors 2010 budget. - Press and Journal 22/03/2010
Making sure you're getting the best financial guidance
Bryan Innes, Senior Client Partner at Towry Law discusses how to get the right financial advice. - Times14/03/2010
Wealth Matters
David Middleton, Head of Strategic Marketing at Towry Law comments on setting up bare trusts. - Business Insider01/03/2010
Wealth management Q&A
Bryan Innes, Senior Client Partner at Towry Law is interviewed by Business Insider Magazine. - Evening Standard27/01/2010
Beauty of boutiques highlighted by the big banks' abuse of public trust
Anthony Hilton comments on Andrew Fisher's staunch advocacy for change of the Financial Services industry and the rationalisation that seems inevitable amongst financial services firms. - FT Adviser10/12/2009
Towry Law signals the end of the IFA brand
David Middleton, Head of Strategic Marketing for Towry Law, warns the IFA brand is bust and must face up to consolidation. - Evening Standard26/10/2009
To fee or not to fee
Anthony Hilton describes Towry Law’s acquisition of Edward Jones as "the triumph at last in financial services of fee-driven advice over commission." - The Times24/10/2009
Towry Law joins top five with Edward Jones merger
Towry Law has acquired Edward Jones in a transformative deal that is likely to prompt more mergers in the financial advisory sector. - Financial Times 23/10/2009
Towry Law moves to double clients
Towry Law has purchased the UK arm of Edward Jones, a US-based wealth adviser. - Daily Mail16/09/2009
The price of putting off retirement
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, comments on penalties on with-profits funds. - Investors Chronicle01/09/2009
Equity income funds in transition
Andrew Wilson, Head of Investments at Towry Law, comments on equity income funds. - Moneywise01/09/2009
If you learn one thing from the recession
Matt Pitcher, Senior Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, comments on the best strategy for your investments and pensions. - Financial Times 03/08/2009
New sector trackers offer alternative to stock-picking
Andrew Wilson, Head of Investments at Towry Law comments on Exchange Traded Funds. - Press and Journal 13/07/2009
Getting what you pay for: the myth of ‘free’ financial advice
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, writes an article on why the banning of commissions will explode the myth that financial advice is free. - Pensions Week08/07/2009
Should high earners continue to invest in pension?
John Richardson, Head of Technical Planning at Towry Law, writes on the impact on high earners of pension changes announced in the Budget. - Financial Times 29/06/2009
Andrew Fisher: Why commission had to be banned
Andrew Fisher, chief executive of Towry Law, writes on why commissions had to be banned and how this will benefit consumers. - Scotland on Sunday28/06/2009
Default pension funds must balance their investments
Bryan Innes, senior client partner at Towry Law, writes on why many default pension funds are not fit for purposes and why a multi-asset approach is better for both employers and scheme members. - Financial Times 25/06/2009
FSA to ban commission for advisers
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, argues that the industry regulator’s decision to ban commission payments to financial advisers marks a "great day for consumers". - Wealth Bulletin25/06/2009
FSA calls for an end to adviser commission deals
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, welcomes new rules that will ban commission payments to financial advisers. - The Times25/06/2009
FSA sounds death-knell for commission
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, argues that consumers should be delighted at the demise of commission-based financial advice. - The Observer21/06/2009
Do we really need a change to the way financial advisers operate?
