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AFSL Lawyers for Financial Advisers & Dealer Groups
- AFSL Licensing Lawyers for Financial Advisers & Dealer Groups
- MDA & high-risk trading authorisations
- General Advice & investment research licensing
- Scalable compliance infrastructure for Dealer Groups
We manage your AFSL application & ensure Best Interests Duty & SOA compliance.
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Industry-Leading AFSL Services for Financial Advisers & Dealer Groups
AFSL House delivers high-impact licensing strategies for financial planners & wealth firms. We ensure your business model remains compliant while maintaining full operational freedom.
IFA Self-Licensing
Leave the institutional dealer groups. We facilitate your transition to ‘Self-Licensing’, giving you total control over your Approved Product List (APL), fees & compliance framework.
Managed Discretionary Accounts (MDA)
Trade efficiently on your client’s behalf. We secure high-risk MDA authorisations & draft the mandatory Investment Program contracts & custody requirements.
General Advice & Investment Research
Licensing for newsletters, research firms & finfluencers. We secure ‘General Advice’ authorisations & structure disclaimers to prevent triggering Personal Advice obligations.
Dealer Group Licensing
Build scalable infrastructure. We manage the master AFSL application & draft Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR) agreements to monitor multiple advisers under one licence.
Australia's Leading AFSL Firm for Advisers & Dealer Groups
Rated 5-Star By Our Clients
Why Choose AFSL House for Financial Advice Licensing?
We specialise in licensing solutions for financial planning & wealth management firms. We bridge the gap between regulatory theory & practical advice delivery.
Deep Industry Understanding
We understand the advice landscape. We navigate the complexities of dealer group transitions & ensure strict adherence to Best Interests Duty (BID) obligations.
Independence & Control
We specialise in the move to Self-Licensing. We help you reclaim total control over your Approved Product List (APL), fees & business strategy
Ready-to-Operate Frameworks
We don’t just secure the licence. We build the practical, day-to-day compliance infrastructure needed to provide advice safely from day one.
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Request a Free Consultation with one of our experienced AFSL Lawyers today.
Our 4-Step AFSL Process for Financial Advisers & Dealer Groups
We streamline the path to self-licensing. We guide you from initial structuring to final regulatory approval, ensuring your advice model is compliant & commercially viable.
200+
AFSL Applications
100%
Success Rate
Step 1: License Mapping
We identify the exact authorisations & Responsible Manager (RM) requirements for your specific advice model.
Step 2: Framework Design
We craft compliant advice processes, including Best Interests Duty protocols & SOA templates.
Step 3: Application Management
We navigate the full ASIC submission process & manage all regulatory inquiries with technical precision.
Step 4: Governance Deployment
We implement the monitoring, supervision & risk policies required to commence independent operations securely.
Free & Practical AFSL Guides & Checklists
Free 90-seconds Assessment
Are you complying with your AFSL?
We understand the challenges of complying with your AFSL obligations. That’s why we created this free 90-second assessment.
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2026 Guide to AFSL Applications
A practical guide covering the key steps, milestones & timeframes for obtaining an AFS License.
Your AFSL Roadmap
An illustrative chart with key milestones & steps in applying for an AFSL & ensuring ongoing compliance.
AFSL Compliance Calendar
Comprehensive calendar outlining key compliance deadlines & obligations for AFSL holders throughout the year.
Market-Leading, Comprehensive AFSL Services
AFSL House offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the needs of financial services companies seeking an Australian Financial Services Licences (AFSL) and compliance support.
AFSL Applications
We are proud to have a 100% success rate in AFSL applications, ensuring our clients obtain their AFSL in record time.
Compliance & Regulation
AFSL House prepares tailored risk and compliance frameworks to ensure you comply with your AFSL obligations.
Legal Support
Our expert team of specialised AFSL lawyers provides holistic legal services to AFSL holders & AFSL Applicants.
AFSL Audits & Investigations
We deliver comprehensive governance audits to avoid enforcement action and assist in ASIC and AUSTRAC investigations.
AFSL for Hire
Be appointed as a Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR) under our AFSL to commence operations quickly.
Marketplace for AFSL
Access our curated database of existing AFSL sellers and brokers to expedite your license acquisition process.
AFSL Responsible Manager Recruitment
Connecting AFSL holders and applicants with qualified Responsible Managers. Expert RM sourcing and placement.
White-Label Services
We enable legal and consulting firms to offer AFSL expertise under their own brand through our white-label solutions.
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Request a Free Consultation with one of our experienced AFSL Lawyers today.
Insights Library
AFSL Guides & Insights for Financial Advisers & Dealer Groups
Unlock free AFSL guides, checklists, and insights in our regularly updated Insights Library, written by our legal experts.
Who We Are
Founded in 2020 by senior financial services lawyer Peter Hagias, AFSL House specialises in regulatory and legal services for AFSL holders. Our expert team serves fintech companies, fund managers, and financial planners both locally and internationally, delivering compliance solutions that withstand regulatory scrutiny.
Under Peter’s leadership as an industry consultant and compliance committee chair, we continue to provide outstanding support to Australia’s financial services sector.
