 JANET MANZANERO-CARUANA | FRIDAY, 20 FEB 2026 Blended families introduce unique emotional and financial challenges that require careful consideration. Read more  HENRY BRANDTS-GIESEN , EDWARD MARSHALL | FRIDAY, 12 SEP 2025 Family charters are important components to families' governance structure. Read more  MICHAEL SAADIE | FRIDAY, 11 JUL 2025 Small businesses are the backbone of the Australian economy, and when they do well, our country and our communities prosper. Read more  JENNEKE MILLS | FRIDAY, 31 JAN 2025 Below are some of the key dates for every adviser to be aware of, to help you and your clients hit the ground running when it comes to advice strategy in 2025. Read more  MARK GLEESON | FRIDAY, 24 JAN 2025 When a client sells their main residence, you can add considerable value by helping them understand key tax, superannuation and social security issues and opportunities. Read more  EMANUEL KAZOULLIS | FRIDAY, 18 OCT 2024 What if I told you that risk management could be the key to unlocking your business's full potential? Read more  NETWEALTH INVESTMENTS | THURSDAY, 4 JUL 2024 In the first instalment of this series, we explored the diverse segments of advised Australians based on age and affluence, uncovering their unique preferences and financial goals. Read more  CLAIRE MIDDLEBROOK | FRIDAY, 14 JUN 2024 For many of us, this is one of the scariest phrases, especially if you are a financial adviser. Read more NETWEALTH INVESTMENTS | FRIDAY, 31 MAY 2024 Segmenting can provide additional insight for firms trying to define what is important to their clients. In this article, we dive into the three key client segments identified in the annual Advisable Australian research conducted by Netwealth, and investigate ... Read more |
Latest News
Advisers expect growth despite uphill challenges
Despite the current headwinds involving market uncertainties, rapid digitisation and the ageing population, financial advisers remain optimistic about what they can achieve over the next few years, a new report finds. However, the growth will not be captured easily.
Diversa drags Praemium into First Guardian lawsuit
Praemium and its subsidiaries are now caught up in the ASIC-led First Guardian legal saga, having been thrown in the mix by Diversa Trustees.
Poor succession plans expose advice firms to crisis events: Report
Most financial advice practices are ill-prepared to manage the sudden death or permanent disablement of a principal, according to new research, underscoring widespread gaps in succession and contingency planning.
Capstone joins forces with PictureWealth to form $22bn FUA planning network
PictureWealth Group has inked a landmark deal with national advice licensee Capstone Financial Planning, forming a combined business with 360 financial advisers and $22 billion in funds under advice.
Further Reading
Cover Story
Advice with soul
SACHA BURCHGART
FOUNDER AND FINANCIAL PLANNING SPECIALIST
BURCHEART
FOUNDER AND FINANCIAL PLANNING SPECIALIST
BURCHEART
Though she initially tried, Sacha Burchgart couldn't escape the call of a career in financial advice; it just took staring down her own mortality to see what's possible when you do things differently. Jamie Williamson writes.
Expert Feed
The global advice gap: why expat clients are harder to serve than they appear
Many Australians are building wealth abroad before ultimately returning home for retirement.
Genetic testing reform is here. What advisers need to do next
The reform not only eliminates the impact from genetic tests but also the underlying health risks for those that chose to "stay in the dark".
Helping clients stay the course in volatile markets
Fidelity International's recent research shows many investors are maintaining a "long-term" perspective despite recent market turmoil.
How to distinguish strong regional markets from regional growth stories
Regional markets should not be treated as a single investment category when only a select few have the economic depth to deliver consistent performance.
