Financial advice will always be more useful to those who can use super to minimise tax, but even households with small balances should seek guidance.
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The average cost of personalised financial advice is way above what most Australians are willing to pay. Could new options to access advice through super reach those left behind?
Investment advisers who passed a licensing exam with more ethics questions were one-fourth less likely to engage in misconduct than those with less ethics training, according to a new study.
Research suggests that the reason people may put off funding their 401(k) plans or managing credit card debt is because our perception of finance as ‘cold’ conflicts with our hot-blooded emotions.
A recent study suggests that divesting in fossil fuels not only allows investors to address their climate change concerns, it also reduces financial risks and increases financial returns.
Robo-advice might prove most useful to those who need it the most, making them feel more competent and in control.
Financial reforms have given us a greater role in saving for retirement. Alas we’re not very good at it.
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