An American social media expert says financial advisers should capitalise on the growing trend towards live video to generate new client leads.

The boss of a Bristol-based wealth firm has revealed the strangest client request he has ever dealt with – being asked to help finance an ‘adult toys’ business.

A double page feature on social media for Financial Planners, packed with practical tips from experts, is now available to all website users through the third issue of Financial Planning Today.

Facebook has become increasingly popular with financial advisers over the last year, a report suggests.