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Merging Money: How to Successfully Combine Finances as a Couple

By Jonathan Theunissen, CFP ® Money is one of the most common sources of stress in relationships, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re newly married or moving towards marriage, aligning your approach to money can create harmony, build wealth, and strengthen your relationship. While there are different ways couples can manage their finances,[...]

Without an intentional financial strategy to guide us, it’s easy to make mistakes that could harm our financial future.

by Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter
Posted on February 4, 2025
in Financial planning, Investing, Money Management

Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner When it comes to managing money, emotions often play a bigger role than we think. Fear, excitement or even impatience can cloud our judgment and lead to poor financial decisions. Without an intentional financial strategy to guide us, it’s easy to make mistakes that could harm our financial future.[...]

Start the New Year Right: Financial Planning Tips

By Jonathan Theunissen, CFP ® The holiday season is a great time to look ahead and set the stage for a financially successful new year. Whether you’re working toward a specific investment goal or just wanting to get a better grip on your budget, why not set some time aside to take charge of your[...]

Short-Term Gain, Long-Term Pain: The Cost of Dipping Into Your Savings Pot

The Cost of Dipping Into Your Savings Pot Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner The two-pot retirement savings system has been active in South Africa for over three months, with withdrawal numbers making headlines. While much has been said about why this legislative change happened, how the system works, and the taxes involved, it’s essential[...]

The festive season can bring joy and excitement, but it also poses significant financial challenges, especially for South Africans facing rising living costs.

By Katlego Mei, CFP ® The festive season can bring joy and excitement, but it also poses significant financial challenges, especially for South Africans facing rising living costs. To help you enjoy the holidays without falling into debt, here are tips I’ve tried and tested to manage my finances effectively during this time. Create and[...]

by Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter
Posted on November 19, 2024
in Financial planning, Money Management, Uncategorized

Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner No one goes into marriage with the intention of divorcing but unfortunately it is sometimes part of life. Divorce brings forward a lot of changes, including to your financial life. Understandably this is a very difficult time but planning your financial future after divorce is essential, especially when children[...]

Navigating Market Turbulence: The Power of Long-Term Equity Investing

The Power of Long-Term Equity Investing By Jonathan Theunissen, CFP ® The history of stock markets shows an undeniable truth: over time, markets have consistently risen despite political changes, economic crises, and world-shaking events. The chart below, which tracks market growth over decades of U.S. presidential administrations, powerfully illustrates this. It paints a clear picture:[...]

Smart Tips to Balance Family and Finances!

By Katlego Mei, CFP ® The sandwich generation in South Africa faces unique financial challenges, balancing the responsibilities of supporting ageing parents and raising children. This dual burden can strain financial resources and complicate long-term planning. In this article, I discuss a few tips that can help you plan optimally to address the challenges that[...]

Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner Have you noticed a pattern in increased spending as your income increases? This subtle increase in spending is known as lifestyle creep, and it can quickly derail your financial progress. Alongside it, tax creep occurs when higher earnings push you into a higher tax bracket, leaving you with less[...]

How Retirement Funds Are Dealt with in Divorce: Navigating Complex Financial Decisions Across Different Marriage Types

Navigating Complex Financial Decisions Across Different Marriage Types By Jonathan Theunissen, CFP ® Divorce is never easy, and when retirement funds are involved, the financial complexities can add additional stress. In South Africa, the treatment of retirement products during divorce is governed by a series of legislative provisions, including the Divorce Act 70 of 1979,[...]

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Merging Money: How to Successfully Combine Finances as a Couple

How You Might Be Harming Your Financial Future Without Realising It

Start the New Year Right: Financial Planning Tips

Short-Term Gain, Long-Term Pain:

Celebrate Smart: Your Guide to Enjoying the Festive Season Without Breaking the Bank!

Navigating Your Finances After Divorce

Navigating Market Turbulence:

Smart Tips to Balance Family and Finances!

How to manage lifestyle and tax creep

How Retirement Funds Are Dealt with in Divorce:

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