Step 1
Your first meeting is where your financial adviser gains an understanding of your present financial position, your needs and objectives, and the types of investments required to meet them.
Step 2
An important part of the financial planning process is to clearly identify your financial goals and objectives.
Step 3
Your financial adviser compares your financial situation with your goals to determine the appropriate strategies neccessary to achieve them. This will form the foundations of your financial plan.
Step 4
Your financial adviser will formulate an overall strategy taking into account your attitude towards risk. Your adviser develops recommendations designed to achieve your goals.
Step 5
Once the plan is agreed your financial adviser can implement it on your behalf, or assist you with the process.
Step 6
An important part of the process is to regularly review the performance of your financial plan with your adviser to ensure that it is living up to your expectations.