Consumers’ frequently asked questions will form the basis of Financial Planning Week, starting today.

Financial Planning Association CEO Mark Rantall says the week’s five topics are drawn from queries raised during last year’s event.

The topics are: life insurance, including amounts of cover needed to protect income and family assets; retirement; savings; super; and debt management.

Mr Rantall says the association has assembled a team of financial advisers to lead discussion on the topics.

“Each qualified practitioner will blog and answer questions relating to their topic of expertise.

“One of our most popular initiatives is the Ask an Expert online forum, allowing all Australians to pose financial questions, no matter how simple or complex, and have them answered by an expert financial adviser.”

Mr Rantall says the drive will cover a broad range of financial issues, and he hopes the public will take advantage of it.