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  • February 2025 | How to Keep FOMO Out of Your Investment Strategy
    by Accredinet Financial Solutions (Pty) Ltd on February 1, 2025 at 12:00 am

    The fear of missing out (FOMO) is a powerful emotion for many people. And when it comes to investing, it can be a dangerous one. This is because FOMO creates a strong urge to act impulsively – which can have negative long-term consequences. Disciplined investors are able to keep FOMO at bay, however, so let’s explore how you can do that.After your passing, the last thing you want is conflict among your heirs and unnecessary legal drama. The best – some would say “only&...

  • January 2025 | A Comprehensive Shield: Risk Cover is More Than Just Life Insurance
    by Accredinet Financial Solutions (Pty) Ltd on January 1, 2025 at 12:00 am

    Many people shy away from life insurance because they view it as a tax on their current income in order to benefit someone else when they are no longer around. But personal risk cover is about a lot more than simply leaving a windfall to your family when you pass away. As we explain in this article, it’s really about creating a shield for you and your loved ones against life’s most devastating events.Born between 1965 and 1980, Gen Xers have lived through times of economic turmoil,...

  • December 2024 | Burgernomics: Decoding Currency Values with the Big Mac Index
    by Accredinet Financial Solutions (Pty) Ltd on December 1, 2024 at 12:00 am

    The Big Mac Index, created by Pam Woodhall and first published in The Economist in 1986, offers an easily digestible way (pun intended) to assess currency values and the purchasing power parity (PPP) between countries.  Comparing the price of a McDonald's Big Mac in different currencies gives a basic snapshot of whether a currency is overvalued or undervalued. Read on to find out the how the world’s most famous burger can help you – and where its limitations lie.It’s e...

  • November 2024 | 6 Winning Strategies That Top Investors and Elite Endurance Athletes Share
    by Accredinet Financial Solutions (Pty) Ltd on November 1, 2024 at 12:00 am

    A recent survey from the US reveals that people who do endurance sport as a hobby earn three times more than the average person. Surprising?  Initially, perhaps. But when you look closer, the traits that fuel success on the trail often mirror those that drive wealth building. Read on for six habits that top investors and elite athletes share.South Africans tend to fixate on the performance of the rand. We’ve all become used to our currency losing value. Can you believe that 20 ...

  • October 2024 | With Gold at Record Highs, Should You be Investing?
    by Accredinet Financial Solutions (Pty) Ltd on October 1, 2024 at 12:00 am

    Many South African investors have a strong affinity for gold. And the recent gains in the gold price have also got a lot of people excited. Gold has never looked this good. But it’s important to understand that while gold itself is easy to understand, there is a lot to think about when investing in the precious metal. In this article, we look at the pros and cons of gold as an investment, and how you can get some of it into your portfolio – if it’s the right choice for you.&n...