Advantages and disadvantages of an AFS License

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It is interesting to see recent commentary claiming that more and more advisers are making application for their own Australian Financial Services License (AFSL). While it’s been a long time

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Response to the FPA’s proposed changes

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So, the FPA has announced big changes to their membership structure and professional standards and I have to say this is good start to the reforms that have been needed

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Financial planning in Australia: a bright future

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Financial planners have been the recipients of an inordinate amount of ‘broad brush’ criticism over the last few years – some justified, some not so. Consumer surveys seem to regularly,

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How ‘self managed’ are Self Managed Superannuation Funds?

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With the 2010 superannuation peak ‘season’ now passed it’s tempting for many Australians to disengage from their super until next June or at least until they get their next fund

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