Financial pressure shapes South Africans’ views on two-pot options
Survey finds that 57% are comfortable with having access to their savings, while 29% are concerned about the impact on their long-term savings.
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How your money personality shapes year-end spending
Recognising the three key traits – prudence, anxiety, and prestige – can help individuals manage their spending habits and avoid financial stress
Two pots: most Alexforbes members who have claimed will do so again
The company says 32% of its membership base have submitted claims with a value of about R6.5 billion.
Choosing the best life cover for your clients: key questions to ask
Choosing the best life insurance for your clients is about more than comparing prices. It’s about ensuring the cover meets their unique risks and needs, from income protection to cancer care, says Bidvest Life’s Mark Neil.
Video Interview: Should the two-pot system result in new investment strategies?
Old Mutual’s Andrew Davison highlights why the two-pot system could lead to better retirement outcomes – and what trustees and advisers need to consider to make it happen.
How to avoid the post-holiday debt hangover: budgeting tips for a stress-free new year
Instead of treating a year-end bonus as disposable income, incorporate it into your financial planning by focusing on debt repayment, savings, or long-term investments such as further education.
When retirement dreams clash with reality: the case for early benefit counselling
Earlier counselling can help members to make more sustainable financial choices, allowing them to embrace retirement with less stress and greater financial integrity.
Rising costs prompt members to weigh medical scheme options
Downgrading to a lower plan may appear to be a cost-saving strategy, but it frequently results in increased out-of-pocket expenses.
Future-proofing financial advice: key strategies for a changing landscape
Alexforbes’s Gielie de Swardt shares insights on optimising client engagement, leveraging partnerships, and adapting to tech advancements.
Unlock your future: affordable pathways to qualifications in wealth management and short-term insurance
Aspiring financial professionals can pursue their qualifications at Moonstone Business School of Excellence through various bursary and funding options.
How financial advisers can attract millennials with income protection solutions
Bidvest Life’s Nic Smit suggests shifting from the traditional approach of leading with death coverage to focusing on income protection when engaging younger clients.
Strategies for brokers to address common misconceptions around gap cover
How to show your clients that gap cover can be the missing piece in their overall healthcare and financial protection strategy.
Beware the payback trap of the 60/40 portfolio
In investing, one key factor is often overlooked: the payback period. Understanding duration can reshape your portfolio strategy and help you manage risk more effectively.
Tribunal upholds financial planner’s actions in annuity rate dispute
The planner acted in the client’s best interest, highlighting the importance of clear communication and thorough record-keeping in financial advice.
Opportunity for young professionals to start their financial journey in the right way
Various financial practices will provide essential insights and guidance to young professionals at an event in Cape Town.
Advisers should not underestimate the implications of the two-pot system for financial planning
Financial advisers should understand the broader implications on tax planning, retirement savings, and investment strategies to guide their clients effectively.
Excellence in action: MBSE students rank high in CFP® exam
As MBSE students earn top-five ranks in the CFP® Professional Competency Exam, the school is already gearing up for the 2025 introduction of the Capstone Project, a new assessment model.
