Editorial Volume 5, Issue 2.

Abstract

The financial planning industry is at a critical phase of its development. The industry is still in its infancy andyet the impact of financial advice is far reaching in our society. After many years of rapid, yet dislocated,growth and various controversies, the industry is embarking on a fascinating journey towards becoming aprofession. Recently the move to a fee for service basis of operation, mandatory professional indemnityinsurance, formal codes of conduct and higher barriers to entry in regards to educational and professionalexperience requirements are key signs of development of a financial planning profession for the future.

Keywords

• Editorial AABFJ
• Financial planning
• Australia
• Development
• Fee ofr service