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Unlock your retirement potential with the new edition of The Ultimate Guide to Retirement in South Africa

10 July 2023 Alexforbes
Ultimate Guide to Retirement 3rd edition scaled

Ultimate Guide to Retirement 3rd edition scaled

Alexforbes announces its sponsorship of the third edition of The Ultimate Guide to Retirement in South Africa by respected authors Bruce Cameron and Wouter Fourie. This book is a valuable resource for people seeking credible and understandable financial information to navigate their retirement journey. When combined with suitable financial planning and advice, this book serves as a trusted companion throughout their financial journey.

Accessible and affordable financial advice
With a commitment to positively impacting lives, Alexforbes aims to make financial advice more accessible and affordable to individuals. This gives them the best chance to achieve their financial goals throughout their lives. By partnering with employers to deliver relevant employee benefits and retirement funding arrangements, Alexforbes plays a crucial role in ensuring people have enough to live on and can make informed financial decisions.

Comprehensive explanations and access to guided journeys
Dawie de Villiers, CEO of Alexforbes, emphasises the importance of giving people the necessary tools to make informed financial decisions based on their personal circumstances. The Ultimate Guide to Retirement in South Africa fills this need by offering comprehensive explanations of retirement options and helping readers recognise when they may require expert support.

To further enhance readers’ experience, the book includes a QR code on the inside cover, providing easy access to the Alexforbes My Money Matters toolkit. This toolkit offers guided journeys and essential financial information, assisting people in making informed decisions throughout their working lives and beyond.

A commitment to trustworthy financial information
Sponsorship of this third edition highlights Alexforbes’s commitment to increasing access for individuals to trustworthy financial information. The book’s content, developed by renowned authors who are leaders in the field of financial planning, has been continuously refined based on industry changes and valuable feedback from readers.

Endorsed by the Financial Planning Institute of South Africa
The authors proudly share that the prestigious Financial Planning Institute of South Africa has recognised the third edition of The Ultimate Guide to Retirement in South Africa. This endorsement underscores the book’s credibility, accuracy and alignment with professional standards in the financial planning industry. By acquiring this edition, readers align themselves with a trusted resource that meets the highest standards of quality and expertise.

Focusing on women and sustainability
The book addresses the unique challenges faced by women in financial planning, with a dedicated chapter. By equipping people with knowledge and fostering equality, Alexforbes contributes to a more sustainable future, encompassing quality education, good health and overall well-being.

Empowering people for a more secure future
‘We are proud to sponsor the third edition of this invaluable book,’ says De Villiers. ‘By increasing access to understandable financial information, we are empowering people to take control of their financial wellbeing and ultimately create a more secure future.’

Insights from the co-authors
Retirement planning is not just about financial security; it is about creating a fulfilling and purposeful future. With the ever-changing landscape and complexities surrounding retirement, making informed decisions is critical. According to Wouter Fourie, co-author of The Ultimate Guide to Retirement in South Africa, this book equips you with the knowledge and strategies you need to confidently navigate this journey. It serves as your road map to a remarkable retirement.

Bruce Cameron, co-author and retirement expert, shares his personal experience, stating, ‘Reaching retirement age 10 years ago and knowing that I could meet my future financial requirements was a great relief. Unfortunately, many people do not plan for retirement until it is too late. That is why I wrote the books on retirement and now The Ultimate Guide to Retirement in South Africa – to share my years of experience and help people prepare for retirement.’

The Ultimate Guide to Retirement in South Africa is now available at select retailers and online platforms.

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