There is a rat in my car – Am I covered?
The lyrics of a UB40 song reads “There’s a rat in my kitchen what am I gonna do?” The song also relates to the owner of a Porsche, who discovered a resident rat […]
Appeals Board ruling puts Centriq–Dis-Chem partnership on the line
In Circular 48, the CMS signals tougher enforcement against exempted insurers, warning that non-compliant branding and failure to notify regulators will attract decisive action.
Drone technology – An empowering game changer
One type of insurance technology many insurance companies are using nowadays is drones. According to DeLoitte there are two strategic objectives: better risk management through improved data collection, and reduced operational costs through […]
FSCA Tribunal orders FAIS Ombud to reconsider determination
The findings of a hearing by the FSCA Tribunal in the Van Zyl case heard on 25 June 2019 should result in serious introspection by the office of the FAIS Ombud. Whilst not […]
Local CIS investors cautious – Opting for interest over equities
The local Collective Investment Schemes (CIS) industry completed the second quarter of this year with assets under management of R2.4 trillion, spread across 1 607 portfolios. Almost half of these assets were held in South […]
Local CIS investors cautious – Opting for interest over equities
The local Collective Investment Schemes (CIS) industry completed the second quarter of this year with assets under management of R2.4 trillion, spread across 1 607 portfolios. Almost half of these assets were held in South […]
International investments – Consider tax implications
South Africans are overburdened with taxes, and it’s only set to get worse. If you or your clients are considering investing internationally, you should be aware of the tax requirements when deciding on […]
International investments – Consider tax implications
South Africans are overburdened with taxes, and it’s only set to get worse. If you or your clients are considering investing internationally, you should be aware of the tax requirements when deciding on […]
What are Megatrends and how is it relevant to investing?
Megatrends are powerful, transformative forces that could change the global economy, business and society. Megatrends have been changing the way we live for centuries. But how are megatrends relevant to investing? A new […]
Embrace technology – Up close and personal is the new trend
In his third article of a mini-series for IFA Magazine, Jon Pittham of ClientsFirst considers how planners can harness the power of technology to support the human nature of the financial planning process. […]
Embrace technology – Up close and personal is the new trend
In his third article of a mini-series for IFA Magazine, Jon Pittham of ClientsFirst considers how planners can harness the power of technology to support the human nature of the financial planning process. […]
Vehicle Crime in South Africa – Report reveals the hot spots
Tracker South Africa recently issued a report that revealed when and where the most vehicle crimes occur in South Africa. The statistics, from Tracker’s 1.1 million installed vehicle base, cover vehicle theft and […]
Vehicle Crime in South Africa – Report reveals the hot spots
Tracker South Africa recently issued a report that revealed when and where the most vehicle crimes occur in South Africa. The statistics, from Tracker’s 1.1 million installed vehicle base, cover vehicle theft and […]
National Credit Amendment Bill – Why the banks are concerned
Last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the controversial National Credit Amendment Bill into law. In short, the legislation will provide debt relief for consumers who earn R7 500 per month or less and have […]
National Credit Amendment Bill – Why the banks are concerned
Last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the controversial National Credit Amendment Bill into law. In short, the legislation will provide debt relief for consumers who earn R7 500 per month or less and have […]
Motor claims – Circumstantial evidence may lead to rejection
During 2018, the Short-term Ombud (OSTI) finalised a total of 9 474 formal complaints with 48% of these related to motor vehicle insurance. The majority of these complaints considered by OSTI, at 74%, were […]
Motor claims – Circumstantial evidence may lead to rejection
During 2018, the Short-term Ombud (OSTI) finalised a total of 9 474 formal complaints with 48% of these related to motor vehicle insurance. The majority of these complaints considered by OSTI, at 74%, were […]
KZN Advanced Broker Training – Registration closes on 22 August
The Council for Medical Schemes will be hosting an advanced training programme for accredited healthcare brokers in the KZN province on 29 August 2019. The cost for the one-day workshop is R1 500 and will cover […]
