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The emerging trend of increased longevity is one of the most significant risks facing South Africans as they plan for retirement. The challenge advisers face is that they need to bear the responsibility of helping their clients plan appropriately to finance a retirement that is becoming increasingly longer.
When comparing South Africa to the rest of the world, it is evident that the South African public faces some of the most taxes in the world. The public is taxed to the limit, and government has now introduced a shift in the way income protection policies will be taxed.
While insurers have always strived to act in the best interest of policyholders, it is important to bear in mind that Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) will result in the Financial Services Board (FSB) looking at the activities of insurers, as they have a responsibility to act with the best interest of the customer at heart.
In the current low interest rate environment, conservative investors wanting a safe place to invest their cash while still getting the opportunity to earn above-inflation returns are well-suited to money market funds.
If you had to hazard a guess, when do you reckon the COFI Bill will be signed into law?