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Managing longevity

Managing longevity

02 February 2015 | Retirement

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.

More protection...

More protection...

02 February 2015 | Life

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.

Fifty shades of grey: the truth behind life claims

Fifty shades of grey: the truth behind life claims

02 February 2015 | Life

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.

Money market funds in a diversified portfolio

Money market funds in a diversified portfolio

02 February 2015 | Investments

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.

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Does size matter in the investment world?

Does size matter in the investment world?

02 February 2015 | Investments
Conquer the industry as the Captain of your RDR ship

Conquer the industry as the Captain of your RDR ship

02 February 2015 | Regulatory
Getting to know the building blocks as RDR starts to take shape

Getting to know the building blocks as RDR starts to take shape

02 February 2015 | Regulatory
The risk management jigsaw puzzle

The risk management jigsaw puzzle

02 February 2015 | Risk Management
Gap Cover - the long and winding road

Gap Cover - the long and winding road

02 February 2015 | Short Term
Gap Cover - know the difference

Gap Cover - know the difference

02 February 2015 | Short Term
Over stepping boundaries

Over stepping boundaries

02 February 2015 | Short Term
Unlocking the POPI-code

Unlocking the POPI-code

02 February 2015 | Short Term