The latest issue of the Short-term “Ombudsman’s Briefcase” contains an interesting case which highlights again the difficulty of complying with varying interpretations by overseeing bodies. We recently commented on two FAIS Ombud determinations […]
The FSB just released a document containing amended terms and conditions applicable to the Regulatory Exams. It clarifies several issues with which candidates experienced problems in the past and is applicable with immediate […]
Are you, as an experienced financial services provider, equally well equipped to manage the challenges confronting your business? The constant raft of regulatory changes necessitates a professional research and development function in even […]
Many people regard the 2015 RWC as the finest tournament ever, a sentiment I fully endorse. Thus far, 257 tries were scored, versus 201 penalties, which explain the positive sentiment. A total of […]
This article is made available with the kind permission of Miller’s Incorporated. “My business recently had to pursue disciplinary action against an employee. This was a difficult decision and process but we eventually […]
A draft response document to comments received from stakeholders and members of the public on this year’s proposed taxation laws and tax administration laws amendment Bills was published on 15 October 2015 by National Treasury […]
Earlier this year, Insight Discovery, a Middle East based strategic research company, in conjunction with Moonstone Information Refinery, conducted the first South African Investment Panorama survey. The purpose of the exercise was to […]
The dilemma facing financial services practices who are not obliged to appoint a compliance officer were highlighted recently by a rather frantic call from a one-person FSP after being informed by the FSB […]
It is not often that a determination by the FSB Appeal Board reveals some of the sad human realities of our society. The Appellant was debarred for two years for submitting false applications. […]
It is good to know that most local authorities follow developments overseas very carefully while transforming the industry, and consult widely. Three recent reports from Australia are of importance to the local industry. […]
The team announcement actually came as a relief after much speculation during the week, particularly regarding the inclusion of Victor Matfield and Jannie du Plessis. 15 Willie le Roux, 14 JP Pietersen, 13 […]
This article is made available with the kind permission of Miller’s Incorporated. With estate planning becoming more sophisticated, more and more trusts are being established. Simultaneously, divorces are increasing by around 8.6% per […]
There appears to be a major miscommunication between certain employers and their staff, judging by the volumes of questions we receive. “My employer said I must write the RE 1.” In 99% of these […]
The ASISA Board approved the implementation of the ASISA Standard on Effective Annual Cost (EAC) in August 2015. The EAC comprises four separate components into which various charges are allocated. Investment Management Charge The […]
Market volatility is something we are all accustomed to, but recent events have made investors more jittery than usual. China’s ‘Black Monday’ wiped hundreds of billions off the world’s financial markets last month […]
Hierdie artikel word gepubliseer met die goedgunstige toestemming van Van der Spuy en Vennote. Die munisipaliteit het my in kennis gestel dat hulle my elektrisiteitvoorsiening gaan afsny omdat daar uitstaande betalings ten opsigte […]
We recently advised readers of an extremely good offer (R199 only) to get their Promotion of Access to Information manuals in place. Unless we see yet another extension, the deadline is 31 December 2015. Even […]
