On Practice
It’s not disruption, it’s opportunity
Technology isn’t disrupting advice, it’s accelerating the empowerment of the consumer and providing more transparent price discovery in a cost-conscious world.
David HaintzAugust 19, 2019
On Practice
On Practice
Tricks for avoiding buyers’ remorse as M&A heats up
Amid a flurry of mergers and acquisitions in the advice industry, a legal consultant warns both buyers and sellers to beware. Deep warranties and stringent indemnities could be crucial as principals navigate frothy waters.
Matthew SmithAugust 14, 2019
Remuneration
Complexity and ongoing fees pushing consumers away: Sunsuper
The industry super fund’s head of advice challenged a room full of advisers about the way they charge their clients, fully aware that she might make a few squirm.
Tahn SharpeJuly 31, 2019
On Practice
PI cover: ‘We’re in a supply squeeze’
Amidst a trend towards self-licensing, PI policies are as expensive as they’ve ever been and insurance syndicates are limiting their coverage, an expert has said.
Matthew SmithJuly 30, 2019
Remuneration
Industry wrestles with adviser salary levels
The FPA’s assertion that the typical adviser takes home $125,000 has sparked debate around what advisers earn across the industry, and what forces are shaping the numbers.
Tahn SharpeJuly 29, 2019
Risk & Insurance
ASIC outlines surveillance plans for risk advice review
Risk advice will be assessed as part of a review ASIC’s Joanna Bird has outlined at a discussion in Canberra facilitated by insurer, AIA Australia.
Matthew SmithJuly 26, 2019
On Practice
The one number that matters to buyers: Paul Barrett
In his first in an exclusive series of columns for Professional Planner, the AZ NGA CEO highlights the importance of practice wage bills as an indicator of value.
Paul BarrettJuly 22, 2019
On Practice
Business planning has taken a back seat: Business Health
Licensees and product providers could play an important part in helping advice practices prioritise essential business planning again, according to Terry Bell.
Matthew SmithJuly 17, 2019