SMSF death benefits – the case for flexibility

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We often want certainty. In a world where there is increasing conflict between family members after a parent dies, and a greater propensity for children to challenge a deceased person’s... Read more continue reading

The wealth effects of climate change

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Addressing a group of financial advisers during a recent webinar, Munro Partners CIO Nick Griffin called climate change the ‘biggest S-curve’ – or greatest investment opportunity – of his lifetime.... Read more continue reading

The winds of change – Strengthening our commitment to ESG

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The introduction of the EU’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation in March 2021 will see significant changes to the way asset management is conducted. It includes new disclosure requirements for investment... Read more continue reading

Uncertain future of attorneys making BDBNs for their principals

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While the facts of a recent NSW Supreme Court case, G v G (No.2) [2020] NSWSC 818, relate to a financial manager appointed under the NSW Trustee and Guardian Act 2009 (NSW)... Read more continue reading

Seller confidence rebounds as buyer demand continues to surge

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Research released from Westpac shows more Australians are thinking about selling their home now than before the pandemic, with low interest rates, improved consumer sentiment and strong economic forecasts fuelling... Read more continue reading

Low to no growth without energy transition

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Not acting swiftly on energy transition means the world will struggle to achieve any real economic growth in the coming years, according to AXA Investment Managers (AXA IM). Mr Chris... Read more continue reading

Business and economic environment continues to drive performance in AREITs

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The recent reporting season saw some good results for Australian real estate investment trusts (REITs) but the macro economic environment had a more significant role to play in performance during... Read more continue reading

With 700 new retirees each day, where will their income be found if not ‘rich’?

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An increasing number of retirees – many of whom were not financially prepared when they stopped working – are seeking ways to live in their homes and find other sources... Read more continue reading

AMP launches new retirement advice offer for super members

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AMP has launched a new retirement health check advice offer for members of its superannuation funds, provided at no additional cost. The new intra-fund advice offer comes as AMP’s Financial Wellness... Read more continue reading

Benefitting a non-dependant from your super

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A withdrawal and recontribution strategy could over time permit a member to transfer a material part of their superannuation to a non-dependant who would not ordinarily be entitled to receive... Read more continue reading