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Blue Chip is a Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa-approved Continuous Professional Development (CPD) provider, allowing members of the FPI to earn CPD points through the journal.

Professor Liezel Alsemgeest, Director: School of Financial Planning Law, UFS

Leveraging gamification for enhanced retirement preparedness among millennials

Prof. Liezel Alsemgeest, director at the School of Financial Planning Law at UFS, emphasizes that in the dynamic field of financial planning, innovative methods are crucial for engaging and educating today's workforce.
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Post-retirement income options amid potentially higher inflation

Inflation is the risk that investors will face in retirement. This requires careful navigation when selecting your retirement income options, argues Coronation.
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The two-pot retirement system: looking beyond 1 September 2024

The two-pot system represents a pivotal change in how South Africans save for retirement. By encouraging preservation and providing early access to a portion of savings, the reform balances immediate financial needs with long-term retirement security.
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The Two-Pot System will change the future of how we all...

South Africa is on the brink of a retirement crisis, with only 6% of the population prepared for a comfortable retirement. Starting September 1, 2024, the Two-Pot System will change retirement planning by allowing flexible access to savings.
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Are you covered for a rising age and declining health? 

Stephen van Niekerk, from Momentum Life Insurance, highlights how life insurance is an integral part of a holistic financial plan as you age.
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Life after work

Rudolph Geldenhuys CFP®, WealthUp, presents a 3 step framework to assist your clients during life transitions like retirement.
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The 2-pot system: An opportunity for advisors to support members’ goals

Elrina Wessels, Principal Strategic Clients at Alexforbes, emphasizes that the two-pot retirement system offers a significant chance to enhance the financial well-being of low to middle-income individuals, with the financial advisory sector being pivotal in this process.
Fareeya Adams

Reimagining retirement planning

According to Fareeya Adam, Momentum Wealth has reimagined retirement for South Africans through income solutions aimed at empowering people to confidently plan for retirement.
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Two-pot reform: Resist the urge to access your retirement annuity savings...

"Understand that any withdrawal is a costly advance on your ultimate retirement benefit" writes Pieter Koekemoer, head of Personal Investments at Coronation.
Kenny Meiring

Consider the pros and cons of life and living annuities

Kenny Meiring, an Investment, Retirement and Estates Planning specialist, considers the pros and cons of life and living annuities.
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Financial advisors can overcome the challenge of last-mile service delivery by adopting wealth technology solutions that streamline operations, enhance client touchpoints, and foster regular, contextual engagement, ultimately driving business growth and client satisfaction.

The succession plan dilemma for financial advisors

With an aging advisor base and rising regulatory barriers, succession planning has never been more critical. Is your plan truly actionable? Will you get fair value? And will your clients be well cared for? This article explores key challenges and solutions for a seamless transition.
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