In this podcast, Paige Estritori of Financial Services Online discusses urgent calls for reform in Australias financial advice sector amidst rising demands for better, less onerous funding models and intensifying governmental uncertainty. She highlights the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort's (CSLR) impactful levies and discusses ongoing issues with the Quality of Advice Review. Also discussed is the growing popularity of Commercial Real Estate Debt Investment as a strategy for diversification, despite challenges due to rising global bond yields and the weakening Australian dollar. She ends with a report on Westpac's 1% drop in half-year profit and upcoming partnership with the government on housing and cash-related issues. This podcast provides comprehensive updates on Australia's finance industry, advising listeners to stay informed for better financial decision-making.n