If you’re a South African living abroad—or planning to relocate—you may be wondering what happens to the retirement savings South Africa has helped you build. A common question is: “Can…
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If you’re a South African expat receiving pension or annuity income from back home, there’s good news: you may qualify for relief from South African income tax or even a…
Leaving South Africa? Don’t let tax headaches derail your dreams! Figuring out your tax residency outside of South Africa and navigating things like international money transfers can feel a bit…
Picture this: You’re living the expat life, enjoying the experience, the culture, and your new adventure. Nice, right? But when was the last time you thought about your retirement annuity…
The South African Parliament is on the verge of passing a groundbreaking bill that could reshape how citizens access their retirement savings. The National Council of Provinces (NCOP) recently adopted…
Your retirement savings is undoubtedly one of the most important investments you’ll make in your life, but what happens to this money if you’re planning to emigrate from South Africa?…
As working humans, we’re all ultimately headed for the same destination: retirement. The only difference? The vehicle we choose to get there. And when it comes to retirement savings vehicles,…
When work and familial responsibilities no longer anchor you to a specific location, retiring abroad becomes an exciting prospect. With children having left the nest, a well-established financial portfolio, and…
South Africa is home to many weird and wonderful creatures and the great white shark is one of our finest. Carcharodon carcharias is also known as the “white pointer” and…
It’s a question that we encounter frequently from South Africans living abroad or planning to move abroad: do I qualify for a state pension in South Africa, and if I…