financial advice
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Financial advice through super funds: What’s on offer?
Super funds have been expanding their financial advice services to members, but it’s important to understand the different levels of advice on offer, how it’s provided and paid for.
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Financial advice: What are the risks and benefits?
Quality, affordable advice can make an enormous difference to your retirement outcomes, but it pays to know how to sort the good from the bad and downright ugly practices.
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Who to turn to if you have a problem with your financial adviser
The financial advice sector has done a lot in recent years to improve the overall quality of advice, but when things go wrong there is a structured complaints process.
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8 warning signs of a dodgy financial adviser
Bad financial advisers are thankfully the exception rather than the rule, but they do exist so it pays to be aware of some common red flags.
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What happens when you meet a financial adviser
Before you select a financial adviser, it’s important to understand what you want to achieve and how to prepare for your first meeting.
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How to find a super financial adviser
There are times in life when the right financial advice could prove invaluable, but it’s important to know what you are looking for and where to find it. Here’s how.
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How much does financial advice cost?
Many Australians who admit they need financial advice are reluctant to get it due to the perceived cost, but are they right? We look at what’s available and what it costs.
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Can I get free financial advice?
If you could do with some help with your finances but can’t afford a professional adviser, all is not lost. Free financial advice and digital tools are out there if you know where to look.
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Webinar:Â Advice options for planning your retirement
The vast majority of Australians plan and start their retirement without any advice, with cost being the main barrier. In this webinar we explore some of the key options for advice and guidance, including from financial advisers, super funds, retirement coaches and retirement income modellers.
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Australian independent financial advisers: National list
Less than 1% of Australian financial advisers are independent, but we’ve tracked down more than 100 independent financial advisers that operate across Australia.
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What different types of financial advice should I consider?
Good advice can make a big difference to both your financial position and retirement plans, but it can be confusing to know what’s available and who to ask.
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SMSFs and financial advice: A matter of cost and trust
The number of SMSF trustees who have unmet advice needs is growing, but upcoming reforms and new technology offer the prospect of improved affordability and access.
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Independent financial advisers: Canberra and ACT
Less than 1% of Australian financial advisers are independent, but we’ve tracked down several independent financial advisers based in Canberra and the ACT.
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Independent financial advisers: Adelaide and SA
Less than 1% of Australian financial advisers are independent, but we’ve tracked down several independent financial advisers in Adelaide and across South Australia.
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Independent financial advisers: Brisbane and Queensland
Less than 1% of Australian financial advisers are independent, but we’ve tracked down more than 20 independent financial advisers in Brisbane and across Queensland.
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Independent financial advisers: Perth and WA
Less than 1% of Australian financial advisers are independent, but we’ve tracked down more than 30 independent financial advisers in Perth and across WA.
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Independent financial advisers: Hobart and Tasmania
Less than 1% of Australian financial advisers are independent, but we’ve tracked several independent financial advisers in Hobart and across Tasmania.
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Independent financial advisers: Melbourne and Victoria
Less than 1% of Australian financial advisers are independent, but we’ve tracked down more than 30 independent financial advisers in Melbourne and across Victoria.
