At Hogben Farrell Financial Planning we believe that the more you know about financial planning and how it relates to you, the more you will understand the role of a financial adviser and value the assistance we provide.
To that end, this page lists a number of excellent reference websites from various organisations that we believe you might find of use.
We find these sites useful, hopefully you will too:
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Lifewise is an industry funded initiative to raise the education and awareness amongst everyday Australian's about the reality of under insurance within our country.
This informative website has been developed by finance and industry professionals, utilising the backing of the Investment and Financial Services Association (IFSA) and their members, to help inform and educate people about insurance and how it should form an essential part of peoples financial planning.
- The Australian Taxation Office is the Government’s principal revenue collection agency, and is part of the Treasurer’s portfolio. Their role is to manage and shape tax, excise and superannuation systems that fund services for Australians. Visit the website for more information on how these issues relate to you.
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The Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA) is the peak professional body for Australia’s financial planners, representing approximately 12,000 individuals and businesses.
All advisers at Hogben Farrell Financial Planning are accredited FPA members and must abide by the associations Code of Ethics and Rules of Professional Conduct.
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SPAA’s core focus and objective is to raise the standard of advice provided by all professionals to the SMSF industry.
The association is committed to promoting a high standard of education among SMSF professionals and assisting them to work within the regulatory framework. This, in turn will help the industry to self-regulate and promote best practice.
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The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) regulates how the life insurance industry conducts its business. It is also responsible for the Government’s agenda or Financial Literacy. On their website you can:
- Learn more about all types of insurance and financial matters
- Find an old life insurance policy or company
- Access FIDO – their consumer website
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The Australian Government also runs a website to help Australian’s improve their financial literacy and better manage their money.
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Manningham Business Network (MBN) is a support and referral network aimed at bringing like-minded business operators from the Manningham and surrounding areas together. MBN aims to be a resource for small and medium business to help manage the challenges of operating at a local level.
Stephen Farrell is an active member and President of the Manningham Business Network. Stephen believes strongly in supporting local business in the manningham area and has been a member of the group for over five years.