The industry super funds are the big winners from the inevitable ban on financial advice commissions, but now it's time for the industry to move on, writes Mike Taylor....

Gemma Dale outlines the implications recent legislation could have for SMSF trustees who want to use limited recourse borrowing arrangements to acquire allowable assets....

The financial planning industry should be paying more attention to female advisers - as well as female clients....

Gold has been in a bull market for the best part of a decade but, as Dominic McCormick writes, it still provides an excellent base for those looking for a solid investmen...

Robert Keavney discusses platform commissions, proposals to merge the Financial Planning Association and the Association of Financial Advisers, intra fund advice, and pro...

The Cooper Review doesn't say anything about superannuation that financial planners didn't know already, writes Mike Taylor....

The insurance industry needs to adapt to the changing expectations of consumers, writes Jim Minto....

As competition in ETFs increases, it is important for financial advisers and investors to know exactly what they are buying and from whom, according to Tom Keenan. ...

Plan B has confirmed its profit position and moved to fully acquire Strategic Financial Management....

Count confirms profit guidance but stakes in DKN and Mortgage Choice lift earnings per share....

Since there is bipartisan support for the removal of commissions from planner remuneration, the outcome of a Federal Election will not change the fact that commissions ar...