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17 Jan 2019

Is 2019 an opportunity for a new insurance compact?

By Donald Dinnie, CEO of Natmed Medical Defence Spare a thought for Momentum and its Ganas Life claim debacle which occurred towards the end of 2018. Momentum was correct in law in avoiding the insured’s life policy for material non-disclosure, a position affirmed by the relevant ombudsman, but lost in the court of public opinion...
16 Jan 2019

The economic impact of the Kenya attacks

A new generation of Islamist militants is seeking to undermine a recent recovery of the tourism sector and to frustrate Kenya’s economic trajectory by staging a high-profile attack on expatriates and foreign businesses.  This is according to Dr Robert Besseling of EXX Africa.
16 Jan 2019

12 of the most common questions investors ask about the Section 12J tax incentive

By Jonti Osher and Dino Zuccollo, founder members of the Section 12J Association of South Africa and fund managers at Westbrooke Alternative Asset Management. As South Africans return to work in 2019, many will be considering whether to reduce their February tax liability by taking advantage of the Section 12J tax deduction. For every R100...
15 Jan 2019

Managing your budget is key to surviving tough economic times

By Danie Esterhuyse, Senior Financial Adviser at PPS. The New Year brings in new hope and resolutions to achieve. For many professionals, one of the most common resolution is better management of their finances.
15 Jan 2019

Are financial advisers the new life coaches?

By Jacques Coetzer, General Manager at Sanlam Personal Finance: Broker Distribution. Financial – and maybe even life – coaching seems to be emerging as a trend amongst intermediaries abroad, to differentiate themselves in a competitive and digitally driven environment.
15 Jan 2019

UK financial assets and pound will rally if PM gets her way on Brexit

  UK financial assets and the pound will rally if Theresa May’s Brexit deal is passed today (Tuesday), affirms Nigel Green, deVere Group’s founder and chief executive.
14 Jan 2019

SME insurance checklist for the New Year

Business owners who are planning for the year ahead should not overlook the importance of reviewing their insurance policies to ensure they are adequately covered against insurable risks.
14 Jan 2019

7 resolutions for the long-term investor

By Anet Ahern, CEO, PSG Asset Management. Last year was a particularly trying one for investors. While no one can guarantee what the year ahead will bring in the markets, what we do know for sure is that investor behaviour is the biggest factor that makes or breaks long-term investment outcomes. A few resolutions can...
11 Jan 2019

10 New Year's resolutions to help grow your bank balance

  Alexander Forbes Financial Planning Consultant, Jaco Prinsloo, suggests 10 easy ways to help you save money in 2019. 1)            New Year, new me Some of your New Year resolutions might require some new equipment such as a bicycle, trainers or a set of golf clubs. This should not be seen as a shopping opportunity and...
09 Jan 2019

Use home chemicals safely for fire safety

By Bertus Visser, Chief Executive of Distribution at PSG Insure. Countless household goods contain flammable chemicals, while those containing non-flammable chemicals can come in combustible packaging. There are several examples of common chemical-laden products you’ll find in your home. Each carry the risk of fire if not properly handled or stored, and we often forget...

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