Down to the last minute for changes coming to super
Advisers have little time to prepare their clients for the sweeping super changes coming on July 1, but a systematic approach to the issue should minimise stress.
May 04, 2017
Now is the time for investors to stray from the herd
Chinese investors are pouring money into the Australian property market. Rather than competing with them, take a look at some potentially undervalued Chinese internet stocks.
May 03, 2017
SME owners’ savings habits in early days key to retirement goals
Salaried employees who start their own businesses are increasingly ignoring super. As a consequence, they could see their savings going backwards in a low-interest world.
May 03, 2017
ASIC’s Report 515 puts licensees’ auditors under scrutiny
In the wake of ASIC Report 515, everyone in the financial services industry should be asking themselves this question: Who watches the watchers?
May 02, 2017
How to get the most value when attending an event
There are more events out there to attend than there are days in the year, so marketers need to choose wisely. Here are some key considerations.
May 02, 2017
Millennials on track for a bleak retirement
By 2025, the majority of the workforce will be Millennials, and it's critical that they get help to improve their retirement prospects.
May 02, 2017
Men need to change to close the gender wealth gap: Burgess
Former Future Fund chief Mark Burgess reckons male bosses need to change their thinking to promote more women and close the gender pay gap.
May 01, 2017
Super still failing SMEs, ombudsman tells Summit
Sector ombudsman Kate Carnell says the system is too inflexible for small-business owners, who often can top up their super only with lump sums after the sale of their business.
April 30, 2017
Reflection: True leadership unites disparate perspectives
Opinions on what's good for the financial planning industry are like varieties of French cheese – there are so many. True leaders will bring those voices together for prosperity.
April 28, 2017
Capital gains tax changes require asset-by-asset approach
The new way of calculating capital gains tax relief requires considering the options for each client and asset individually. Time is running out to get it sorted before June 30.
April 27, 2017
The right conversations can close the gender gap
Improving the financial security of all women lies in how we talk to women and what we talk about. Moving the dial requires action in three areas.
April 27, 2017
