Andrew Main, Author at Professional Planner

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Franking-credit plan soaks more than rich, critics say

Ending tax refunds on franked dividends would hurt those who can least afford it, an alliance including the SMSF Association argues.

Andrew MainNovember 2, 2018

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Banks will face crisp penalties not wet lettuce

The inquiry’s interim report suggests regulators will soon be tough enough to make big institutions think twice about wrongdoing, Andrew Main writes.

Andrew MainOctober 2, 2018

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Where to now for the life insurance industry

It is going to be more important than ever for life cover to be sold by advisers who have a deep understanding of why people might need it, writes Andrew Main.

Andrew MainSeptember 19, 2018

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Super sector’s bad case of TMI

There is an underlying problem with superannuation in Australia and that is information: what to tell the clients and, just as importantly, what not to tell them.

Andrew MainAugust 14, 2018

Superannuation

3% per cent cap on super fees: why it matters

The swift progress of Kelly O’Dwyer’s plan to limit charges on Super to 3 per cent is a sign of the appetite for regulation in Parliament. All sectors will feel the impact.

Andrew MainJune 26, 2018