by Bellan Media (Publisher) | May 3, 2022 | Articles, Personal Finance
TFSAs and RAs:Why it pays to invest early in the tax year The earlier you invest, the longer you’ll be invested STEVEN JONES Editor’s note This article was originally written for a UK context by James Norton, who is the head of financial planners at Vanguard Europe. ...
by Sam Lew | Apr 1, 2022 | Articles, Personal Finance
How active asset allocation improves consistency of returns EBEN KARSTEN MULTI-ASSET and absolute return investing go hand in hand, as the enhanced diversification provided by multiple asset classes should limit downside risk. Importantly, the objective of these funds...
by Sam Lew | Mar 11, 2022 | Articles, Personal Finance
Financial planning is not only about the money It’s also about dreams, lifestyle aspirations, and peace of mind DAPHNE RAMPERSAD WHEN IT comes to financial planning, many people focus solely on wealth creation instead of what is needed to maintain the life we might...
by Sam Lew | Feb 2, 2022 | Articles, Personal Finance
Getting yourself into financial shape Becoming financially fit in 2022 involves regular, disciplined exercise following these ten steps. JOHN MANYIKE THE HOLIDAYS and fun have left many South Africans facing the New Year with financial hangovers, a long...
by Sam Lew | Dec 31, 2021 | Articles, Personal Finance
Is your money losing value in a bank account? THOMAS BRENNAN A HEALTHY bank account balance means not being in the red for most, right? The problem is that the money sitting in your bank account is doing absolutely nothing for you. In fact, with each month that ticks...
by Sam Lew | Dec 2, 2021 | Articles, Personal Finance
Do your homework before signing on the dotted line. GRANT SMEE IF YOU’RE looking to be your own boss by becoming a business owner, there is a persuasive argument for buying into a franchise rather than striking out on your own—but it’s important to do your...
