By Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute The Olympic Games will take place from 26 July to 11 August 2024. This spectacular event will go down in history, and Paris will be the center of the world. This is not a sports newsletter, however, I was keen to find out…
Vote Wisely: Crafting Your Financially Fit Tomorrow
By Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute This year, a significant number of countries will be holding elections. According to available information, at least 64 countries and the European Union are scheduled for national elections. With the South African election a few months away, staying informed and up-to-date with the…
Love and Money: A Journey Towards Lasting Prosperity
By Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute It is that time of the year again: romance is setting in and Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching. Love it or hate it, in a few moments, Valentine’s Day is here. For the hopeless romantics among us, it is a chance to celebrate…
Embracing Opportunity: Harnessing the Power of a Rising Tide
By Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute In a challenging economic climate, it is crucial to take proactive steps to maintain a healthy and stable personal financial situation. Regardless of the season, South Africans can benefit from adopting smart financial habits and planning. In the world of finance, the saying…
What Are the Benefits of Treating Financial Planning as a Journey?
By Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute This time of the year is filled with thoughts of how we are to celebrate the end of the year, among other festivities. It is an opportunity to reflect on the past year and count our blessings with hope and excitement. So, let…
A Practical Approach to Maneuvering the Black Friday Chaos.
Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute I am writing this article on the eve of the Black Friday frenzy. This is an annual retail event that originated in the United States and has gained widespread popularity in South Africa in recent years. With extravagant discounts and special offers, shoppers eagerly…
Break Free: It’s Time to Ditch Your Mom’s Bank Account
By Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute Kids are wonderful creatures until they discover permanent markers and decide to use them on the walls.On a serious note, they bring joy, laughter, and a sense of wonder to our lives. Their endless curiosity and enthusiasm for learning inspire us to see…
Women regard their finances as sacrosanct.
By Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute The Mzansi citizens casually regard August as women’s month. August 9th in particular; is recognised as National Women’s Day. This day commemorates the march of women in 1956 to protest the discriminatory Pass Laws, which required non-white individuals to carry identification documents and…
Financial Emancipation for Generation Z: A Possibility?
By Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute The first week of July has gone by so quickly following an eventful month of June which is commonly known as the youth month. I had time to think about the Generation Z and whether there’s any financial liberation for this group. …
Become allergic to debt this winter.
By Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute The winter season is in full force with common allergies that result in most of us sneezing. An allergy is an exaggerated response to a substance and is unique to each person. Similarly, debt exposure is personal and differs from one person to…