by adminfwc | Nov 2, 2026 | Financial Planning, Life Cover, Medical, Retirement
No. 276 – Protecting your family finances while freelancing Question After I was retrenched, I have started life as a freelancer. I am enjoying the independence, but I am concerned about losing the benefits that I previously received through my employer. What...
by adminfwc | Jul 27, 2026 | Estate Planning, Financial Planning, Life Cover, Retirement
No. 263 – How to plan for your pets’ care after your death Question I constantly worry about whether I have done everything correctly for my two pets after my passing. I have no family in the country, and I would like guidance on how to make sure my pets...
by adminfwc | Jul 10, 2026 | Business, Estate Planning, Financial Planning, Life Cover
No. 262 – Planning is crucial in turning a business inito usable familty capital Question My spouse is a 50% shareholder in a business that generates a consistent profit of R6 million a year. I am concerned about what would happen should he pass away. What would...
by adminfwc | Jul 1, 2026 | Estate Planning, Financial Planning, Life Cover, Medical
No. 259 – Plan and save now to fund cost of assisted living Question I am worried about the possibility of needing long-term care one day. Frail care facilities are expensive, and I have seen how quickly savings can disappear when someone requires full-time...
by adminfwc | Feb 2, 2026 | Estate Planning, Financial Planning, Investment, Life Cover
No. 237 – A solid financial plan for 2026 is to review, update and simplify Question I want to get my finances properly sorted in 2026. What would you recommend I do to ensure that I will be in a better financial position at the end of next year? Answer If you...
by adminfwc | Jul 29, 2025 | Financial Planning, Life Cover, Medical, Retirement
No. 216 – Rethinking life insurance cover at retirement Question My wife and I are approaching retirement. We are in good health, have no debt, and have built up a reasonable nest egg. However, we are currently paying R15,000 per month for life and dread disease...
