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Invest According to Your Goals, Not What Your Neighbour Says

By Katlego Mei, CFP® Investing appropriately is a crucial step towards securing your financial future, but it can be daunting. Nowadays, so much information is available on the internet and on social media. Our friends, neighbours, social media influencers, and family members seem to have lots of ideas about how we should invest. It’s easy[...]

by Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner In the world of financial planning, it’s easy to get caught up in complex strategies and big investment words. Sometimes, the simplest tool can be the most powerful. That’s where cash can play a role. In this article, we’re going to explore how cash can support you in[...]

By Jonathan Theunissen, CFP® – Financial Planner In personal finance, understanding your financial personality is key to achieving both economic stability and emotional wellbeing. Each individual has a unique approach to money management, shaped by their attitudes, behaviours, and experiences. By recognizing these traits and adopting micro-actions tailored to your financial personality, you can move[...]

By Warren Ingram, CFP® IntroductionResidential property investment is often promoted as a great way to accumulate wealth. The benefits, we are told, include passive income through rent as well as capital growth from rising house prices. In addition, there are the benefits of owning a tangible asset rather than an intangible asset like a share,[...]

by Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter
Posted on March 12, 2024
in Estate planning, Financial planning, Investing

by Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner In South Africa, only around 6% of people can retire comfortably and maintain their pre-retirement lifestyle. This is a concerning statistic. The sooner we start saving and investing, the better our retirement outcomes will be. We can also help improve the retirement statistics by not only taking control[...]

By Frank Daubenton, CFP® Introduction: Succession planning is a critical aspect of any business’s long-term sustainability and growth, and independent financial advisers (IFAs) in South Africa are no exception. As these professionals navigate the complexities of the financial industry, they must also consider the future of their practices. A well-thought-out succession plan ensures the seamless transition[...]

by Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter
Posted on February 29, 2024
in Budgeting, Financial planning, Investing

By Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner Saving and investing can seem like an intimidating task, especially when life is continuously throwing curveballs. There are a lot of challenges that can keep us from starting the journey to financial freedom. Let’s look at some obstacles and identify practical ways to overcome them. Common barriers to[...]

By Jonathan Theunissen Selecting a financial planner is a crucial step toward financial security and freedom. Whether planning for retirement, managing investments, or seeking guidance on debt reduction, finding the right financial planner can make a significant difference in achieving your financial goals. In this article, I explore how to choose a financial planner and[...]

By Anna Mabote (Portfolio Management Support at Galileo Asset Managers) Contrary to popular belief, investing in offshore markets is not exclusively reserved for the wealthy. Today’s world of economic globalization and interconnectedness has made it possible for anyone to invest in offshore markets and optimize the returns on their investment portfolio. Considering that South Africa[...]

by Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner As we kick off a new year and reflect on the year that passed, it is normal to try predicting what the year will hold and how to adapt your investments accordingly. We should tread lightly when making predictions as they can cost us dearly when we get[...]

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