New deals

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The use of trailing commissions in investment funds and superannuation has been around for a while, but after investigations into the practice in 2000 change is occurring. Increased competition should ensure initiatives become cost-effective.

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Retirement pillage

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The Australian federal budget in May 2001 has had a major impact on pensions especially for those who are self-funded. For many there is more benefit in changing their superannuation strategy and possibly cashing their pensions in.

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Safety thirst

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The Australian government is working to produce measures to ensure the safety of pensions after criticism. These proposed measures may have short term benefits and may not tackle the real problems underlying the pensions system.

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