Our investment journey starts from as early as our first paycheck. To help navigate the confusing and seemingly infinite number…
The do’s and don’ts around drawing up a will may seem old-fashioned and outdated, but they are ultimately there to…
When you start to think of and plan for your death, the first step is to have a will, taking care to ensure that the will is valid and can be held up in court if need be, and that it provides for your loved ones in the most optimal and practical manner. Let us
In Part One of this series on why it is important to plan for death, we considered what will happen if you die without a will and the risk associated with having no input on who will inherit from your estate. We also looked at why it is important to nominate an executor in your
Dying is not a concern for the dead but can become a living nightmare for the loved ones that are left behind. They can suffer financial stress, added emotional trauma and endless administration agony. Therefore, having your affairs in order could be a very important last act of kindness that you can give your loved
In part one of our discussion on achieving financial success in the new year, we considered the importance of planning for specific financial goals, having and reviewing an emergency fund, the importance of prioritising paying off short-term debt, and, finally, benefiting from annual tax reliefs. In this article, we will consider the importance of reviewing
Plan for your financial goals “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail” – the wise words of Benjamin Franklin ring true even centuries on for the reason that it is an undeniable fact of life. Sitting down and planning what financial goals you want to achieve and what the time horizons for
The past week has seen the local economy and the big players who operate in them buckling themselves in for a somewhat wild ride. The local government elections held on Monday also has a big effect on stock prices and companies. We’ve put together a small spotlight on the notable goings on in the SA