Can somebody give any background info on how a financial services company works?

Im looking to start a business and want it to run very similar to a financial services company, so how do they work? how do they make their money? how do they market? how do they get customers? how do they link with financial providers? all info would be appreciated.
Answer
If you want to run a financial services company, you have to be at least fpc qualified and you have to be authorised by the financial services authority.go onto their website www.fsa.gov.uk where you will find all the information you need.financial services company make their money through either commission, fees or a combination of both. you will not be able to link with financial providers unless you are authorised by the fsa.hope this helps.