Trust is a crucial component of any successful financial relationship. Trust plays a huge role in making things work, whether it’s with your spouse, financial advisor, or business partner. And one way to build that trust is through the art of listening, which is a central idea in Nancy Kline’s Time to Think methodology. As […]
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It’s fascinating to see how the world of financial planning is evolving. Today, more than ever, there’s a growing acknowledgement of the role psychology plays in our financial lives. A prominent voice in this field is Dr. Brad Klontz, a clinical psychologist who’s been shining a light on what he calls our “money scripts”. Imagine
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In a few recent blogs, we’ve considered our money stories and how we can not only route out false narratives but work towards creating new financial stories. After exploring the emotional aspects of your financial health and understanding your money story, it’s time to create a new financial narrative that fosters a healthy money mindset.
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Personal finance is a journey of strategic decisions, particularly when planning for a comfortable retirement. Balancing contributions between Retirement Annuities (RAs) and Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs) offers a pathway to achieving this common goal among South Africans. Here’s what you need to know: Tax Efficiency: Both RAs and TFSAs boast significant tax advantages, though their
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The financial world, just like every other industry, is constantly evolving. New technologies and regulatory changes continue to shape the landscape, and successful financial advisory firms are those that can adapt and keep pace with these changes. At RTA, we are not only keeping pace with the changing industry but reimagining what financial advisory means
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Millions of South Africans rely on the money saved in their employers’ retirement fund to earn an income when they retire Do you think you can retire comfortably? Millions of South Africans rely on the money saved in their employers’ retirement fund to earn an income when they retire. For many people, this is their
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2020 has caused huge financial damage to our country, but all is not lost: we’re now starting to rebuild, and there are plenty of opportunities to thrive. So, I’m going to start with a hard truth: in my experience, most small-business owners don’t fully understand the importance of the numbers in running their business. Most
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