Tag: insurance
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Marriage is an emotional and financial package deal
Five key financial matters you need to consider before flying off on your honeymoon MARRIAGE is not only about taking care of each other’s emotional well-being, but also your mutual financial well-being. So while you’re planning a lifetime partnership with your loved one, here are five financial questions to ask once you’ve popped the question:…
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It’s your funeral, so weigh these factors well
We unpack the many considerations when buying this insurance Funeral insurance is the most popular financial product in SA and there is lots of competition for your business, but it isn’t easy to compare policies to ensure you are getting a fair deal. If you ask a number of providers for quotes, you will find…
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BrightRock shows the way in innovation
BrightRock is no longer a small player: last year it had annual premium income of R1.6bn and new business of R433m At a time when insurtech businesses are cutting out the middleman, BrightRock, just seven years old, stands out as the poster child for the traditional intermediary-based model. Its total premium income was up 43%…
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5 Things to Know about Group Risk Cover as an Employee Benefit
Group risk cover is likely to be one of the deductions on your pay cheque if you are receiving employee benefits as part of your monthly salary. But what exactly is it for, and how can it make a positive difference in your life? Schalk Malan, CEO of BrightRock, explains why you might not be…
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Tackling a weighty issue
According to the World Bank, in 2013, the average South African has a life expectancy of 56.74 years. This is an increase of almost five years since 2005. However, we are also getting more obese. Approximately 61% of South Africans are overweight or obese, making us the most obese country in sub-Saharan Africa. Considering some…
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Don’t under-estimate the worth of the non-breadwinner
Many people believe that only the family breadwinner needs to have life, disability and severe illness cover. This view is fundamentally flawed, a financial planning professional says. Craig Torr, director at Cape Town-based financial planning practice Crue Invest, says that just because the stay-at-home partner does not earn an income does not mean the family…