How can advisers mitigate wealth transfer concerns?

Clients are exhibiting multiple concerns on the intergenerational wealth transfer, making it imperative for advisers to address these fears through comprehensive strategies, Adviser Ratings explores.

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ASIC outlines AFSL guidance on qualification checks

ASIC has identified three situations where it may be difficult for a licensee to assess an adviser’s qualifications and provided case studies of how they should be tackled, as it undergoes a crackdown on FAR reporting.

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Are active ETFs the next growth pathway?

Vanguard and State Street have debated active ETFs, and whether they are the next vehicle for growth, or forever in the shadow of index-tracking funds.

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Magellan fund conversion adds to $0.7bn August outflows

The conversion of the Magellan Global Fund units has contributed to $0.7 billion in outflows for the fund manager in August.

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Melbourne adviser sentenced for dishonest SMSF conduct

A former Melbourne financial planner, Bradley Grimm, has been sentenced for dishonest conduct regarding the transfer of self-managed super fund assets.

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FSCP makes latest two determinations

The Financial Services and Credit Panel has made its latest two determinations, one regarding possible breaches of conflicted remuneration and the second about non-compliance with CPD.

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The true value of advice to a client

Financial advisers have added at least 5.7 per cent in value to their clients over the past year, according to Russell Investments, and the firm has shared recommendations on how further value can be added.

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What are 5 compliance mistakes made by AFSLs?

Compliance and risk consultancy Assured Support has pinpointed five common compliance mistakes made by financial advice firms, borne from small oversights that can quickly transpire.

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Fitzpatricks Group appoints CEO as Blackledge departs

National advisory firm Fitzpatricks Financial Group has appointed Andrew Fairweather as its new group chief executive, replacing Jodie Blackledge who steps back after four years in the role.

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ASIC applies for Keystone liquidation

ASIC has applied for Keystone to be liquidated rather than wound up, as the Federal Court requests a report detailing the potential returns for any victims who have suffered losses.

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