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Rob Macdonald, Independent Consultant, encourages financial planners to focus on their Circle of Control. The more you have planned your communication and implemented it consistently, the more likely you will influence client behaviour.
Don’t die in an awkward position
Capital Legacy stresses the importance of South Africans having a will regardless of age through their latest awareness campaign: "Don't die in an awkward position. Don't die without a will.".
MitonOptimal South Africa
For over 25 years, Cape Town-based MitonOptimal has established enduring partnerships with advisors by emphasising innovation, adaptability and a steadfast client-centric approach.
A major milestone in the evolution of professional certification in financial...
The Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI) is proud to announce the successful completion of its first CFP® Capstone and Financial Plan assessment, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of professional certification in financial planning.
Forged by fire: where futures take flight
Gareth Collier, CFP®, one of the 2024 Financial Planner of the Year Award runners-up, recently opened his own financial planning practice, Firecrest Modern Capital. Blue Chip spoke to Collier about the intricacies of this inception.
Altvest Capital reports robust FY2025 growth: asset expansion, strategic investments, and...
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Altvest credit opportunities fund reports transformational year of growth and impact...
The Altvest Credit Opportunities Fund (ACOF), a specialist SME-focused private credit fund managed by Altvest Capital, today announced its audited financial results for the year ended 28 February 2025, marking a breakthrough year in its mission to democratise access to capital and drive inclusive economic growth across South Africa.
A Coaching Way of Being
Blue Chip explores the role of coaching in unlocking financial potential. Behavioural coaching expert, Rob Macdonald, unpacks what it is and why it is important to the work of a financial planner.
The succession plan dilemma for financial advisors
Marc Wiese, Managing Director at Warwick Wealth's explores key challenges and solutions for a seamless transition.
Portfolios built for prosperity
Capital Internationals Group's collaborative approach enables them to better understand your business, adapt to its unique requirements and ensure that your client needs come first.
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