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Quantum Leap

The future of financial advice isn’t just about a series of regulatory reforms Simon Hoyle reports. A submission to the Ripoll inquiry by Quantum ... [more]

A foot in the door

Margaret Liu’s entry to financial planning was anything but straightforward, but now she’s here she intends to make a real difference.  [more]

All in the mind

Neil Salkow had reservations about charging clients a fee for his services and setting up a truly independent practice Don't ask Neil Salkow ... [more]

It seemed like a great idea at the time

Early experiences are often formative, and for Dominic Alafaci, an encounter with a life insurance agent set his career on a path that ... [more]

An independent man

What does it take for a financial planner to be truly independent Independence is a funny concept For some, it’s a state of ... [more]

Straight shooter

A sudden appreciation for the real risk/reward trade-off led to Darren Steinhardt accidentally discovering financial planning Darren Steinhardt never planned a career in ... [more]

Core values

And the strategy should align with their values and goals.” Planners talk a lot about “core values”, “beliefs” and “goals”, but that’s not ... [more]

Standing out from the crowd

In an over-serviced market, a planner sometimes has to shine brightly to get noticed. Stephen Priestly is doing just that. Simon Hoyle reports. ... [more]

Taking an active interest

Three jolts prompted a 2010 FPA Value of Advice Award winner to choose a new career path. Simon Hoyle reports. Charles Badenach’s first ... [more]

When commerce and clients align

When Phil Butterworth set out his planning group's strategy, simple commercial considerations led to a structure that seems exactly right for the times. ... [more]