Important principles to remember when markets get scary
South African investors are nervous ‒ and for good reason. With a sluggish economy and a weak rand, worries over uncertain land...
Keep your money in the bank or invest with an asset manager?
What should you do with your spare money? Stick it in a bank account or invest in a unit trust fund, managed by an asset manager? It...
When should you check on your investment?
It’s a good idea to check your investments regularly, but do it too frequently, and you could end up locking in losses. In his personal...
Save up to 1/3 off your tax bill & Boost your Retirement Savings!
South African Retirement Annuities and Tax-Free Savings Accounts are the ideal way to invest tax efficiently for your retirement. Tax...
Budget Speech : Savings unaffected , but offshore limit to rise
There are no measures or provisions in the 2018 Budget Review that will radically affect your investments and retirement savings,...
Six trading and investment mistakes to avoid
The investment environment has changed dramatically over the past 15 years. Today, investors have access to company information within...
Asset classes: what they mean and why they matter
Accountants refer to asset classes as either non-current assets or current assets. There is a distinctly different approach to asset...
The magic of compounding in investment: how it works
Earn more interest each year without making any additional investments There is a parable of a king who lost his kingdom, and it all...
Don’t overlook cash investments in retirement planning
In October, the focus is on retirement. This theme draws our attention to the need to plan and save for the day when we will retire. I...
Buy low, sell high – it's not that easy
Investors are repeatedly told to buy low and sell high. In the abstract, this famous adage makes perfect sense. However, it can be...
