The risk insurance market continues to flourish in the current economic environment, while retirement income has recorded another 20 per cent fall in premium inflows over...
The insurance industry needs to adapt to the changing expectations of consumers, writes Jim Minto....
Direct life insurance is here to stay, writes Marcello Bertasso, but consumers may prefer the peace of mind offered by a policy that is underwritten upfront....
Platform provider netwealth has negotiated cheaper insurance premiums with AIA Australia as part of the renewal of a three-year contract and a broader insurance review....
Clive Levinthal has been named head of life insurance for ClearView Wealth, joining former CommInsure colleague Simon Swanson at the listed financial services company....
AMP has launched a life insurance training program to boost the skills and professionalism of its staff....
Tower has linked with IRESS to provide a straight through interface for advisers....
Thornton Group and Tulare Financial Planners merge their operations....
With the implications surrounding genetic testing a growing concern for the public, Col Fullagar examines the industry's handling of the issue in relation to insurance....
The Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) is calling on the Government to think carefully before considering a ban on risk insurance commissions, referring not only to ...
ING Australia has launched an upgraded life insurance offering, with more than 60 enhancements across its coverage options and underwriting process....
When it comes to income protection insurance, receiving the payment as a lump sum or as a monthly benefit can make a big difference to clients, writes Jeff Scott....
Synchron’s John Prossor claims planner growth is based on the limitations imposed by others....
Aviva tops inaugural life insurance benchmarking report but AMP and Macquarie ahead on advice integration....
Financial planning is about more than selling investment products, says Ray Griffin. It is about establishing long-lasting client relationships....
So we are now underwriting criminal scams?...
Glad to see the back of you Steve. You made financial more expensive, not more affordable as you claim, and presided ...
Completely agree Peter. The definition of 'significant change is circumstances relevant to the scope of the advice' is s...