Midlife recalibration: guiding clients through the midlife transition
Between 45 and 60, many clients feel a growing pull to recalibrate. It’s not a crisis, but a shift – a phase where priorities change, purpose is reassessed and conversations with financial planners take on a different tone. By Kim Potgieter, MD, Chartered Wealth Solutions, Author of Midlife Money Makeover.
Why starting at the end is so important
Financial advisors who understand the impact of well-considered estate planning can better serve and protect their clients against the financial and administrative challenges of every life stage.
Bitcoin in South African portfolios: Why a small allocation makes sense
This article explores why allocating a modest portion of client portfolios to Bitcoin could be prudent, and how to do so through accessible, regulated avenues in South Africa.
The key factors that matter to financial advisers
Florbela Yates, Managing Director at Equilibrium explores seven key factors that can contribute to financial advisers' success.
FPSB honours two leaders for outstanding contributions to the financial planning...
Lelané Bezuidenhout, CFP®, and Stephen O’Connor, CFP®, awarded the FPSB 2025 Noel Maye Award
What leadership means to Consult’s new CEO
As the newly appointed CEO of Consult by Momentum, one of South Africa’s largest independent financial advice businesses, Johan Minnie shares his vision for a more human, purpose-driven approach to leadership – one that puts people first.
The power of understanding financial behaviour
How Discretionary Fund Managers free advisers to focus on their clients. By Pat Magadla, Head of Distribution at Equilibrium.
Wellness meets wealth
Wellbeing has become the true measure of success. Now financial advisors and healthcare consultants can offer more than investment guidance.
Philanthropy in South Africa: evolving trends and its role in a...
Philanthropy is undergoing a significant transformation in South Africa. By Grant Alexander, Founder and Director, Private Client Holdings.
From policy to people: How the Two-Pot System is reshaping retirement
Rob Southey, head of asset consulting at Momentum Consultants & Actuaries, reflects on how the Two-Pot System is driving the retailisation of South Africa’s institutional retirement landscape.
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Blue Chip speaks to JD Jacobs, RFP®, Registered Financial Practitioner at Old Mutual in Upington, about his journey as a Financial Planner.
How and why a financial planner should incorporate structured products into an investment plan
Join us for an exclusive round table discussion on structured products with four of the country’s top investment and financial planning professionals.
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Join us for an exclusive round table discussion on structured products with four of the country’s top investment and financial planning professionals.
Kevin Swartz, Absa Group
Join us for an exclusive round table discussion on structured products with four of the country’s top investment and financial planning professionals.
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Join us for an exclusive round table discussion on structured products with four of the country’s top investment and financial planning professionals.




















