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How to manage lifestyle and tax creep

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[...]

Diminished Mental Capacity and Financial Planning

By Jonathan Theunissen, CFP ® As medical advancements continue to extend life expectancy, more individuals are living longer, increasing the prevalence of dementia and other forms of mental incapacity. This shift places significant emotional and financial pressure on families, who must navigate the complex process of safeguarding the financial well-being of their loved ones. Understanding[...]

by Katlego Mei, CFP® Getting married is a significant milestone that brings joy and excitement, but it also introduces new financial responsibilities and challenges. As a newlywed couple, it’s essential to establish a sound financial plan that aligns with your goals and values. Here are key considerations to guide you in creating a robust financial[...]

How Your Investments Are Impacted by Estate Duty

Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner Planning for the future involves more than just growing your wealth—it’s also about ensuring that your assets are handled according to your wishes after you pass away. In South Africa, when a person dies, all their worldwide assets, including investments, form part of their estate and may be subject[...]

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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

Diminished Mental Capacity and Financial Planning

Financial Planning Tips for Newlyweds

How Your Investments Are Impacted by Estate Duty

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