Which asset class was the ‘biggest winner’ with advisers in 2023?Which asset class was the ‘biggest winner’ with advisers in 2023?Which asset class was the ‘biggest winner’ with advisers in 2023?

01 July 2024 by Jasmine Siljic, Money Management

Fixed interest has been crowned as the asset class which received the highest net flows and organic growth throughout last year, according to Adviser Ratings.

What Are the Top Wealth Transfer Priorities for Advice Clients?What Are the Top Wealth Transfer Priorities for Advice Clients?What Are the Top Wealth Transfer Priorities for Advice Clients?

02 July 2024 by Shy-ann Arkinstall, ifa

Almost a third of advised clients will transfer more than $500,000 to beneficiaries, according to Adviser Ratings’ latest report.

Cost disconnect impacting access to advice: ReportCost disconnect impacting access to advice: ReportCost disconnect impacting access to advice: Report

28 June, 2024 by Keith Ford, ifa

According to the latest Adviser Ratings Australian Financial Advice Landscape report, more than two-thirds (68 per cent) of Australians see the benefit of having a professional financial adviser.

Advisers getting older on the back of experience pathway: ReportAdvisers getting older on the back of experience pathway: ReportAdvisers getting older on the back of experience pathway: Report

26 June, 2024 by Shy-ann Arkinstall

In a webinar regarding Adviser Ratings’ upcoming Advice Landscape 2024 report, Adviser Ratings managing director Angus Woods ran through some of the findings from the report prior to its release, which is expected on 27 June.

AR data shows ‘advisers making more money than ever’AR data shows ‘advisers making more money than ever’AR data shows ‘advisers making more money than ever’

25 June 2024 by Chris Dastoor, Professional Planner

The average adviser has seen a salary increase, while the average advice practice makes a 21 per cent profit margin, according to Adviser Ratings. The researcher’s 2024 Advice Landscape report found the optimal advice practice has a 40 pe...

Over 1 in 10 Aussies plan to pass down $1m and moreOver 1 in 10 Aussies plan to pass down $1m and moreOver 1 in 10 Aussies plan to pass down $1m and more

17 May 2024 by Jasmine Siljic, Money Management

Australia’s looming intergenerational wealth transfer remains a crucial opportunity for financial advisers, with 14 per cent looking to transfer $1 million or more. Recent findings from Adviser Ratings revealed the amount of funds which c...

Are financial advisers ‘at risk’ from AI disruption?Are financial advisers ‘at risk’ from AI disruption?Are financial advisers ‘at risk’ from AI disruption?

16 May 2024 by Jasmine Siljic, Money Management

Financial advisers may be at “high risk from AI disruption”, but industry commentators say such technologies will enhance the role of an adviser, rather than replace them. Research from Adviser Ratings last month found 47 per cent of advi...

Advisers moving to self-licensing for flexibility and autonomyAdvisers moving to self-licensing for flexibility and autonomyAdvisers moving to self-licensing for flexibility and autonomy

15 May 2024 by Shy-ann Arkinstall, Independent Financial Adviser

More advice practices are moving away from large dealer groups, instead opting for self-licensing, in search of greater independence and autonomy within their businesses, according to the head of an insurance and risk advice firm. Adviser...

Advisers challenged by capacity, shrinking talent poolAdvisers challenged by capacity, shrinking talent poolAdvisers challenged by capacity, shrinking talent pool

14 May 2024 by Malavika Santhebennur, Independent Financial Adviser

While there is renewed confidence in advice, businesses are at full capacity while facing talent shortage, a business consultancy specialist said. Data from Adviser Ratings last year revealed that almost 3,000 advice practices have shut s...

 
 
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