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Market Update: Reasons for SA Investors to Be Hopeful?

It’s the countdown to the US elections and stock markets have come off the boil, as investors anticipate the volatility that will surely surround the elections. As always, South Africa is likely to get swept up in the ups and downs. But there are several reasons to be hopeful for

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How Rand-Cost Averaging Could Help You

If timing the market was easy, we’d all be billionaires. But even investment professionals struggle with knowing when to buy and when to sell. Rand-Cost Averaging offers a solution that allows you to easily navigate uncertain markets by automating regular investments. We’ll unpack the concept (it’s actually rather simple) and

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With Gold at Record Highs, Should You be Investing?

Many South African investors have a strong affinity for gold. And the recent gains in the gold price have also got a lot of people excited. Gold has never looked this good. But it’s important to understand that while gold itself is easy to understand, there is a lot to

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Why You Should Keep Your Investment Strategy to Yourself

Everybody knows somebody who’s always eager to talk about their latest, best investment. But is it a good idea to share your investment strategy at your book club or around the braai? In this article, we look at why discussing your financial plan with others runs the risk of being

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Aligning Your “Wheel of Life” – A Beginner’s Guide

As your wheel of life turns, your financial needs, goals and focuses change. In the early years, you’re absorbed by accumulating assets. Then, the focus shifts to wealth preservation. And eventually, the transfer of wealth becomes your number one priority. No surprise, then, that each of these stages requires its

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Busting the Post-Retirement Jargon

You spend your whole life planning for your retirement, getting your head around the pros and cons of the various retirement investment vehicles. And then you turn 65 and there’s a whole new world of products to familiarise yourself with. This nifty guide will help you navigate the essential post-retirement

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Safeguard Your Money: Look out for Phishing Scams

In today’s digital age, phishing scams have become a significant threat to investors. These scams often involve fraudsters impersonating legitimate financial services companies to steal personal information or funds. In this article, we look at some real examples from the industry and explore practical strategies to avoid falling victim to

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