Why Single out Commission?
In my view, there appears to be an over-elaborate emphasis on the impact of commission in the provision of financial advice. We recently saw extensive rules and regulations published to bring law and […]
Clients whose financial habits have been moulded by sound advice over many years are unlikely to act irresponsibly now, says Fairbairn’s Guy Holwill.
Read moreIn my view, there appears to be an over-elaborate emphasis on the impact of commission in the provision of financial advice. We recently saw extensive rules and regulations published to bring law and […]
It seems we are in for a lean time when it comes to the shorter format of the game – and I imagine that the reason for this is not due to the […]
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I am writing this article on the morning of budget day. One of the topics which feature quite heavily in pre-budget speculation concerns progress on the planned National Health Insurance (NHI). Of even […]
The Minister of Finance announced proposals in the 2013 Budget Speech to reform the retirement industry, with a focus on governance, preservation, annuitisation and harmonisation of retirement funds. These proposals follow a series […]
Please do not be fooled by offers of services, the result of which will lead to you attaining “Continuous Professional Development” points. You are not yet required, in terms of the FAIS Act, […]
Chiefs vs Cheetahs From NZ Herald: Chiefs coach, Dave Rennie, is wary of a Cheetahs side which lost to the Sharks in their opening game, but there is no doubt he is taking […]
Murphy showed up at Mass one Sunday, and the priest almost fell over when he saw him. Murphy’d never been to church in his life. After Mass, the priest caught up with him […]
We receive numerous requests on a daily basis for copies of RE1 and RE 5 certificates from candidates who mislaid theirs. You can now download a copy from our website in your own […]
After a surprisingly good year in 2012, investors should be careful of being overly optimistic or greedy in 2013. John Kinsley, MD of Prudential Unit Trusts, cautions against over optimism and projecting the […]
Last Monday’s article on the on the Smit determination, which involved an investment in the Dynamic Wealth MR Property Fund, certainly drew a lot of discussion. An experienced broker, and long time personal […]
Dale and Morné may work in different departments, but there is no doubting their effectiveness in doing a great cleaning up operation. Wrapped up and sent Packing A lot has been said about […]
As the old saying goes: “Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience every time.” The following responses will at least help you […]
Although speculation abounds as to what surprises Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan may spring on the economy in his annual National Budget Speech taking place on 27 February 2013, the real focus for tax […]
My kollega wys my gister ‘n e-pos wat hy van sy bank ontvang het oor verdere stappe wat SARS implementeer om belastingbetalers se eerlikheid te toets. New SARS requirement: Your home loan balance […]