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Personal Financial planning

The Importance of Having a Financial Plan for Your Future

In this blog post, we will explore the importance of having a financial plan for your future and the benefits it can bring to your life. Whether you are starting your career or nearing retirement, having a financial plan can make all the difference in achieving your financial aspirations.

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Inflation and Your Personal Financial Plan

Inflation is a critical economic concept that affects everyone, whether they realize it or not. In South Africa, inflation has been a constant feature of the economy for decades, and it can have significant implications for your financial plans.

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Financial Goals You Should be Setting for 2023

As we enter the new year, our financial advisors believe that it's important to take a moment to reflect on our financial goals and plan to achieve them.

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Saying Goodbye to 2022 and Hello to a New Opportunity

Our financial advisors have learned over the years that financial planning does not have to be over-complicated and although it may feel overwhelming to some, all it really comes down to is taking small, calculated steps towards a bright and stable financial future.

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Planning Financially for Your First Child

It’s no secret that there are tremendous costs that come with raising a child but there are ways that you can prepare, ensuring you give your children the opportunities they deserve. Knowing what expenses to expect is the first step and in this article, we discuss some of these expenses.

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How to Spend Your Annual Bonus: Don’t!

With the year coming to a speedy end, we thought it would be wise to share some tips on how to spend your bonus this year. Spoiler alert – we don’t want you to spend it at all. Instead, we want you to use it in ways that will help you reach your goals.

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Why You Need a Financial Advisor to Help You Plan for Retirement

Although there are countless benefits of working with a financial planner, we are going to look at four that stand out, especially when it comes to retirement planning.

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Is it Too Late to Start Saving for Retirement?

We often get asked “how late is too late to start saving for retirement?” The simple answer is that it’s never too late. No matter how late you start saving, or how much you save, every bit counts towards a more comfortable retirement.

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Here's How to Be Debt Free Before Retirement

One of the biggest enemies of financial security is debt and everyone should endeavour to be debt free, especially before retiring. We share tips on how to be debt free before retirement, so you can spend your savings on living a happy, comfortable life rather than on clearing your name.

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Should I Liquidate my Assets to Pay for my Retirement?

Saving enough money for retirement is a challenging task and our worst enemy is inflation. What you save today may very well be half its worth by the time you retire. Unless you earn an above average monthly salary, the chances that you will save enough money to retire comfortably while maintaining your current lifestyle are sadly low.

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