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10 May 2012 • By • 1 min read

Accountants biggest AFSL pricing losers

The hike in licensing fees has the potential to adversely impact SMSF accountants, according to industry participants.Accountants servicing ...

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Liquidation of Westpoint entity stalls

The liquidator of North Sydney Finance is awaiting ASIC clearance before it can finalise the group's liquidation.The liquidation of North Sydney ...

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Govt doubles MIT withholding rate

The government has doubled the withholding tax for investors in MITs, placing competitive and performance pressure on Australia's funds management ...

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Retirement costs hold firm

Retirement costs for Australians have remained steady for the second consecutive quarter, according to an ASFA report.Costs for Australians seeking a ...

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Planners not to blame for Trio: Richard

Shawn Richard has clarified comments he made regarding financial planners and their involvement with the failed Astarra Strategic Fund.The ex-chief ...

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Income protection needs bigger push

Insurance providers have a long way to go to promote income protection to Australians, participants say.The necessity of income protection (IP) has ...

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Pressure on advice fees continues

Mounting pressure on fees has shifted client attitudes towards the value of financial advice, Investment Trends says.The amount Australians ...

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FPA to continue work with ASIC

Participation in future ASIC shadow shopping surveys is important for FPA members to combat issues of poor advice, an FPA executive says

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Budget changes to hit retirement savings

Measures in last night's federal budget will harm retirees and the confidence in the superannuation system, industry associations say

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Delay in contributions cap increase unhelpful

Changes to the treatment of superannuation contributions are likely to lead to an overall increase in costs for members.The government's decision to ...

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