Bottom Line Still the Key for Advisers

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Adviser responses to our latest poll tell us that the most important factor when considering changing licensees or remaining with the current dealer is remuneration.

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News in Brief

  • AdviserLogic Integrates with Omnium
  • Zurich Appoints Chief Actuary

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OneCare Product, Service Enhancements - Outside/In

OnePath’s national roadshow is under way this week, where advisers are being presented with the insurer’s latest initiatives supporting its OneCare range of insurance solutions.

OnePath says the specific product, service and technology enhancements that have been introduced reflect an ‘outside/in’ philosophy, where consumer and adviser feedback have combined to dictate the direction of this product and services upgrade.

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Advisers Commencing FoFA Preparations

One third of advisers have already begun proactive discussions with clients about the Future of Financial Advice (FoFA) reforms, despite the fact the Bills have not yet passed Parliament, according to survey results released by AIA Australia.

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Lifewise Time Capsule Launched

The Financial Services Council (FSC) and online women’s magazine and discussion site Mamamia have launched the latest initiative in their underinsurance awareness campaign - a digital photo-sharing project called The Time Capsule.

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AMP Elevate Upgrade

In a hectic round of product upgrades, AMP has announced new wealth protection initiatives as it commences its AMP Expo and Elevate Insurance workshops this week.

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Financial Advisers Still Poorly Perceived

Only one quarter of Australians think financial planners are highly ethical and honest, according to a survey of the public’s perception of professionals.

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Young People Most Likely to Die from Accidents

Australians under 30 are the generation most likely to die from an accident, according to research conducted by Asteron Life.

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Synchron 2012 Hawaii Conference Wrap

Synchron advisers have returned from their bi-annual conference with a clear message about the nature of the financial advice industry and the value of their place within it.

Held this year in Hawaii, advisers and other industry sponsors and delegates were presented with the strong message that everyone sells, and that financial advisers should not be uncomfortable in any way with the fact that they sell the value of their advice.

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Australians Want More Advice For Less

Demand for professional financial advice is up, but Australians expect to pay less for planner services, according to new research released by Investment Trends.

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