How to Launch a Wholesale Investment Fund in Australia — Without Your Own AFSL
You have built a track record with private deals. Your investors now want a formal structure they can subscribe into. But you do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence, you do not have a trustee, and you do not have months to build the infrastructure from scratch. This is the moment most successful managers […]
AML/CTF obligations – Tranche 2 Entities
The Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Amendment Act 2024 (AML/CTF Amendment Act 2024) is a significant piece of legislation in Australia that reforms the existing AML/CTF regime. Passed on November 29, 2024, and receiving Royal Assent on December 10, 2024, it aims to strengthen Australia’s ability to combat money laundering, terrorism financing, and proliferation financing. […]
Exploring Private Equity: A Smart Investor’s Guide
While the world of private equity is fascinating, it can also be a complex one to navigate for many investors. To understand private equity and how to utilise it, it’s important to consider their advantages and disadvantages, as well as explore the role private equity can play in a well-rounded investor portfolio. What is private […]
Innovative Property Development
Welcome to an innovative funding option for property developers seeking to raise external capital for their next project. Rawlings Bolton & Co understands the challenges property developers face in securing capital for their projects. That’s why we advocate for a strategic approach that leverages managed investment schemes (MIS) by utilising the authorisation of our Australian […]
Top tips for maintaining a unit register
Australian financial law can be challenging to navigate, making it important to stay apprised of both current best practices and changing legal requirements. The following general guidance will acquaint you with the latest necessary measures for maintaining a member register. ☐ Trust deed or company constitution Your organisation’s trust deed or constitution should include provisions […]
Demystifying AFSL in Australia
The financial industry is a labyrinth of acronyms and technical jargon. Among these, AFSL is a common acronym that anyone interested in Australia’s financial services sector should know. At Rawlings Bolton, we are determined to help our clients understand these intricacies. This article aims to demystify the AFSL, highlighting key elements about it, its requirements, […]
6 Compelling Reasons to Appoint an Independent Trustee
At Rawlings Bolton, we understand the complex landscape of regulated financial services in Australia. We believe that appointing an independent trustee can significantly elevate investor confidence and help investment managers maintain the highest standards of ethical practices in their managed investment schemes. In this article, we will delve deeper into six essential reasons to consider […]
What is a managed investment scheme?
Managed investment schemes are a dynamic and accessible avenue for investors to pool their funds and gain exposure to a diversified range of assets that are managed by experienced professionals. These popular schemes provide individuals with access to a wide range of investment opportunities that they might not be able to access by themselves. Let’s […]
Fund administration: In-house vs. outsourcing
Funds and unit trusts are commonly used structures to manage investment of capital. These can be a typical hedge fund, or an alternative investment fund investing in private equity or the agricultural sector by managing real assets. Unless you’re a large investment manager with deep pockets, it’s likely you don’t have access to the required resources needed to handle […]
Unlocking the Power of a Family Office: The Checklist for High Net Worth Families
A family office is a private construct (usually a company) that serves as a centralized hub for managing the financial and personal affairs of affluent families. It deals with more than just the family financial capital. It also helps preserve and grow family social, human, intellectual, infrastructure and environmental capital. It brings together experts from […]