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Why Investors Spend More Time Choosing Holidays Than Structuring Wealth

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 Katlego Mei, CFP ® Many professionals reach a point where full-time work still matters but the pace no longer fits the life they want. You might want to keep earning, mentor, consult, or stay connected, just on different terms. A soft-landing career change is a planned shift from full-time employment to a more flexible[...]

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 Jonathan Theunissen, CFP ® For many South Africans approaching retirement, the biggest challenge is not whether they have saved enough. It is what comes next once the payslip stops. After years — often decades — of structured routines, professional identity, and daily interaction with colleagues, stepping away from work can feel deeply unsettling. While[...]

by Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter
Posted on May 30, 2025
in Finance, Financial planning, Investing, Retirement

by Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner Many people find themselves thinking about common questions regarding the financial landscape and how it affects their investment portfolio. What can we expect from the markets this year? Will the Rand strengthen or weaken? How will interest rates move? Additionally, with significant global events, such as the potential[...]

By Katlego Mei, CFP ® Moving forward financially after the death of a spouse can be a daunting task. Especially during a time of grief and emotional turmoil. It was challenging for my mum. Fortunately, my dad had structured his affairs relatively simply and ensured she was cared for. She also had emotional support from[...]

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,[...]

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[...]

Retirement

Why Investors Spend More Time Choosing Holidays Than Structuring Wealth

Planning a Soft-Landing Career Change or Semi-Retirement

Tax in Retirement: How to Keep More of Your Income

How Much Is Enough? Turning Retirement Savings Into a Reliable Monthly Income

Retirement Is More Than a Number: Navigating the Emotional Shift Away from Work

Invest in Preparedness, Not Prediction

How to rebuild your finances after losing a spouse

How Retirement Funds Are Dealt with in Divorce:

Inflation And Your Retirement

Lasting Wealth: How to Stretch Your Retirement Savings

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