Retirement

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.

How DIY investing fits in with financial advice: A conversation with...

DIY investing has surged in popularity, but where does professional advice fit in? The Finance Ghost sat down with Kapil Joshi of Momentum Wealth to unpack the rise of DIY investing, the risks, and the role of financial advisers.

Retirement, financial education, and the curious role of AI

David Venter (Head of School: Milpark School of Financial Services) writes about the irony that retirement knowledge doesn’t change behaviour, and reveals how best to turn retirement numbers Into action.

Blending annuities

Johann Swanepoel, Head of Pricing and Proposition at Just SA, discusses a strategic approach to help retirees navigate retirement income challenges.

How to stretch retirement savings without chasing unrealistic returns

Clients no longer have to choose between the certainty of a life annuity and the flexibility of a living annuity. By Martiens Barnard, Marketing Actuary at Momentum Wealth.

Enhancing post-retirement income with discretionary solutions

When used strategically alongside compulsory retirement funds, discretionary money can significantly improve a retiree’s financial position.

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®

Reimagining retirement

As financial advisers, helping clients navigate retirement planning is one of the most impactful roles they play. Fareeya Adam, CEO of structured products and annuities at Momentum Wealth, believes there is a better way for clients to plan and structure their finances when they retire by ensuring a sustainable income and blending the need for certainty and flexibility.

The spirit of growth, generosity and renewal

The CEO of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa shares the FPI’s latest news.

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.
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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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Family Wealth Approved as an FPi Approved Professional Practice™

The Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPi) is proud to welcome and congratulate Foundation Family Wealth on being approved as an FPi Approved Professional Practice™.
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