Super funds: learn more about members or risk regulatory intervention

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The prudential regulator has warned super fund trustees to provide concrete evidence that they understand what their members want before making decisions on their behalf. The call was made by... Read more continue reading

Crucial conversations: achieving an estate plan that stands the test of time

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If you are a person who has achieved a stage of financial independence, it is vital that you have an effective Estate Plan to protect you and your family. An... Read more continue reading

Zurich voted Australia’s best value life insurance

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Zurich Financial Services Australia (Zurich) has been awarded Canstar’s highest honour – the 5 star Outstanding Value award – in recognition of the quality and value offered across its retail... Read more continue reading

AMP launches resource hub to help advisers get LIF ready

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AMP’s insurance business has launched a Life Insurance Framework (LIF) resource hub featuring a range of tools to help advisers prepare for the legislation taking effect from 1 January 2018.... Read more continue reading

Investing in the age of decumulation: AXA IM

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Income investors can implement a low-carbon strategy without sacrificing income, according to new research from AXA Investment Managers (AXA IM). Hosting a series of roundtables for Australian institutional and wholesale... Read more continue reading

Downsizing retirees can boost superannuation with home sale

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People over 65 will be able to make an additional contribution to super provided they sell their house to do it. This measure was part of the May 2017 budget... Read more continue reading

Managing interest rate risk with an absolute return approach

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Objective assessment As key global central banks tentatively turn toward monetary policy normalisation, the prospect of a prolonged period of rising interest rates has left some investors questioning the merits... Read more continue reading

Lower investment returns stretch SMSF investment goals

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A weaker investment outlook that indicates returns will be lower for longer means SMSF retirees need more savings to achieve their retirement goals. The amount needed for a 65-year-old SMSF... Read more continue reading

How can a young couple build a 40% home deposit?

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Sadly, young couples and individuals in their 30s are dropping out of home ownership due to steep price rises in Sydney and Melbourne. For young Australians, one of the biggest... Read more continue reading

Research highlights super funds missing after-tax focus with factor investing

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New Parametric research highlights the misconception that factor investing is naturally tax efficient and identifies potentially significant tax drag associated with new factor strategies. Research co-author, Parametric’s Seattle-based Chief Investment... Read more continue reading