New appointment targets financial adviser relationships

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Mani Papakonstantinos has joined Equity Trustees Limited’s (EQT) funds distribution business as key account manager, with responsibility for further building EQT’s relationships with financial advisers in Victoria and West Australia.

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Equity Trustees distributes over $14.5 million as demand from charities soars

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Equity Trustees distributed more than $14.5 million last year to charities on behalf of the 206 charitable trusts it manages, following the directions and wishes of the trusts’ founders. The

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Too many families powerless when elderly decline mentally

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Far too many retired Australians have not granted a financial Enduring Power of Attorney, which can lead to problems for their loved ones and unnecessary family conflict, said Anna Hacker,

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Equity Trustees signals growth intentions as it celebrates 125 years of operation

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As Equity Trustees Ltd marks the 125th Anniversary of the founding of the company, it remains committed to expanding its services and bringing them to a wider client base, says

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Aged care reforms require careful planning

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The Aged Care reforms due to come into effect on 1 July 2014 will require a new approach to aged care provider payments, and advisers can play a key role

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EQT confirms George Boubouras as CIO

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George Boubouras has been confirmed as chief investment officer at listed financial services company Equity Trustees Limited (EQT). Mr Boubouras was appointed to the role on an interim basis in

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EQT recruits financial services marketing specialist

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Lisa Barp has been appointed general manager, marketing, at listed financial services organisation Equity Trustees Limited (EQT). Ms Barp has more than 20 years’ marketing experience in Australia, the UK

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Managing risk in a portfolio through fixed interest

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Advisers seeking to provide clients with other options to term deposits need to assess alternatives that offer a combination of liquidity, yield, capital stability and reduced risk, and in particular

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EQT appoints two equities investments analysts

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Listed financial services company Equity Trustees Limited (EQT) has appointed Michael Kordick and Thi Doan as investment analysts within its Australian equities team, reporting to chief investment officer George Boubouras

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DIY Wills can be a recipe for disaster

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While it is good news that more Australians are becoming aware of the need to have a Will, it is concerning that many are taking the “do it yourself” path

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