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Navigating Your Finances After Divorce

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,[...]

Crafting Your Financial Roadmap: The Key to a Lasting Legacy

By Katlego Mei, CFP ® Last week, we celebrated Financial Planning Week. It got me thinking about the importance of having a financial plan and how it has impacted my life. I most certainly have peace of mind knowing that my wife and children will be financially secure should I die; I’ve also got a[...]

Empowering Women: Overcoming Financial Challenges for a Secure Future

Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner Women can face unique challenges when it comes to building their financial freedom. These challenges can affect their personal finances and investments, but by addressing them, women can take steps to improve their financial wellbeing and achieve their goals. Common Financial Challenges Many women take on the responsibility of[...]

Now that we are in a cycle of reducing inflation and consequently reducing interest rates, it is worth reviewing how inflation affects your retirement and what you can do to protect yourself from inflation in the future.

by Warren Ingram
Posted on October 1, 2024
in Investing, Money Management, Retirement

By Warren Ingram. CFP® Now that we are in a cycle of reducing inflation and consequently reducing interest rates, it is worth reviewing how inflation affects your retirement and what you can do to protect yourself from inflation in the future. How does inflation affect your retirement? When the cost of living increases rapidly, central[...]

Lasting Wealth: How to Stretch Your Retirement Savings

by Katlego Mei
Posted on September 25, 2024
in Budgeting, Financial planning, Retirement

by Katlego Mei, CFP® Making your retirement savings last longer is a concern for many retirees, especially in South Africa, where economic pressures can significantly impact financial stability. With careful planning and strategic management of your finances, you can enhance the longevity of your retirement savings. Here are several effective strategies to help you achieve[...]

Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner When it comes to planning your financial future, one important factor to consider is your risk tolerance. Simply put, risk tolerance is how comfortable you are with the possibility of losing money in the short term in order to achieve long-term financial goals. Some people are comfortable with taking[...]

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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:

Crafting Your Financial Roadmap: The Key to a Lasting Legacy

Empowering Women: Overcoming Financial Challenges for a Secure Future

Inflation And Your Retirement

Lasting Wealth: How to Stretch Your Retirement Savings

Understanding Your Risk Tolerance

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