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How You Might Be Harming Your Financial Future Without Realising It

Without an intentional financial strategy to guide us, it’s easy to make mistakes that could harm our financial future.
Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner When it comes to managing money, emotions often play a bigger role than we think. Fear, excitement or even impatience can cloud our judgment and lead to poor financial decisions. Without an intentional financial strategy to guide us, it’s easy to make mistakes that could harm our financial future.[...]
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Smart Tips to Balance Family and Finances!

Smart Tips to Balance Family and Finances!
By Katlego Mei, CFP ® The sandwich generation in South Africa faces unique financial challenges, balancing the responsibilities of supporting ageing parents and raising children. This dual burden can strain financial resources and complicate long-term planning. In this article, I discuss a few tips that can help you plan optimally to address the challenges that[...]
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Diminished Mental Capacity and Financial Planning

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[...]
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Investing on Behalf of Your Children

Investing on behalf of your children
By Jonathan Theunissen, CFP ® Investing on behalf of your children is a thoughtful and generous act that can enable future opportunities for them. It goes beyond simply setting aside money; it involves strategic planning and an understanding of the legal and financial landscapes. By starting early, you can take advantage of compounding growth, potentially[...]
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Better navigating uncertain times

Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner In the wake of South Africa’s recent election, we find ourselves navigating a period of significant uncertainty. During such times, making sound financial decisions to secure our future becomes crucial. This article was inspired by a quote I recently came across at a function, “The best long-term investors are[...]
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Protecting Yourself Against Panic When Markets Fall

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[...]
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Balancing retirement and discretionary investments to achieve financial harmony

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[...]
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Enjoy the journey to financial freedom with smart money management

By Stienemarié Bonsma-Potgieter, CFP® – Financial Planner In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to overlook the importance of managing our finances effectively. While many of the younger generation have no long-term financial plan, there is also a growing concern that many of us may overlook the present, focusing only on long-term, future goals. While building[...]
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