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Wealthtrac launches cloud-based SMSF platform

MARK SMITH  |  FRIDAY, 5 APR 2013
... half that of its nearest competitor. "We have been working closely with our advisers to understand their changing needs post FoFA, with issues such as fees, compliance, and process automation being at the top of the list. We believe our new SMSF certainly ...

CFS FirstWrap enhances corporate actions feature

MARK SMITH  |  THURSDAY, 4 APR 2013
... additional functionality features in the future. "There's an upgrade coming that'll help advisers deal with some aspects of the FoFA reforms and we have a number of other features in the pipeline," Chun said.

Instreet happy with growth at 5-year milestone

MARK SMITH  |  TUESDAY, 26 MAR 2013
... the strategy is to protect it." "Our future growth will be dictated by the way our stakeholders shape our business. With FOFA coming in this year we're adopting a bit of a wait-and-see approach." Instreet has made a name for itself targeting the self-managed ...

Only 13 MySuper products so far authorised

ALEX DUNNIN  |  THURSDAY, 21 MAR 2013
... in industrial awards. Retail funds being slow to engage on MySuper may also reflect their more intense focus on launching 'FOFA ready' low cost streamlined products notwithstanding some of these may be possible to modify to suit MySuper authorisation ...

netwealth creates new national advice group

MARK SMITH  |  WEDNESDAY, 20 MAR 2013
... position the business for future growth and allow it to benefit from synergies across the brands as the industry transitions to FOFA. "We own three excellent advice businesses and the new structure, under the direction of Simon Micallef, will enable ...

Govt moves to enshrine 'financial adviser' label

ALICE URIBE  |  WEDNESDAY, 20 MAR 2013
... chief executive Mark Rantall said. "If passed, this will be a great win for consumers and it strengthens the benefits of the FoFA reforms, in particular the introduction of Best Interest and the removal of conflicted remuneration," Mr Rantall said. AFA ...

CommInsure expands income protection

LAURA MILLAN  |  MONDAY, 18 MAR 2013
... to get ready for the new regulatory requirements. A large team of people is preparing for the Future of Financial Advice (FoFA) regulation that it is set to start on July 1.

Zurich launches automated risk data feed

LAURA MILLAN  |  THURSDAY, 14 MAR 2013
... "With recent research revealing an increased focus on efficiency will be the single biggest expected outcome of upcoming FoFA reforms, the timing is perfect for giving advisers direct access to the information they need without double handling of data," ...

CFS FirstWrap regains platform top spot

MARK SMITH  |  WEDNESDAY, 13 MAR 2013
... wrap platforms continue to evolve in offering the right products and solutions to financial planners." Peker added that with FoFA requirements now clearer, the focus is turning to improving planners' business efficiency and helping them add demonstrable ...

Advisers overlooking business development

MARK SMITH  |  WEDNESDAY, 13 MAR 2013
... or business development services offered by licensees. Managing director Andrew Doquile believes that the looming 1 July FOFA deadline is sidelining advisers from potential growth opportunities. "Advisers need to ensure they maintain focus on growing ...