Here we keep you informed about the latest developments in the liquidation process of Brite Advisors Pty Ltd. If you’re a beneficiary, this post will break down the key events and actions taken by the Receivers and Managers. This is a short note to keep you up-to-date and ensure you understand what’s happening and how it affects you. We have focused on plain English to simplify the whole saga and technical language often used in cases like this.
This is part of a series of articles on the liquidation of Brite Advisers Pty
Key Points Beneficiaries Should Know:
1. Appointment of Receivers and Managers
- Date: 6 February 2024
- Details: Rob Kirman and Linda Smith were appointed by the Federal Court of Australia as Receivers and Managers of Brite Advisors. They are responsible for managing the company’s assets and properties and are also acting as liquidators.
2. Salesforce Data Issues
- Date: 9 May 2024
- Details: Salesforce, the platform holding critical data, accidentally deleted Brite Advisors’ data. The Receivers secured a backup and are working on rebuilding the data to ensure all beneficiary information is intact.
3. Application to Court for Directions
- Date: 20 May 2024
- Details: The Receivers filed an application to the Court seeking directions on calculating your entitlements as of 13 December 2023. This is crucial for ensuring that the distribution of assets is fair and accurate.
4. Court Hearings and Orders
- 22 May 2024: The Court granted some of the orders requested by the Receivers, including the need to contact beneficiaries directly.
- 27 May 2024: An update was sent confirming these orders and notifying about the rescheduled hearing.
- 5 June 2024: The Court approved the transfer of assets held by Interactive Brokers to a specific account, which will help in rebalancing and managing your investments efficiently.
5. Asset Transfer and Management
- What Happened: The Receivers agreed with Interactive Brokers on the steps needed to transfer and manage the assets held in various accounts. This includes moving assets to a single account for better visibility and control.
- Next Steps: This transfer is to be completed within 7 business days from the order (by mid-June 2024).
6. Ongoing Updates and Communication
- Regular Updates: The Receivers are committed to keeping you informed through regular updates. You can access these updates and additional information on their website.
- Contact Information: If you have any questions that aren’t answered on the FAQ page, you can contact the Receivers directly via email at briteadvisors@mcgrathnicol.com.