Advisers Cautioned on Book Acquisition
Acquiring a book of clients is a quick way to grow an advisory business. However, Strategi's Dave Greenslade says the new advice regime has...
Steve Richens Farewelled
One of the country’s longest-serving independent financial advisers has passed away. Steve Richens (pictured), founder of Moneta, died following a stroke.
The 66-year-old ticked up...
‘Game Changer’ – mySolutions Adds Aggregators to Partner Network
Industry training and support firm mySolutions has formed alliances with Kiwi Adviser Network (Trail) and Prosper Group to broaden the aggregation and services options...
mySolutions Confirms Major Restructure
Auckland-based dealer group, mySolutions, has announced a "significant shift" in the way it will work with advisers in future.
In a release to its 280-strong...
Proposed Laws on Industry Intermediaries Under Review
MBIE is seeking feedback on a range of changes to the Financial Markets (conduct of institutions) Amendment Bill that regulates those working in sales...
Key Australian Licensee Firms Respond To New FPA Policy
The Australian FPA policy recommending that a professional registration for individual financial planners replace the current system requiring an AFSL to provide advice, is...
Synchron Bucks Trend in Adviser Growth
Non-aligned dealer group, Synchron, has released data indicating it is the only top 15 licensee firm in Australia to have increased its adviser numbers...
Poll Results – Some Coping Better Than Others
Our latest poll sought to gauge how well advisers are coping in the current environment of regulatory change.
Although many forms of support and guidance...
Newpark Reveals New Developments for Advisers
Newpark has been working on a number of new developments for advisers, to support them in compliance, client support and business development.
In July, Newpark...