23 Apr Solid strategy key to staying the course and avoiding bad choices
Many investors jump into the market when they should be getting out and vice-versa. Morné Bezuidenhout explains why. ...
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12 Feb Strategising for drawing an income in your retirement years
Research shows that a diversified portfolio targeting a specific rate of return gives the best results. Morné Bezuidenhout explains why. ...
01 Feb Are South African shares really local investments?
Companies listed on the JSE that derive the bulk of their earnings offshore might give you more exposure to offshore markets than you think....
20 Nov Concentrated market makes it risky to track JSE indices exactly
The large weighting of Naspers defeats passive strategy’s aim of limiting exposure to any stock. Morné Bezuidenhout explains why. ...
11 Sep What you need to know and do if you are facing retrenchment
Getting professional financial advice to help you sift through your options will pay off. Morné Bezuidenhout explains why. ...
24 Jul How to invest offshore to reduce risk and expand opportunities
Morné Bezuidenhout explains why the choice of a rand-denominated unit trust fund or a direct investment depends on the investor’s needs. ...
25 Jun Well-chosen endowments can reduce tax on your investments
With the trend to higher taxes, planning your finances effectively is key. Morné Bezuidenhout talks tax advantages for endowments. ...
01 Dec Facing death planning
Too few South Africans draft a will or ensure that sufficient assets and policies are in place to care for their loved ones, explains Richard...
03 Sep 10 ways to spring clean your finances
Posted at 10:27h
in Financial planning and advice
In South Africa spring arrives just before the big Christmas spending season. What better time to get a handle on your finances each year? ...
17 Aug Offshore investments in South Africa: how do they actually work?
Posted at 08:29h
in Offshore investing
You can obtain exposure to overseas investment markets in two ways, namely, via asset swap funds and via direct offshore investments. ...