With the potential approval of required legislation, we anticipate the commencement of a transformative financial approach – the two-pot retirement system – on the 1st of March, 2024. Designed to alleviate financial strain, this novel system aspires to provide much-needed solutions to common financial dilemmas experienced by many South Africans. Having been considered for some years, the advent of the…
As a certified financial planner in South Africa, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand the transformative power of robust retirement planning. Below, I mention five reasons why retirement planning is something that should not be overlooked. Investment Diversification Investment diversification reduces risk and enhances returns over time. The South African regulatory environment allows investment into various asset classes such…
Shariah-compliant investing in South Africa is more than just about adherence to religious principles. It’s about conscious investing, promoting ethical practices, and contributing positively to society. It allows Islamic families to create wealth without compromising on their faith and values.
The decisions regarding income at retirement can be a seriously frightening experience if you have not properly planned for it. Even if you are well planned though, a critical decision regarding how your income will be paid to you from your retirement savings may still present as a real conundrum. This, is the decision between a living annuity and a…
Reaching retirement age means that you’ve managed to survive the difficulties of working world and you have now earned the right to some well deserved rest and relaxation. The likelihood is that you’ve saved up enough in your retirement annuity(RA) or with the help of your employer’s pension or provident fund, and you can look forward to taking a long…
One of the most commonly used instruments in retirement planning is the Retirement Annuity or “RA”. It offers a host of benefits but most commonly understood is the benefit it provides in the rebates on submission of your annual tax returns. Even though these benefits are great, the main objective of a retirement annuity is not to provide rebates, tax…