Emigrating – Insurance product considerations
Currently South African expats receive a tax exemption on their foreign income if they are outside the country for more than 183 days in total and for a continuous period of 60 days within a […]
A closer look at dividend-focused investing
High-yield equities can smooth volatility and generate reliable income, helping investors to balance growth and defence across bull and bear phases.
Low Cost Benefit Options exemption – Council for Medical Schemes update
Towards the end of 2019, the Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) published two circulars announcing its future plans for Low Cost Benefit Options (LCBO) and the Demarcation Exemption Framework. The timing and one-sidedness […]
Qualify to become a Compliance Officer – Moonstone offers reduced rates for limited time
Compliance Officers generally provide compliance services to the management of a company, to assist them in discharging their responsibilities in compliance with various regulatory as well as legislative requirements. Moonstone’s Occupational Certificate: Compliance Officer (NQF level 6) […]
Fintech – What can possibly happen in 2020?
The fintech space has seen a lot of exposure in the last few months, from international reports to the release of the Fintech Landscaping Report by the Intergovernmental Fintech Working Group (IFWG). In […]
Advanced Certificate in Financial Planning – Essential foundation to become a professional financial planner
Looking for a qualification that could give you an edge in the financial planning industry, but cost is an issue? Now is the perfect time to consider enrolling for Moonstone’s Advanced Certificate in […]
Advanced Certificate in Financial Planning – Essential foundation to become a professional financial planner
Looking for a qualification that could give you an edge in the financial planning industry, but cost is an issue? Now is the perfect time to consider enrolling for Moonstone’s Advanced Certificate in […]
Debt counselling demystified – Why your client’s problem is also yours
Historically, indebted people will very often reduce or cancel contributions to financial products. For this reason, the industry needs to come to the party to address the problem. The extent of the problem […]
Debt counselling demystified – Why your client’s problem is also yours
Historically, indebted people will very often reduce or cancel contributions to financial products. For this reason, the industry needs to come to the party to address the problem. The extent of the problem […]
Lack of transformation results in draft guidelines – Steps to address perceived unfair allocation in ST aftermarket
The Competition Commission has recently published draft Guidelines for Competition in the South African Automotive Aftermarket Industry. The aftermarket is the auto industry’s after-sales market and includes vehicle parts, equipment, replacement tires, service […]
Lack of transformation results in draft guidelines – Steps to address perceived unfair allocation in ST aftermarket
The Competition Commission has recently published draft Guidelines for Competition in the South African Automotive Aftermarket Industry. The aftermarket is the auto industry’s after-sales market and includes vehicle parts, equipment, replacement tires, service […]
Court ruling in favour of CMS – Creates precedent for medical schemes
A court ruling has empowered consumers to force their medical aids to fund any drug or medical care a doctor considers necessary to treat any disease that falls under the “Prescribed Minimum Benefits” […]
Court ruling in favour of CMS – Creates precedent for medical schemes
A court ruling has empowered consumers to force their medical aids to fund any drug or medical care a doctor considers necessary to treat any disease that falls under the “Prescribed Minimum Benefits” […]
MBSE’s Higher Certificate – Affordable payment options
Stricter regulation since 30 September 2004 has led to very demanding fit and proper requirements as part of the professionalisation of the financial services industry. New entrants often contact the Moonstone Business School […]
MBSE’s Higher Certificate – Affordable payment options
Stricter regulation since 30 September 2004 has led to very demanding fit and proper requirements as part of the professionalisation of the financial services industry. New entrants often contact the Moonstone Business School […]
Saving money top priority for South Africans – Good news for financial advisers
South Africans have resolved to save money this year, according to the results of an online YouGov survey commissioned by YouTube. According to the survey, 59% of South African adults have set this […]
Investing in bonds – Are conditions favourable now?
In a recent opinion piece, Londa Nxumalo, co-portfolio manager of the Allan Gray Bond Fund, argues that the threat of a downgrade by Moody’s to sub-investment grade is significant and could negatively affect […]
Investing in bonds – Are conditions favourable now?
In a recent opinion piece, Londa Nxumalo, co-portfolio manager of the Allan Gray Bond Fund, argues that the threat of a downgrade by Moody’s to sub-investment grade is significant and could negatively affect […]
