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Why Barry Lambert sold Count

Is the planned sale of Barry Lambert's business to a major institution a sign of things to come for the independent planning sector? ... [more]

Face off

Two of the key players in the debate about industry reform come together to discuss a shared vision on the future of financial ... [more]

Why society prizes professionals

The quote is from Sir Francis Bacon, the English philosopher and statesman who lived from 1561 to 1626. Bacon’s quote is also the ... [more]

Unqualified trust is the key to true community acceptance

There’s no doubt that Novak Djokovic is the world’s number one tennis player. His powerful performance in the 2011 Wimbledon Championships confirmed that ... [more]

Rock solid

The protection of consumers in most Australian industries is ensured by legislation, both at national and state levels. But legislative protection is by ... [more]

Dealer Group of the Year

The Dealer Group of the Year is based on a rigorous methodology (see separate story) designed to gauge both how the authorised representatives ... [more]

The big kid on the block

Two men who will drive AMP after its merger with AXA have a vision for both the future of the financial planning industry ... [more]

Opt in? Is it redundant policy, or is it here to stay?

For me, it’s about advisers re-engaging with their clients; it’s about making sure there’s a continuing dialogue; making sure people do understand what ... [more]

Tool time

Government support for the Cooper Review means there will be greater opportunities for financial planners to advise self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs). But before ... [more]

A new dawn

The Financial Planning Association of Australia is set to radically overhaul its membership structure, aiming to put its focus squarely on individual members. ... [more]