"Our lives, and therefore our legacies are also about values, memories, and wishes. Going 'beyond a will' allows us to communicate our unique stories and share special instructions to ensure our legacies are preserved exactly as we envision."…
"A will is not only about sharing your assets; it also allows you to state your last wishes in terms of caretakers for your children or pets. Importantly, it legally puts in place the people who will help continue your financial journey, whether…
"We offered women the opportunity to get in touch with accredited women financial advisers to get professional financial advice. This is crucial because female advisers are uniquely positioned to understand the lifestyles of fellow women, enabling…
"Protecting the rights of our minor children and beneficiaries is important," says Aneesa Razack, CEO of FNB Fiduciary. "It’s vital for families to put the necessary plans and structures in place to ensure that the interests of their minors…
“What we do instead is complain about it on social media and become keyboard warriors. We talk about it at dinners with our friends and our colleagues, but we do not afford our families the right of reply. I feel that this is the biggest shortfall…
"By creating a budget and smartly managing your expenses, you can ensure that your hard-earned money lasts longer and works towards securing a prosperous future," says Ans Gerber, Head Data Insights at Experian Africa.
"If you start saving at the birth of your child, you have 22 years for the investment to grow. By the time your child is ready to go to university, you will most likely easily get student funding at a very low interest rate if you provide this…
"When selecting insurance policies, it is important to assess your needs, review coverage options, and consider affordability. Seek advice from insurance professionals to ensure you choose policies that provide sufficient protection without…
“Over the years, we have seen multiple ways in which debt stress impacts people’s lives. Financial constraints often result in changes in both their home and work environment, and the stress can cause a direct impact on their efficiency and…
"By embracing the principles of gig work readiness and adopting the right strategies, young entrepreneurs can navigate the gig economy successfully and create a fulfilling and financially rewarding career path," says Charnel Collins, CEO of…
At a time when interest rates are soaring, any money you owe is becoming more expensive to service every month. A smart way to use your tax refund is to reduce your debt, starting with unsecured debts that generally attract the highest interest…
“The thrill of your first job is undeniable, but it's essential to understand that the salary your employer offers you is a gross amount – your monthly earnings before any deductions. Ask your employer to create a dummy payslip to help you understand…
"We are delighted to see that our customers continue to see the value of taking advantage of our simple but effective savings solution despite the prevailing economic conditions that continue to put pressure on household income," says Himal…
Hariprasad Viswanathan, Head – Sub Saharan Africa, VFS Global cautions against scammers posing as employees or associates of an organisation; or touts who promise an early appointment at an additional cost to embezzle job-seekers and innocent…
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