Helping mortgage advisers to diversify into new product areas will be a key theme for Sesame as it embarks on its latest round of regional mortgage seminars that begin on 2 October and run to 6 November at 20 locations across the

UK

.

The events will cover:

·         Business development support to help mortgage advisers diversify into new product areas, such as the benefits of selling protection and general insurance;

·         The role of integrated technology;

·         Presentations from leading mortgage lenders on key issues for advisers;

·         Regulatory update and how advisers can ensure they are treating customers fairly.

“2008 is proving to be a very challenging year for the advice profession and our latest round of mortgage events will provide advisers with a valuable insight into the latest market developments and emerging business opportunities. Given the current turbulence in markets, mergers and acquisitions, we are facing a period where consumers will increasingly require – and value - the independent advice provided by our profession. As consumers struggle to manage their savings and debt, the value of professional financial advice has never been so important, which is why Sesame is committed to these increasingly popular seminars. The events are now attended by record breaking numbers of advisers who value the comprehensive face-to-face training and development support.”

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Dates and venues

·         Advisers can attend these events free of charge - visit

John Cupis, managing director for mortgages and general insurance at Sesame, says:

Along with an insight into the latest regulatory and product developments, Sesame will also be highlighting the benefits of integrated technology, which is vital in helping brokers to stay compliant, whilst maximising their customer data in order to enhance their service and increase business revenue.