Code of Conduct

The Code of Conduct for Financial Planners is a set of ethical and professional standards that guide the behavior of financial planners in South Africa. The code is set out by the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI) and applies to all FPI members.

The Code of Conduct for Financial Planners includes the following key principles:

1. Integrity: Financial planners must act with integrity and avoid any actions that could damage the reputation of the profession.
2. Objectivity: Financial planners must act objectively and in the best interests of their clients, taking into account their clients’ financial goals and objectives.
3. Professionalism: Financial planners must maintain a high level of professionalism in their dealings with clients and other stakeholders.
4. Competence: Financial planners must possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to provide competent financial planning services to their clients.
5. Confidentiality: Financial planners must maintain the confidentiality of their clients’ personal and financial information.
6. Compliance: Financial planners must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards.
7. Transparency: Financial planners must provide clients with clear and transparent information about their services, fees, and any conflicts of interest that may arise.

The Code of Conduct for Financial Planners is designed to promote trust and confidence in the financial planning profession and to ensure that financial planners act in the best interests of their clients. By adhering to the standards set out in the code, financial planners can build strong relationships with their clients and contribute to the growth and development of the financial planning industry in South Africa.