Blending families, balancing futures
The case for collaboration between financial planners and family legal practitioners. By Kyle Abrahams, In-house Attorney, BDO Wealth.
A conversation for perspective: the first step in influencing client decisions
Many factors influence clients’ perspectives when they make decisions. Rob Macdonald believes the key is to help the client develop an awareness of their perspective, which is easier said than done.
Protect yourself from financial fraud
Scams are becoming more frequent and increasingly sophisticated, with financial losses on the rise. Bryan Leach, a wealth manager at Private Client Holdings, gives practical advice on how to protect yourself.
Pride and professionalism
Blue Chip speaks to Bashkar Rattan from Rattan Wealth and Fiduciary Consultants about his successful career as an independent CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®.
Gold’s enduring value: Proof Krugerrands as a strategic asset
In an era of economic uncertainty and market volatility, your clients seek assets that provide stability and resilience. By Rael Demby, CEO, The South African Gold Coin Exchange and The Scoin Shop.
Offshore tax regulations: implications for South African investors, business owners and...
In addition to moving their wealth, many South Africans have physically moved overseas or own offshore businesses. Lance Lawson, Business Development Consultant, Sovereign Trust SA, explains some of the complexities of foreign tax regulations.
Reframing income and impact: the case for South African private credit
In an environment of high inflation, low growth and market uncertainty, financial advisors are being asked to find new ways to deliver consistent returns and manage downside risk. By Akshay Karan, Chief Investment Officer, Altvest.
Strategic learning for practising professionals: a case-based approach
In a financial services environment that is constantly evolving, seasoned practitioners understand that professional development does not end with certification. Explore new courses at the School of Financial Planning at UFS.
The Crème de la Crème – meet our three finalists
The Financial Planner of the Year Award was launched in 2000 and is the most prestigious award in the industry. It recognises South Africa’s top CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® – a stellar professional who exhibits revolutionary ideas, consummate skill and unimpeachable ethics when dealing with clients. Meet our three finalists: Theoniel McDonald CFP®, Brendan Dunn CFP® and Nicola Langridge CFP®
The spirit of growth, generosity and renewal
The CEO of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa shares the FPI’s latest news.
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When the dream becomes bigger than the award
“Success is never owned. It is rented. And the rent is due every day,” writes Wouter Fourie, CEO, Ascor Independent Wealth Managers.
Good advice is changing: Join us at PROpulsion Ascend 2026 on 20 October
What does good advice need to look like next? PROpulsion Ascend 2026 is a live virtual event exploring the shifts shaping financial advice, advice businesses and the profession.
Leading a global profession: a year of growth, connection and purpose
Former chairperson of the Board for the FPI, Kirsty Scully, CFP®, who has been re-elected to be the 2026 chairperson of the Financial Planning Standards Board Council, shares her international perspective on the profession.
Same Trusted Engine; A Sharper Partner
Because Otto1890’s solutions are modular, a practice can start small and layer on capability as it grows without re-papering clients or rebuilding processes each time. Blue Chip speaks to Claudius Rostoll, head of private client enablement at Otto1890.
The right expertise makes all the difference
How experience, fresh thinking and sophisticated investment tools come together to build portfolios designed for long-term outcomes. By Craig Pheiffer, Chief Investment Strategist, Otto1890.




















