Eye on the ballBY CHRISTOPHER PAGE | FRIDAY, 8 JUL 2011 1:42PM Financial planning is at its best as a premium service, judging from a recent case study featured in the Australian Journal of Financial Planning. This month's Case Study showcases ... Upgrade your subscription to access this article
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Well done; good article. Send it to all politicians.
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While I agree with many of the sentiments in your piece, the reality is you're (unfortunately) referring to a portion of the industry. Not all our colleagues operate in the manner your case study suggests. The reforms are designed to move our industry up a level so ALL of us operate away from the traditional model to one where we are truly viewed along side the solicitor or accountant. Great article......