Many commentators suggest living annuity investors do nothing in this tumultuous market, and there may be merit in that. Others suggest you reduce your drawdown rate, which makes sense
A recently held Webinar on “Retirement Fund Contribution Options in the time of Covid 19,” presented and facilitated by the Institute of Retirement Funds Africa is now freely available to employers
How to sustain your pre-crash retirement income
April 22, 2020
Life annuity rates have increased by 10-15% since the beginning of the year, which offsets the reduction in market values most people in or close to retirement have experienced in the recent market crash.
Innovation in the retirement sector
February 25, 2020
Within business spheres disruptive innovation creates new markets and value networks, eventually disrupting existing markets, and displacing established firms, products and alliances. These
Are you the boss of your retirement plans?
February 19, 2020
Although soaking up the sun on tropical islands or exploring far-flung corners of the globe may be possible for some retirees, the reality is that only about 6% of South Africans are able
Retirement annuities: Is the tax refund worth it?
February 14, 2020
When it comes to tax, government rewards taxpayers for making choices that benefit society. Donating money to approved charitable organisations is one way to get some tax back from SARS; paying family members’
Flawed financial thinking revealed by Just retirement tracking study
February 12, 2020
Over 80% of a sample of South African pre-retirees and retirees are confident in their financial planning ability, as revealed in an independent tracking study commissioned by
What does history teach us about living annuities?
January 6, 2020
Retirement can be a daunting prospect. Not only is it a time of personal adjustment but it is also a time to make financial decisions that will impact your lifestyle for the rest of your life.
