Digital and Social Media with the Australian Advice Industry

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It appears that the Australian advice industry is split when it comes to whether reputational risk prevents them from participating on social media channels, according to research carried out by... Read more continue reading

Asking prices jump in Sydney and Melbourne, listings fall

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Figures released yesterday by SQM Research reveal residential asking property prices grew in most Australian cities over the year to February 7, 2017, with Sydney and Melbourne leading the nation in... Read more continue reading

Why the automated advice industry can’t leave goals behind

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The rise of automated advice and new technology is changing the face of financial planning. It is offering low-cost advice to investors who previously couldn’t afford it and bolstering the... Read more continue reading

Using interest free finance wisely for home renovations

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If our passion for television show “The Block” is anything to go by, Australians like to renovate (or watch other people renovate!).  Many of my clients are joining an army... Read more continue reading

Avoiding career crash and burn – Part two

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In the first part of this article we discussed the importance of including a risk management framework in your career strategy to ensure that your career remains on track. In... Read more continue reading

2017 Annual Global Perspectives

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Digital and demographic trends hold the promise of change for asset management firms and financial advisers. It’s an opportunity – after all, when things become complex, good management and advice... Read more continue reading

Saxo Capital Markets integrates its open source platform SaxoTraderGO with automated technical analysis from Autochartist

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Saxo Capital Markets, the online multi-asset trading and investment specialist, has announced the integration of its platform SaxoTraderGO with Autochartist to make automated technical analysis tools and live trade signals available... Read more continue reading

Top advisers recognised in annual Hillross, AMP Financial Planning and Charter Awards program

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Individual advisers and practices across the Hillross, AMP Financial Planning and Charter Financial Planning network have received top awards to recognise their high levels of professionalism, operational excellence, superior client... Read more continue reading

Can a Court override your right to decide whether or not to receive medical treatment?

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An individual can normally consent or refuse any medical treatment.  However, this right could be taken away by the Courts in some extreme circumstances. A Court’s ability to override the... Read more continue reading

Australian business confidence surges to highest level in 6 ½ years

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Small and medium business (SMB) confidence is now sitting at its highest level since March 2010, following an eight point rise to +46 on a net basis, according to the... Read more continue reading