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Building Wealth the Springbok Way: Stay Calm Under Pressure (Part 2)

by Frank Daubenton
Posted on September 7, 2026
in Financial planning, Investing, Money Management

By Frank Daubenton, CFP® A Test match between the Springboks and the All Blacks can change in a matter of minutes. A missed tackle, a yellow card or an unexpected try can shift the momentum. Strong teams do not abandon their structure every time the game turns against them. They regain control, return to the[...]

by Frank Daubenton
Posted on August 31, 2026
in Estate planning, Financial planning, Investing

By Frank Daubenton, CFP® When the Springboks face the All Blacks, attention often falls on the big moments. A powerful scrum, a breakaway try or a match-winning kick can define the result. Yet those moments are built on something less visible: preparation, structure and discipline. The same is true of wealth. Financial success rarely comes[...]

By Frank Daubenton, CFP ® Most people will spend weeks planning a holiday. They compare destinations, read reviews, consider risks, evaluate costs and think carefully about the experience they want. Flights are researched, accommodation is scrutinised and alternatives are weighed up. The decision-making process is often deliberate because the outcome feels immediate and tangible. Yet[...]

By Frank Daubenton, CFP ® When people hear the words Swiss investing or Swiss banking, certain ideas often come to mind: stability, sophistication and wealth preservation. Yet for long-term investors, the real value of Swiss investment structures may have less to do with perception and more to do with something practical — how wealth is[...]

By Frank Daubenton, CFP® SpaceX is one of the most talked-about investment opportunities of the current decade. It has evolved far beyond the image of a startup, becoming a strategically important business in aerospace, communications and internet infrastructure through initiatives like Starlink. Yet despite its prominence, SpaceX remains unlisted, which means investors cannot simply buy[...]

By Frank Daubenton, CFP® Property feels safe because it is visible, tangible, and familiar. Retirement changes the test. At that stage, the question is no longer whether property can grow in value. The real question is whether it supports income stability, liquidity, and peace of mind. Why property appeals to retirees Many retirees trust property[...]

By Frank Daubenton, CFP® Retirement can simplify your lifestyle. It often complicates your tax position. The difference between a comfortable income and unnecessary tax can come down to where your money is drawn from and how those income streams are structured. Why retirees often pay more tax than necessary Many retirees pay more tax than[...]

By Frank Daubenton, CFP ® Every retiree eventually asks the same question. How much can I safely draw each month without running out of money? It is a reasonable question, but it is often answered in the wrong way. Too many retirement conversations start with percentages. Drawdown rates, returns, and assumptions dominate the discussion. None[...]

By Frank Daubenton, CFP® Property decisions in later life are rarely neutral. A home carries memory, identity, and comfort. That makes the financial choices harder, and often delayed. Yet housing is usually one of the largest asset on a retiree’s balance sheet. Decisions around it deserve clear thinking before emotions take over. Whether you sell[...]

By Frank Daubenton, CFP ® When parents talk about sending a child to university, the focus is usually academic. Which institution. Which degree. Which country. The financial discussion often comes later, once acceptance letters arrive and deadlines are tight. That order creates pressure. University is one of the largest financial commitments most families will ever[...]

Author: Frank Daubenton

Building Wealth the Springbok Way: Stay Calm Under Pressure (Part 2)

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