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ASIC: no plans for SMSF balance threshold

ALICE URIBE  |  FRIDAY, 21 FEB 2014
... funds with balances under $100,000. Speaking at the 2014 SPAA SMSF National Conference in Brisbane this morning ASIC commissioner Greg Tanzer responded to industry concern that the regulator was planning to mandate a minimum balance. "We are not trying ...

Charterhill assets frozen

HARRY PAGE  |  THURSDAY, 6 FEB 2014
... confident they can obtain good quality advice through gatekeepers such as accountants and financial planners," said ASIC commissioner Peter Kell. Lending Solutions International, Nova Real Estate, EJ Property Developments and Financial Wellness are the ...

ASIC sets its sights on hybrid securities

MARK SMITH  |  THURSDAY, 6 FEB 2014
... terms operate in practice. "ASIC is committed to addressing the concerns that these complex products present," ASIC commissioner John Price said. "Investor education is critical in this work. Investors must think hard about whether hybrids are suitable ...

ASIC takes most action against small business owners

LAURA MILLAN  |  MONDAY, 3 FEB 2014
... flexible and effective regulatory outcome than could otherwise be achieved through administrative or civil action," ASIC commissioner Greg Tanzer said.

ASIC examines risks posed by complex products

MARK SMITH  |  FRIDAY, 31 JAN 2014
... contributed to the development of new products that have the potential to introduce new types of complexity," ASIC Commissioner Greg Tanzer said. "This development can have an impact on the realisation of ASIC's strategic priorities of promoting confident ...

Costs of new SMSF regulation expected to be "minimal"

LAURA MILLAN  |  MONDAY, 11 NOV 2013
... protection and because it means industry is able to implement the proposals with minimal cost and disruption," ASIC commissioner John Price said during a speech at the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) National Congress. Price said that the consultation ...

ASIC concedes Trio ringleader investigation

MARK SMITH  |  WEDNESDAY, 30 OCT 2013
... demonstrates that ASIC will hold gatekeepers to account where their conduct falls below the required standard," ASIC commissioner John Price said. "Directors, company officers, auditors, investment advisers, and financial planners play a key role in ...

Former Bell Potter adviser jailed

LAURA MILLAN  |  MONDAY, 28 OCT 2013
... recognises the seriousness of Mr Donald's conduct and will serve to deter others from engaging in similar behaviour," ASIC Commissioner Greg Tanzer said.

ASIC warns consumers about NRAS property ads

MARK SMITH  |  TUESDAY, 22 OCT 2013
... consumers invest using their SMSF we want to ensure they are providing balanced messages that comply with the law,' ASIC Commissioner Greg Tanzer said. "It is important that ads are clear, accurate and balanced, especially when consumers are looking ...

ASIC rescues lower risk products from 'hedge fund' label

MARK SMITH  |  FRIDAY, 4 OCT 2013
... some lower-risk funds from the more extensive disclosure obligations imposed on a hedge fund under RG 240," ASIC commissioner Greg Tanzer said. "This will also benefit investors by more clearly differentiating hedge funds from other types of managed ...