How To Choose The Best Retirement Annuity In South Africa
Looking for the best retirement annuity in SA? Understand fees, tax benefits and fund choices to make a confident long-term decision.
Retirement
Retirement doesn't have to be about slowing down – it’s about financial freedom. In this category, you’ll find guides, insights, and tools to help you build a future that funds your ambitions, passions, and family security. From understanding retirement annuities to maximising tax benefits, this content empowers you to take control today so you can live life on your terms tomorrow.
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Introducing the Franc Retirement Annuity: Your Next Step Towards Financial Freedom
Franc has just launched the Franc Retirement Annuity, offering simple, flexible and tax-smart investing, from just R125.
Tax-Free Savings Account or Retirement Annuity?
If you're starting on the long journey of building financial freedom, you've probably come across two options: a tax-free savings account (TFSA) or a retirement annuity (RA). Here's the difference and how to choose.
The New Two-Pot Retirement System Explained
On the 1st of September 2024, the new two-pot retirement system will officially come into effect. Here's how it works and what you need to know about it.
Are Your Parents Prepared for Retirement?
Less than 10% of South Africans can retire comfortably. If your parents aren't prepared for retirement, not only will you be left worrying about them, but you might become part of the sandwich generation needing to support them. Let’s chat about how you can approach this conversation.
A Woman's Guide to Building a Strong Financial Future
From budgeting and investing, to managing debt and planning for retirement, we're here to provide you with a step-by-step guideline, drawing insights from our interview with Talya Plaatjies, Founder at Fashionably Financial.
How to Plan for Your Retirement in 2026 [+ free retirement calculator]
We explain how to use the Franc retirement calculator tool to work out how much you need for your future freedom years, and if you're on track.