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How Corporate Authorised Representatives (CARs) Operate Under an AFSL & Their Key Responsibilities
Understanding the Role of a CAR in the Australian Financial Services Industry by Avenir Capital A Corporate Authorised Representative...
anyahaywood
Feb 272 min read
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Your Fast Track to Financial Services Success:Start as an Authorised Representative
Become an authorised representative under Avenir Capital's AFSL to fast track the launch of your financial services business
anyahaywood
Dec 12, 20241 min read
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Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR): What You Need to Know!
Defining a Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR) A Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR) is a business entity or organisation...
anyahaywood
Aug 21, 20242 min read
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Avenir Capital Proudly Supports one of their AFSL Authorised Representatives, SoHi Partners’ Ambitious Medtech Venture!
We are thrilled to announce that Avenir Capital's AFSL authorised representative, SoHi Partners, has been featured in the Australian...
anyahaywood
Jun 3, 20242 min read
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Charting Possibilities for AFSL Authorised Representatives: Unpacking Australia's Wholesale Investor and Client Test Parliamentary Inquiry
Snapshot: On 20th March 2024, the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations and Financial Services initiated an inquiry into the...
anyahaywood
May 17, 20241 min read
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Unlocking the AFSL Code: When Does Your Financial Venture Need a Licence?
At what point do I need an AFSL to sell a financial product or service? If you’re currently at this stage, we'll try and demystify the...
anyahaywood
Jan 20, 20242 min read
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Keeping your data safe as an AFSL holder!
More than ever before, data breaches and privacy concerns are increasingly prevalent and as AFSL holders we face unprecedented challenges...
anyahaywood
Jul 18, 20231 min read
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How long does it take to get your own AFSL? (or, become an authorised representative)
The process of obtaining an AFSL (Australian Financial Services Licence) can be pretty time-consuming and requires deep understanding of...
anyahaywood
Jun 23, 20232 min read
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What's a Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR) & what are their obligations?
A Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR) is a company or organisation that has been granted permission by an Australian Financial...
anyahaywood
Mar 7, 20232 min read
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Ready to launch your Financial Services business?
I wish I had a dollar every time I saw an email pop up with the subject line "is your AFSL for sale?" !!!! As a team, we know what it's...
anyahaywood
Feb 20, 20233 min read
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If you're on the fence when it comes to AFSL, read this!
“Do you need your own AFSL or can you use someone else’s?” “HELP. I want to provide financial services but I don’t hold an Australian...
anyahaywood
Feb 13, 20234 min read
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Just how hard is it to get an AFSL?
Obtaining an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) can be a complex process. It involves a number of steps, including:...
anyahaywood
Jan 13, 20232 min read
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Do I need an AFSL to raise capital?
(Our Avenir Capital founder at a party!!) An Australian Financial Services License (AFSL) is required when providing advice or services...
anyahaywood
Dec 22, 20222 min read
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Cheat Sheet: The A-Z of Financial Terms You Should Know
For all the key words & phrases you need to know from 'AFSL for hire' to 'Custodian' to 'Trustee' in the investment space - see below!...
anyahaywood
Dec 20, 20221 min read
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Let's talk about the elephant in the room...
AFSL Compliance!! We know it's not pretty, it's not fun & doesn't get you out of bed in the morning, but it's critical for running a fund...
anyahaywood
Dec 16, 20222 min read
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The benefits of operating under an existing AFSL licensee
There are many obligations of being an AFS Licensee from holding adequate professional indemnity insurance, maintaining a minimum level...
anyahaywood
Sep 16, 20222 min read
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