How to value a financial planning practice in 2024
The demand for financial planning businesses for sale isn’t decreasing but firms need to know how to value their business to achieve the best price, writes Fiona Ettles.
The demand for financial planning businesses for sale isn’t decreasing but firms need to know how to value their business to achieve the best price, writes Fiona Ettles.
Morningstar is going to offer research ratings of funds in the $3.5 trillion superannuation sector for the first time in response to demand from financial advisers.
The latest FSCP outcome has been issued for a problem relating to Statements of Advice, the second relating to this matter in a month.
Platinum has acknowledged its returns have not met expectations of clients or advisers, but says its investment philosophy will remain unchanged in the face of the firm’s turnaround strategy.
Providing financial advice and accountancy services side-by-side in a holistic approach offers an array of benefits for both clients and the business, three firms share with Money Management.
Intelligent Planning has welcomed Keyman Financial Services, with the NSW-based advice firm moving over from Synchron.
Viridian Financial Group has launched a program to revolutionise financial literacy and independence among women in light of the gender pay gap.
The final Aged Care Taskforce report has recommended planning for aged care costs should begin at retirement to prevent suboptimal outcomes, while wealthier individuals could find themselves footing more of their care bills in the future.
AFCA has identified a systemic issue in the investments and advice space, with the case needing to be referred to ASIC due to the firm’s lack of engagement or remediation.
WAM Leaders, a listed investment company run by Wilson Asset Management, has entered into a scheme implementation agreement to merge with QV Equities with an enhanced offer.