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Technical issues hamper GEPF payments

The sheer number of savings pot withdrawal applications by GEPF members has caused some technical glitches, but these...

Advance payments on car finance explained

by Maya Fisher-French | My Car, My Credit/Debt

Advance payments on car finance can be confusing, as different finance houses may have different ways of treating...

Two-pot withdrawals: GEPF members to start receiving payment soon

by Maya Fisher-French | GEPF, My Retirement

The Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) has confirmed that it will start processing payments for those members...

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How to achieve your longer-term goals

Welcome to the Santam Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp with Maya Fisher-French and Mapalo Makhu. This series is designed to guide you through essential financial topics, helpin...

Money Bootcamp: How to put a savings plan together

Welcome to the Santam Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp with Maya Fisher-French and Mapalo Makhu. This series is designed to guide you through essential financial topics, helpin...

Avoid these mistakes when writing your will

As we mark National Wills Week, there's no better time to address the importance of having a properly drafted will. In the latest episode of our podcast, Maya Fisher-French si...

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How much do you need to retire?

For most of us, retirement is one of our most important goals. It is probably the biggest investment we will make in our lifetime. Yet there are many ways in which we sabotage this goal.

Don’t underestimate how much money you will need in retirement. You will spend more on medical costs after retirement, so you need to include this in your retirement budget. You will also have more time on your hands and may want to travel, or have outings and experiences. In retirement you have more time to spend money.

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