Money & Life
With gender pay and super gaps coming up more often in the equality conversation, are we seeing meaningful change for women’s financial security and well-being or is there still a long way to go?
The main points are as follows:
Measuring to keep moving forward
Redefining relationships at home and work
A fresh perspective on finances
Support from experts and leaders
The drivers of change
Money and Life
The FPA is continuing in its work to deliver better consumer protections and improve professional and educational standards as highlighted in the final Royal Commission report handed down by Justice Kenneth Hayne.
The key recommendations for financial advice are as follows:
No more trailing commissions
Ongoing advice fees to be annually reviewed
Reducing commissions on life insurance
A new disciplinary system for financial planners
Quarterly reporting of misconduct concerns
A renewed commitment to the clients’ best interests
Money & Life
Your home may be looking minimal and serene in 2019 thanks to author and TV host Marie Kondo. But could your finances do with some decluttering too? Find out how to go about it with our guide to simplifying your budget, bank accounts, super and debts.
The main points are as follows:
Less really is more
Budgeting based on your values
How many bank accounts?
Simplify your super
Do away with debt