Senior appointments in Dublin and London expand Equity Trustees Fund Services global team

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Three new appointments in the Dublin and London offices of Equity Trustees Fund Services have strengthened the capability of the 130-year-old Australian business as it pursues its global growth objectives.... Read more continue reading

Property sector and investors both benefitting from transformation of banking post-Hayne

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Australia’s banking sector is transforming due to myriad factors, ranging from global changes through to the Hayne Royal Commission, and this is creating opportunities for both borrowers and investors. While... Read more continue reading

Weekly market update – week ending 10 January, 2020

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Investment markets and key developments over the past week After a bit of uncertainty and volatility early in the past week, share markets pushed sharply higher as the US and... Read more continue reading

QE and low interest rates won’t stimulate the economy: Quay

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The Reserve Bank of Australia’s policy in 2019 of cutting interest rates has done little to stimulate the Australian economy, but any attempt at introducing quantitative easing (QE) in 2020... Read more continue reading

Update from FASEA on the Financial Adviser Exam

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FASEA continues to work closely with ACER to ensure exam processes are streamlined, accessible and effective and exam sitting opportunities are optimised. Remote access to the FASEA exam FASEA announces... Read more continue reading

ASIC encourages fair and effective insurance claims handling for people affected by the bushfires

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ASIC is committed to helping Australians affected by the devastating bushfires to rebuild their lives. ASIC Deputy Chair Daniel Crennan QC said that ‘ASIC is working with insurers and other... Read more continue reading

Xplore Wealth bolsters team with new Distribution Manager

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Xplore Wealth Ltd (Company) (ASX: XPL) has announced the appointment of Durand Oliver to its distribution and marketing team as Distribution Manager. Mr Oliver’s commencement complements a series of strategic... Read more continue reading

Merry Christmas and Happy New year from AdviserVoice

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Wishing you a safe and happy festive season. Thank you for being part of the AdviserVoice community in 2019. We look forward to bringing you the latest Australian Financial Services... Read more continue reading

Smooth Retirement and Pension Boost announce partnership

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Equity release specialists Smooth Retirement and Pension Loans Scheme platform Pension Boost today announced they have entered into a strategic partnership. The companies have teamed together to augment their compatible... Read more continue reading

New law clarifies minor’s tax on testamentary trust income

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A minor pays tax at adult marginal rates on income received from a testamentary trust. The new law seeks to stop non-estate assets making their way into those trusts in... Read more continue reading