As financial advisers seek out practice management support, the purpose of BDMs has shifted beyond just selling investment products to providing invaluable guidance to advice practices.

The process of the Quality of Advice Review has now taken twice as long as the findings of the Hayne royal commission at more than 834 days, but it is understood this is “a relatively average pace” by policy standards.

Multiple financial services organisations, including the FSC and FAAA, are calling for better handling of financial abuse, with financial advisers being “uniquely positioned” to recognise the signs through client relationships.

With the private debt marketplace described as a “minefield” to navigate, research house Zenith Investment Partners has shared tips to help advisers select the right fund.

The Australian Taxation Office has warned individuals who rush to file their tax return next week are twice as likely to make a mistake by filing before all information is available.

Global X Australia’s Manny Damianakis unpacks how thematic ETFs, particularly those centred around artificial intelligence, are helping advisers capture investor interest for specific megatrends.

Advisers and platforms have a role to play in educating their clients with alternative investments, according to Praemium, as research finds alternative assets are set to reach US$21 trillion next year.