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Regulation

Stalled legislation should trump royal commission

The banking royal commission recommendations should not be rushed through Parliament, which still has to deal with stalled legislation, claims the FSC.

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Regulation, Retirement

Franking credit campaign ‘misrepresentations’ addressed

SMSF; review; industry fund

The head of Wilson Asset Management has rejected claims he has formal ties to Liberal MP Tim Wilson, despite both campaigning against the removal of franking credit refunds.

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Regulation

Compensation scheme of last resort praised

A major SMSF administration service provider has lauded the banking royal commission’s recommendation for a compensation scheme of last resort.

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Tax

ALP’s trust tax leaves SMSFs hanging

SMSFs have been warned they could be affected by Labor’s proposal to charge a 30 per cent tax rate on discretionary trust distributions to those over 18.

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LRBA, Property

New call for total LRBA ban

A total ban should be placed on all LRBAs due to their high risks, according to a property research house.

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Compliance, Education

FASEA releases final Code of Ethics Standard

The body tasked with overseeing adviser education and professionalism has released the final of seven standards, publishing its finalised code of ethics.

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Accounting, Regulation

Time to review licensing necessity

The head of an industry body has recommended accountants review their service propositions to determine if operating under a licence and complying with FASEA are necessary.

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Accounting

RC recommendations to boost trust in advice

The SMSF Association has welcomed the banking royal commission’s report, saying it has laid the groundwork to improve trust and professionalism in the financial advice sector.

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Business News

NAB CEO and chairman to depart

NAB will seek replacements for its chief executive and chairman, who have announced their pending departures.

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Administration, Documentation, Pensions

Advisers urged not to skimp on pension documents

A leading service provider has recommended SMSF advisers opt for full pension documents, even if it may cost clients more, to prevent confusion and breaches of PI insurance.

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