Regulated entities have every right to seek clarity and disagree with regulators. But when disagreement becomes reflexive resistance, it can undermine regulatory confidence and invite greater scrutiny.

A practical approach to identifying critical controls, testing whether they operate as intended and gathering evidence of effectiveness.

AUSTRAC’s starter kit provides a useful foundation, but compliance depends on translating it into arrangements that reflect your business, risks, customers and day-to-day operations.

Real estate businesses now need to move beyond preparation and demonstrate that their AML/CTF programs, customer due diligence processes and controls are operating effectively in practice.