Unlocking key insights out of disparate data
According to Robyn Clay and Jen Mckay, Directors at Linktank, many South African financial advisors use overlapping software without data-sharing mechanisms, leading to inefficiencies and duplicate data, which hampers effective business intelligence and strategic decision-making.
Financial planning for clients who are emigrating
Since formal emigration through the Reserve Bank was phased out in 2021, global mobility has become more accessible for South Africans, yet advice around the new regulations and South African tax non-residency has become more relevant than ever says Clare Cousins, CFP®, CFP™(UK), Financial Planner, Veritas Wealth.
Unlock your future
In an ever-evolving financial landscape, the demand for skilled professionals who can navigate complex legal frameworks and financial strategies has never been higher. At...
I am because of others
Kirsty Scully, board chairperson of the FPI, has been elected to serve as chairperson of the FPSB Council. The FPSB is the standards-setting body for the global financial planning profession. Its mission is to manage worldwide professional standards in the industry represented by the CFP® mark.
Alexforbes named best investment survey provider in Africa
Alexforbes is proud to announce that its investment survey team has been named the Best Investment Survey Provider in Africa for the sixth consecutive year.
Unlocking China’s high-growth potential for South African investors
As Altvest Capital prepares to investigate the feasibility of a launch of the Altvest Orient Opportunities Fund on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, we are excited to present an unprecedented opportunity for South African investors to access one of the world’s most dynamic and promising venture capital markets: China.
Solving the practice management puzzle in 2025
Anton Swanepoel, fonder of Trusted Advisors, is giving away complimentary copies of "Practice Management, the ultimate leadership blueprint for FSPs'. A book that provides insights that will help you in your strategic planning and decision-making processes in 2025 and beyond. Download your copy on Blue Chip Digital today.
Do clients want financial planners to adopt a coaching approach?
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From trainee to triumph: the journey of an advisor’s success
It is well-known that in the finance sector, previously disadvantaged people and women are underrepresented. Momentum Group's objective is to transform the distribution network and at...
Transforming the private equity landscape
Altvest Capital is a local investment platform committed to democratising access to alternative investments,
primarily in high-growth sectors. Blue Chip caught up with Founder, Warren Wheatley.
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