CPD Fit and Proper requirements – Don’t get caught in the rain again
The annual CPD cycle ends on 31 May 2019. With only a few days left to attain your required number of FAIS related CPD hours for the current CPD cycle, it’s also a good time […]
FSCA licenses most crypto provider applicants – as enforcement tightens
The rising number of investigations and inspections underline a shift from registration to active supervision.
Strong CIS inflows – Industry stats show high positive trend
The local Collective Investment Schemes (CIS) industry reported strong net inflows of R52.8 billion in the first quarter of this year, the third highest quarterly net inflows recorded in five years. This is […]
Strong CIS inflows – Industry stats show high positive trend
The local Collective Investment Schemes (CIS) industry reported strong net inflows of R52.8 billion in the first quarter of this year, the third highest quarterly net inflows recorded in five years. This is […]
Online marketing – What are the common mistakes that financial advisors make?
In a recent blog post, Jack Waymire shares 10 common mistakes when it comes to online marketing for financial advisors. “You’re a financial advisor and you’re online – that’s great! But are you […]
Cyber Crime affecting your business? – Five tips to prevent it
The Internet, mobile phones, and other current computer technologies link people and businesses together like never before. There are numerous prevention methods, but here are 5 ways to prevent Cyber Crime from affecting […]
Scams and get-rich-quick schemes – Tips and warning signals
As part of the FSCA’s Consumer Education Departments’ mandate to provide guidance to consumers in order to make better financial choices and to live a financially successful life, regular articles are published on […]
Financial Services Tribunal – When can I refer a FAIS Ombud determination?
In the past editions, we have published many articles on the outcome of various FAIS Ombud as well as Financial Services Tribunal decisions, highlighting legislation and regulatory requirements as well as many guidelines […]
Savings rate at all time low – South Africans are saving less
Investec and GIBS publish the Investec GIBS Saving Index, which measures South Africa’s savings rate and the country’s savings behaviour. In a radio interview, Dr Adrian Saville, CEO of Cannon Asset Managers and […]
Earn 5 CPD hours – Register for “The Trust Dilemma”
In the absence of trust, no relationship can be sustained. Trust, therefore, forms the basis of any relationship. MBSE has developed a course to equip delegates with all the necessary tools and skills […]
New Financial Sector Ombud provisions postponed – Commencement date of Chapter 14 changed to 1 September 2019
LegalBrief Today reported as follows on the postponement of the establishment of an Ombud council and recognising industry Ombud schemes contained in the FSR Act: “The commencement date of Chapter 14 of the 2017 […]
Credit Insurance – Does it cover the self-employed?
Credit life or credit protection plans are insurance policies that afford cover to consumers of credit to provide assurance that in the event of their death, disability, terminal illness or retrenchment, the outstanding […]
Credit Insurance – Does it cover the self-employed?
Credit life or credit protection plans are insurance policies that afford cover to consumers of credit to provide assurance that in the event of their death, disability, terminal illness or retrenchment, the outstanding […]
FSCA Retirement Funds Workshop – Application for registration closes tomorrow
The FSCA’s Retirement Funds Supervision Division (RFSD) will be hosting a one-day workshop to provide guidance for trustees on some of the important aspects of the Pension Funds Act, 1956 and Financial Sector […]
FSCA Retirement Funds Workshop – Application for registration closes tomorrow
The FSCA’s Retirement Funds Supervision Division (RFSD) will be hosting a one-day workshop to provide guidance for trustees on some of the important aspects of the Pension Funds Act, 1956 and Financial Sector […]
South Africans turn to Google for financial advice – What are the questions they ask?
Google recently revealed the list of the most-Googled questions they get on saving money. Moneyweb reported that South Africans are also turning to Google for financial advice with ‘what is bitcoin?’, ‘where to […]
South Africans turn to Google for financial advice – What are the questions they ask?
Google recently revealed the list of the most-Googled questions they get on saving money. Moneyweb reported that South Africans are also turning to Google for financial advice with ‘what is bitcoin?’, ‘where to […]
The use of online templates – Be cautious as one size won’t fit all
Most of us have searched online for templates, for instance for a will, employment agreement or even a divorce settlement agreement. In a recent FIN24 article Alex Townsend, a candidate attorney at Gillan […]
