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How much money do you need to move abroad?

How much money do you need to move abroad?

27 July 2020

Moving abroad means uprooting your life and transferring everything you have to a foreign country – including your finances – which can be both risky and expensive. So, what are the costs of doing this, and how much should you...

Will your retirement annuity pay out if you’re terminally ill?

Will your retirement annuity pay out if you’re terminally ill?

23 April 2020

Being diagnosed with a terminal illness, such as cancer, is distressing. Not to mention the financial implications of caring for yourself during this trying time. But what does this mean for your retirement annuity (RA)?

3 Ways to save for your child’s education

3 Ways to save for your child’s education

4 February 2020

Tertiary education is extremely expensive, and even more so when your child has dreams of becoming a doctor, or lawyer for example. As a parent or guardian financing these dreams is often a concern. But it needn’t be if you plan ahead.

Are you entitled to your spouse’s pension after divorce?

Are you entitled to your spouse’s pension after divorce?

10 November 2019

Divorce means more than just parting ways with your partner. It may also involve parting ways with your assets. The Divorce Act states that your retirement fund forms part of your assets. This means that it will be considered when dividing up your assets.

Retail notes - an easy investment option for new investors

Retail notes - an easy investment option for new investors

25 September 2019

Being a newbie in the world of investing can be challenging because you don’t know where and how to invest. With so many investment options, you could easily be befuddled. Justmoney looks at how retail notes can help you cut your teeth in...

2 Financial planning mistakes that women make

2 Financial planning mistakes that women make

28 August 2019

Women make up 51% of the population in South Africa. However, statistics show that compared to their male counterparts, women are less insured, and they invest less. Justmoney spoke to Daphne Rampersad, a financial planning specialist at Li...

One retirement, so many funds – pick the right one

One retirement, so many funds – pick the right one

6 August 2019

Saving for retirement should be one of your priorities. However, it can be confusing to choose between a pension fund, provident fund, preservation fund, or a retirement annuity if you’re not familiar with them.

Spreading the risk with investment clubs

Spreading the risk with investment clubs

6 November 2017

Breaking into the investment world can be tricky when you’re still figuring out the difference between equities and derivatives. As a result, some people choose to ban together in an investment club so they can bounce ideas off one anothe...

What are the advantages of tax-free savings accounts?

What are the advantages of tax-free savings accounts?

17 September 2017

With a notoriously low savings rate in South Africa, the government attempted to remedy this by introducing tax free investments from March, 2015. 

The cost of switching to a new unit trust

The cost of switching to a new unit trust

28 August 2017

There are many benefits to investing in a unit trust, but this does not mean profits will continue to stream in. Just like other investments, unit trusts come with risks and sometimes it is best to reassess its value. 

Buying a home - what you need to consider

Buying a home - what you need to consider

7 January 2016

Justmoney looks at what you should consider when entering into the buying process and what defects you look out for.

Beneficiary funds – an alternative to trusts for employment benefits

Beneficiary funds – an alternative to trusts for employment benefits

8 March 2015

Beneficiary funds ensure that your loved ones are financially secure in the event of your death.

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