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Why you should say no to (savings) pot
South Africa’s two-pot retirement system came into effect on 1 September 2024. The two-pot system divides retirement contributions into two pots: a retirement pot and
Two-pot: Retirement withdrawals explained
Withdrawals from the savings component pre-retirement do not disqualify fund members from drawing R550 000 tax-free when they retire. With the two-pot retirement system effective
Medical schemes: What you need to know about pre-authorisation
Re-authorisation is often required before hospital admission, day hospital procedures, scans, scopes, or before beginning expensive treatment. Schemes need to specify in their rules which
Dark clouds for remote workers and offshore investors in South Africa
The International Fiscal Association (IFA) has warned that remote workers—so-called ‘digital nomads’—and high-net-worth individuals with investments in different tax jurisdictions should expect increasing scrutiny from
Is it possible to become a millionaire on an average SA salary?
Yes, you can. How quickly you hit that target depends on the route you take. There’s a saying among the rich that making the first
Two-Pot Retirement System in review
The first week of the two-pot retirement system was a historic milestone for South Africa’s retirement industry. This significant reform marks one of the largest
Getting medical aid in your 20s is a smart move
You’re young, you’re free, and you’ve just landed your first real job with a decent salary. You’re also healthy, you exercise regularly, and follow a
Wills Week 2024: A crucial initiative for financial advisers
The Law Society of South Africa (LSSA) will be holding its annual Wills Week from 9 to 13 September 2024. It’s a significant event that