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Advisers may be caught by new AML/CTF reforms: Expert

BY MATTHEW WAI | FRIDAY, 21 NOV 2025 11:57AM

Although financial advice is not part of the group that will fall under the upcoming AML/CTF reform, an expert told the FAAA Congress advisers may be caught by new obligations when they apply.

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Read more: FAAA, AML/CTF Act, FAAA Congress, Holley Nethercote, Paul Derham, SMSF Association

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