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The FPA and AFA have begun the process to consult with members on the new name for the proposed merged organisation. ...

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Financial planning

There is debate among industry associations about the benefits of a ‘rules advisory committee’ as proposed by the Australian Law Reform Commission....

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Funds management

While firms are putting cybersecurity measures in place, there is still a risk a breach could occur if they fail to train staff in the new systems and processes and ensur...

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Financial planning

A panel have shared how advisers can reduce fears around retention when taking on a new adviser on their Professional Year....

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Financial planning

Michelle Levy is expecting to see a rise in digital tools as she believes it is unnecessary for all advice to be provided to consumers by a financial adviser....

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Financial planning

The Financial Planning Association of Australia has rejected proposals to ban commissions as it believes it could leave consumers chronically underinsured and dependant o...

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Financial planning

The FPA and AFA will consult with their members on what a potential merged organisation should be called and has confirmed there will be no increase in membership fees....

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Financial planning

The FPA is recommending another review of life insurance commission as the current proposal “leaves more questions than answers” and presents concerns about the accessibi...

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Financial planning

The FPA and AFA have confirmed the timing for a vote on a potential merger between the two parties. ...

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People & Products

Two new members have been appointed to the board of the Financial Planning Association of Australia....

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Financial planning

Adviser Ratings has found more than 80% of advisers back the merger of the FPA and the AFA as most prefer to hold only one association membership....

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People & Products

Dante De Gori, former chief executive of the Financial Planning Association of Australia, has been appointed as chief executive of the global Financial Planning Standards...

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Financial planning

The Budget was light on measures for advisers but two initiatives need to be on their radar when it comes to clients’ portfolios....

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Financial planning

The Financial Planning Association of Australia has urged the Government to extend the freeze on the ASIC levy for one more year, among several Budget recommendations....

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Financial planning

There is a divide between pre-retirees and retirees when it comes to the types of barriers stopping them from seeking advice, according to FPA research....

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