Going global with your infrastructure investments can yield a more defensive portfolio, with more stable returns and lower volatility, writes Perry Lucas....

Scott Quinn explains that there is more to account-based pensions than tax – Social Security must also be considered....

If the Treasurer, Wayne Swan, is wise, he will closely examine his first Budget as a part of a Rudd Labor Government and the problems that administration created by needl...

Kristian Wangvisutkul answers some commonly asked SMSF investment strategy questions, and outlines the Stronger Super announcements that could impact future requirements....

Col Fullagar examines what advisers need to know when dealing with clients in different age groups....

Alexander McNab looks into the private equity market and explains the risks, potential upside and misconceptions that accompany the sector....

The Future of Financial Advice changes may be dominating the attention of the financial services industry but Richard Gilbert points out that the Government has a great d...

Simon Stanton explains why financial planners should not leave themselves out of the insurance claim process....

Is this the time to be buying or selling international equities? Tim Farrelly outlines some likely future scenarios....

With the major institutions and dealer groups having actively encouraged their financial planners to vote 'yes' to the Financial Planning Association's (FPA's) constituti...

Perceptions exist that the industry super funds have succeeded in having the Government stack the cards against financial planners. Mike Taylor writes it is up to the Ass...