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law argues that change is required. Chris Cummings, Director of the Association of Independent Financial Advisers argues that it is not. - Human Resources22/05/2009
RDR will separate the men from the boys
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, argues that the implementation of the Retail Distribution Review should not be delayed as financial advisers need to be properly qualified to give advice. - Human Resources12/05/2009
Ambiguity surrounding tax relief on high earners' pension contributions will paralyse corporate schemes
John Richardson, Head of Technical Planning at Towry Law, comments on the complexity of new pension rules for high earning directors and key employees. - FT Adviser01/05/2009
Towry Law officially appoints Paul Wright as FD
Towry Law appoints Paul Wright as Finance Director. Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive, welcomes Paul to the board of Towry Law. - Pensions Week09/04/2009
Protect and serve - Trustee liabilities
John Richardson, Head of Technical Planning at Towry Law, writes on the responsibilities and potential risks of being a pension scheme trustee. - FT Adviser06/04/2009
Towry Law supports end of commission on GPPs
Andy Cowan, Head of Private and Corporate Clients at Towry Law argues that the removal of initial commission payments on group pensions will lead to employers getting better advice. - Belfast Telegraph23/03/2009
How to get value for money with your employee pension scheme
Bob Fraser, Senior Wealth Adviser with Towry Law in Belfast provides guidance to employers on group personal pension schemes. - FT Adviser09/03/2009
Interview: Towry Law's Andrew Fisher
Interview with Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law. Andrew provides a background to Towry Law and discusses the firm's plans for the future. - Money Marketing04/02/2009
Towry Law approved to advise personal injury client in Northern Ireland
Towry Law has received approval from Northern Ireland's Office of Care and Protection to provide investment services to a personal injury client. - The Telegraph13/01/2009
Beware the bond sellers
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, argues that there are no reasons why investors should buy with-profit bonds. - The Scotsman06/01/2009
The Commonsense guide to smart investing
Greame Lind, Towry Law Wealth Adviser, examines how greed or fear can determine investment decisions. - The Wealth Bulletin09/12/2008
UK Wealth Manager predicts demise of adviser commission deals
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, argues that the Wealth Advice Industry is moving out of the dark ages now that the UK regulator has moved against kickbacks paid to Financial Advisers. - Corporate Adviser09/12/2008
Fisher's Prize
Profile of Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, as he describes Towry Law's future growth plans in the Corporate arena. - The Press and Journal01/12/2008
High earners may need to reassess their long-term financial plans
Scott Morrison, Towry Law Wealth Adviser based in Aberdeen, writes on the Pre Budget Report, and the potential impact this may have on the financial planning of high earners. - The Scotsman28/11/2008
Consumers to benefit as Watchdog unveils radical overhaul of financial advice system
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive, Towry Law explains how the findings of the Retail Distribution Review represent fabulous news for consumers seeking truly independent financial advice. - The Times25/11/2008
FSA sounds the death knell for commission- based financial advice
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, comments on the benefits of removing commission-based financial advice. - The Telegraph25/11/2008
End of 'free' financial advice
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law comments on the benefits for consumers of removing commission charges on financial products. - Financial News07/11/2008
Trackers hold their own against active managers
Andrew Wilson, Head of Investments at Towry Law, comments on the merits of active and passive investment funds. - The Telegraph07/11/2008
Corporate bonds are especially attractive
Andrew Wilson, Head of Investments at Towry Law, comments on holding fixed interest investments within a balanced portfolio. - The Scotsman01/11/2008
The Commonsense guide to smart investing
Graeme Lind, Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, writes on asset allocation. - Financial News24/10/2008
Matthew Vincent: Shaken, not stirred
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, criticises with-profits funds. - Citywire16/10/2008
Towry Law opens charity trust to employee's ideas
Towry Law launches the Giving Back Programme to help good causes. - The Scotsman11/10/2008
Don't try to pick and choose fund managers, choosing the asset class is key
Graeme Lind, Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, writes on asset allocation. - HR Magazine09/10/2008
Towry Law reinforces CSR programme
Towry Law has launched a charity giving and volunteer programme for staff. - The Press and Journal06/10/2008
The long and short of investing in 130/30 funds
Scott Morrison, Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, writes on 130/30 funds. - FT Adviser04/10/2008
Towry Law awarded Chartered Financial Planner status
Towry Law awarded Chartered Financial Planner status by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII). - The Press and Journal22/09/2008
Private investors reeling after past week's rollercoaster ride
Bryan Innes, Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, writes on the benefits of a diversified portfolio. - Citywire19/09/2008
Cowan focuses on raising qualification standards at Towry Law
Andy Cowan, Head of Private Client at Towry Law, explains how all Towry Law advisers should reach chartered status. - The Scotsman13/09/2008
Despite what your financial adviser may say, passive is not so bad
Greame Lind, Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, writes on active versus passive investments. - The Press and Journal25/08/2008
Tax effective way to boost your pension pot
Scott Morrison, Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, writes on the benefits of salary exchange when making contributions to a company pension scheme. - The Telegraph22/08/2008
