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Building generational wealth: Simple strategies for securing your family's financial future
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Ilario Damarah
Think you know Tax? 6 Common South African Myths Busted for 2026
Financial Planning
Marriage and money: Five critical factors to consider before tying the knot
Marriage affects more than love—it shapes your finances too. This blog outlines five key factors couples should discuss before tying the knot, from shared goals and expectations to protection against unforeseen financial risks.
Investments
Don't keep all your rands in one basket
Don’t keep all your rands in one basket. Diversify your investments to spread risk and increase chances of growth over time. A balanced portfolio helps shield you from market swings and improves long-term financial security.
Financial Planning
How to create a budget in 2026 that works
Take control of your finances in 2026 with a budget that works. Track income, outline expenses, involve your family, set goals, and prioritise debt. Simple, realistic planning helps you save, spend wisely, and achieve your financial goals.
Sanlam Reality
Personal loans vs Student loans: what is the difference?
Not sure whether to choose a personal loan or student loan? Student loans usually offer lower premiums and support while studying, making them better for education. Early planning and advice can help families, especially the ‘missing middle’.
Financial Planning
Start the year on the right financial foot
Kickstart your year with smart money habits. Review your spending, tackle debt, build an emergency fund and plan ahead for festive costs. Small actions now can set you up for long-term financial confidence.
Financial Planning
The importance of getting good advice in 2026
Good financial advice can bring clarity and peace of mind in 2026. With rising costs and daily pressures, a qualified adviser helps you navigate challenges, balance goals, and make practical decisions to protect your future.
Financial Planning
Six ways to refresh your finances this festive season
Give your finances a festive refresh. Reflect on your goals, review your budget, check your credit health and get organised. With the right guidance, you can enter 2026 feeling clear, confident and financially energised.
Financial Planning
Beat burnout, bag bargains: smart spending secrets for the festive season
As the year ends, many South Africans feel burnout and festive spending pressure. Avoid emotional buys by knowing your triggers, checking your credit, and sticking to a budget. Stay mindful so the holidays bring peace, not money stress.
Financial Planning
Get creative this festive season and avoid a financial ‘hangover’ in January
Enjoy the festive season without the January money hangover. Plan ahead, get creative with meals and gifts, co-host gatherings and stick to cash for essentials. Celebrate smart so you can start the new year relaxed and financially steady.
Investments
Financially confident youth: Africa's greatest investment
Financial confidence helps Africa’s youth turn potential into progress. See how families can build resilience, skills, and secure futures—start shaping tomorrow today.
Financial Planning
Mid-year / Annual Checklist - when meeting your financial adviser
Prepare before meeting your financial adviser to make the most of your session. Bring key questions, review your will, portfolio, and financial plan, and gain clarity, peace of mind, and guidance to reach your goals.
Fiduciary Services
This Youth Month - Plan carefully for your child’s inheritance
Thoughtful estate decisions help protect children, manage taxes, and avoid future disputes. Set clear intentions and structure wealth transfers with care. Take control now.
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