Financial Planning

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 quarterly journal.

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Do you want to take advantage of the highest first-world interest...

To help investors take advantage of the two-decade-high interest rate in the most tax and cost-efficient way possible, Marriott has launched the Smart International Income Portfolio (SIIP) – a simple, low-cost investment for conservative investors looking to achieve hard currency returns in excess of bank deposits in either US Dollars or Sterling.
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Five ways a financial adviser can help you on your journey...

As we embark on Savings Month, it's crucial to consider the role of sound financial planning in achieving our goals, says Bertie Nel, Momentum Head of Financial Planning and Advice.
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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.
Terence Tobin FAMILY FOCUSED CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® AND RICH IDEAS GROUP FOUNDER

Terence Tobin, CFP®| Financial Planner Profile

Blue Chip speaks to Terence Tobin, CFP®, Director at Rich Ideas Group, about his journey as a Certified Financial Planner®.
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Here’s why business owners should work with independent financial advisers

Stian De Witt from NMG Benefits explains why business owners should consider using an independent financial advisor instead of a ‘tied agent’.
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Financial advice – the career of choice for young professionals and...

Aubrey Faba, Channel Director at Momentum Financial Planning, highlights the rising appeal of careers in financial advice for this new generation. Known as the "slasher generation" for juggling multiple roles, these young professionals can find meaningful and financially rewarding opportunities as financial advisers.
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The ethical treatment of clients

Despite an ongoing emphasis on ethics training for financial services providers (FSPs) and the importance of getting ethics CPD points regularly, the financial planning profession seems never far from a fresh controversy, writes Rob Macdonald, Fundhouse.
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The true value of advice

Investors who collaborate with qualified financial advisers significantly improve their chances of reaching their financial goals writes Edward Semenya, Senior Investment Specialist at Alexforbes.
Gareth Collier, CFP®, Director at Crue Invest

Gareth Collier, CFP®| Financial Planner Profile

Blue Chip speaks to Gareth Collier, CFP®, Director at Crue Invest, about his journey as a Certified Financial Planner®.
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Removing the jargon from your investment goals

Florbela Yates, Head of Equilibrium, discusses the robustness of South Africa’s financial investment protections, covering the risks and defenses linked to banks, insurance firms, and unit trusts, and the role of LISPs in controlling and securing investments.
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Will African mergers and acquisitions be affected by more regulation?

New regional and continental competition regulators have been established. Is this good for M&A or a cause for concern, ask Daryl Dingley, Partner, Gina Lodolo, Associate, and Elisha Bhugwandeen, Knowledge Lawyer at Webber Wentzel?
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From regulation to opportunity: Turning AML compliance into a value-added service 

GloRep shares a new perspective on compliance by discussing how they are turning AML compliance into a value-added service.
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Don’t keep all your rands in one basket

Offshore investing is about more than simply avoiding local economic challenges; it’s about opening your portfolio to a world of possibility, writes Hildegard Wilson, Managing Director at Glacier International.
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