Towry Law joins panel that advises new millionaires
Towry Law has been appointed by Camelot to provide financial planning advice to National Lottery winners. - The Press and Journal18/08/2008
Extra payout still make NU with-profits a poor choice
Bryan Innes, Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, writes on the proposed Norwich Union with-profits payouts. - Business 715/08/2008
Bold investors looking East for solid returns
Andrew Wilson, Head of Investments at Towry Law, comments on investing in China. - The Press and Journal04/08/2008
Taking a diverse investment view is the sensible approach
Scott Morrison, Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, writes on the benefits of a diversified portfolio. - Pensions Age28/07/2008
Waiting for some real answers
Andy Cowan, Head of Private Client at Towry Law, argues that many financial advisers are not currently treating their customers fairly. - Citywire15/07/2008
Towry Law aims for 'black belt' training
Towry Law Masters Programme incorporates Six Sigma methodologies to improve management processes. - The Press and Journal07/07/2008
Place for fixed interest assets in a well-balanced portfolio
Bryan Innes, Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, writes on the role of fixed interest within an investment portfolio. - The Press and Journal30/06/2008
Employees need to promote company scheme benefits
Scott Morrison, Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, writes on the need for employers to engage with their employees on pension arrangements. - Derry Journal26/06/2008
Financial firm scoops employee award
Towry Law is awarded the Benefits Team of the Year Award at the Employee Benefits Awards. - Citywire22/05/2008
Towry Law begins second phase of novel job scheme
Towry Law launches the next phase of its Return to Work scheme, which offers professionals who have taken a career break the opportunity to retrain as Wealth Advisers. - Money Marketing22/05/2008
Towry Law says fees save clients 4%
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, comments on how fee-based advice is better value for consumers than commission-based advice. - The Press and Journal19/05/2008
The reality of property investment
Bryan Innes, Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, writes on investing in commercial property. - Onrec.com13/05/2008
Towry Law's successful 'return to work' scheme begins second intake
Towry Law launches the next phase of its Return to Work scheme, which offers professionals who have taken a career break the opportunity to retrain as Wealth Advisers. - The Press and Journal12/05/2008
Days of commission could be numbered for advisers
Scott Morrison, Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, writes on plans to improve the professionalism of the financial advice industry. - The Scotsman10/05/2008
A wealth of advice but FSA is concerned over commission status
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, writes on the industry regulator's plans to improve the integrity of the financial advice industry. - Derry Journal02/05/2008
Derry financial firms back FSA report
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, approves the industry regulator's plans to improve the financial advice industry. - The Telegraph01/05/2008
FSA could deliver another blow to financial advisers
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, approves the industry regulator's plans to make a clear differentiation between financial advice and sales. - FT Adviser29/04/2008
RDR interim report calls for enhanced qualifications
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, supports the need for financial advisers to improve their qualification levels. - The Telegraph24/04/2008
Make sure your financial adviser's recommendations are on the money
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, argues that a fee-based approach is the only way consumers can be sure of receiving independent advice. - The Scotsman12/04/2008
Advisers face whole new world as IFA rules bite
Andy Cowan, Head of Private Client at Towry Law, applauds moves to make independent advisers better qualified. - Citywire25/03/2008
Towry Law boosts discretionary funds under management by nearly £1billion
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, comments on the growth of Towry Law in 2007. - Citywire14/03/2008
New CGT regime will save investors money if they get out of bonds, says Andrew Fisher
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, argues that investment bonds are only appropriate for a small number of investors. - The Times09/03/2008
Towry Law is listed as one of the Sunday Times 'Best Companies to work for' 2008
As a company that advises others on employee benefits, Towry Law knows a bit about what it takes to perk up staff for peak performance. - Personnel Today03/03/2008
Smoking - The last gasp
Alex Rickard, Head of HR at Towry Law, describes the stop smoking programme available to its employees. - Pwmnet.com01/03/2008
Wealth managers still assessing index investing
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, comments on the use of index based funds by wealth managers and private banks. - Citywire22/02/2008
Adviser insight: Calling in the specialists
Pat Meehan, Senior Client Partner at Towry Law, writes about the facets of holistic financial planning. - The Independent16/02/2008
Why it pays to spread your money around
Andrew Wilson, Head of Investments at Towry Law, advocates the benefits of a multi-asset investment portfolio. - Financial Times 15/02/2008
Shelter income and gains from tax
Chris Cole, Senior Client Partner at Towry Law, comments on tax efficient investing. - The Scotsman27/01/2008
It's too late for the faint hearts to quit property sector
Andrew Wilson, Head of Investments at Towry Law, writes on holding commercial property within an investment portfolio. - The Scotsman06/01/2008
Independent in name only
Andrew Fisher, Chief Executive of Towry Law, questions how independent financial advisers really are... - The Scotsman05/01/2008
Where to put your money in 2008
Graeme Lind, Wealth Adviser at Towry Law, explains that nobody can consistently forecast the future...