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Protecting Yourself Against Panic When Markets Fall

by Katlego Mei
Posted on June 11, 2024
in Financial planning, Investing, Money Management

By Katlego Mei, CFP® The stock market can be unpredictable, causing sudden and dramatic changes in value that can leave even experienced investors feeling anxious and uncertain. When markets are falling, it’s natural to feel a sense of panic and uncertainty about the future of your investments. Emotions such as fear, greed, and anxiety can[...]

by Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter
Posted on June 6, 2024
in Financial planning, Investing, Retirement

Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner On the road to financial freedom, it is easy to become fixated on retirement savings, often at the expense of other valuable investment opportunities. While prioritising retirement funds is an important building block for long-term planning, relying solely on them can limit your financial flexibility and overall well-being. The[...]

by Warren Ingram
Posted on May 30, 2024
in Financial planning, Investing, Retirement

By Warren Ingram, CFP® Co-founder of Galileo Capital. It is common for investors to think that they should reduce the risk of their investments as they approach retirement. The primary motivation is to protect the precious capital that investors have accumulated over their careers. Unfortunately, selecting the certainty provided by low-risk investments at retirement could[...]

By Jonathan Theunissen, CFP® – Financial Planner The Benefits of Consolidating Investments onto Fewer Platforms In the intricate world of wealth management, the strategic consolidation of investments onto fewer platforms can offer substantial benefits, particularly for high-net-worth families and individuals. Streamlining your investment holdings not only simplifies your financial life but also enhances cost efficiency and[...]

Retired couple enjoying financial freedom

by Jonathan Theunissen
Posted on May 9, 2024
in Financial planning, Investing, Retirement

By Jonathan Theunissen, CFP® – Financial Planner Sixty-five is the age most associated with retirement, largely because it’s when Social Security payments in the US have historically begun paying out. When President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act in 1935, the average life expectancy was only about 61 years. Over the course of the[...]

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 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 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[...]

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Protecting Yourself Against Panic When Markets Fall

Balancing retirement and discretionary investments to achieve financial harmony

Invest For Growth When You Are Near Retirement.

The Benefits of Consolidating Investments onto Fewer Platforms

What’s Your Retirement Dream?

Invest According to Your Goals, Not What Your Neighbour Says

Nurturing Financial Wellbeing: Understanding Your Financial Personality

The Real Deal on Residential Property Investment: Pros and Cons

Raising money-smart kids

Unlocking financial success

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