You need to get selling

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Advisers: Good advice process is not enough. Being technically competent is not enough. You have to get selling. I know that “Sell” is seen as a bit of a dirty... Read more continue reading

Cost of living, housing and aged care – top three concerns ahead of the Federal Budget according to latest Viridian Advisory adviser poll

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Viridian Advisory’s latest adviser poll has revealed that the cost-of-living crisis, the current housing shortage, and aged care policies are dominating client concerns as Australians brace for the upcoming 2025-2026... Read more continue reading

Five tips for business owners thinking of selling their businesses

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Selling a business is one of the most significant financial and emotional decisions any business owner can make. Whether you’ve built your company from the ground up or scaled an... Read more continue reading

Trust and ethics in financial advice

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In 2024, trust in financial advisers reached an all-time high. This article, proudly sponsored by GSFM, explores the inseparable links between trust and ethical practice when providing financial advice. Defined... Read more continue reading

Metrics Credit Partners named Real Estate Debt Manager of the Year

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Metrics Credit Partners (Metrics) has been named the winner of the Real Estate Debt Manager of the Year: Asia-Pacific at the Private Debt Investor (PDI) Global Awards 2024. The PDI... Read more continue reading

Hedge Funds Rock announce La Trobe Financial as major sponsor partner

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The Alternative Future Foundation is pleased to announce La Trobe Financial as the Major Sponsor Partner of Hedge Funds Rock & The Alternative Investment Awards for a three-year term. This... Read more continue reading

Record-keeping in financial advice – the key to compliance and consumer protection

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Introduction The financial services regulatory framework is a key pillar of financial consumer protection. Regulatory compliance is therefore not merely about avoiding penalties, but is a critical step in building... Read more continue reading

Businesses increasingly adopting AI to improve operations

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New research from HLB International, the Survey of Business Leaders 2025, has highlighted the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in driving business innovation and profitability as companies adapt to huge technological advances.... Read more continue reading

How can you be sure that your advice will pass the test?

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The nagging worry for financial advisers in today’s environment is “how can I be sure that my advice will pass the test?” The concern is understandable given that policymakers typically... Read more continue reading

The adviser’s fiduciary duty in an ethical practice

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It is both a legal and ethical requirement for financial advisers to fulfil their fiduciary duty to their clients. This article, proudly sponsored by GSFM, explores the importance of the... Read more continue reading