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Senator warns FOFA move will hurt financial services

Coalition senators have warned of the costs of legislative uncertainty for the financial services industry following...

20 November 2014 • By Aleks Vickovich

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ATO annual report flags collectable debt struggle

The value of collectable debt at the end of June 2014 was almost $19.5 billion, an increase of 10 per cent compared to...

03 November 2014 • By Katarina Taurian

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ASIC warns accountants against ‘licensees for hire’

Accountants choosing the authorised representative or limited licence options pre-2016 should ensure they pick a...

30 October 2014 • By Staff reporter

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IPA backs adviser register

The Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) has sounded its support for the government’s public register of financial...

29 October 2014 • By Staff reporter

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ATO warns accountants they face $500m shortfall

Accountants are likely to bear the brunt of a $500 million red-tape reduction initiative as the tax office streamlines...

28 October 2014 • By Michael Masterman

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ATO issues warning on offshore income

The ATO has warned individuals with undisclosed offshore income and assets to disclose now or risk compliance action...

27 October 2014 • By Staff Reporter

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Rising red tape limiting financial advice

Moves to improve standards within the financial advice industry are effectively shutting average Australian households...

21 October 2014 • By Staff Reporter

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Chan & Naylor backs commissions payments

National accounting group Chan & Naylor has defended commission payments in the financial advice sector, saying their...

20 October 2014 • By Michael Masterman