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Some coaching considerations to keep in mind that apply to both your sporting hobbies and your investment plans.

There are many financial aspects to work through when negotiating a divorce settlement.

I've never had to go through a divorce, thank goodness-watching the disintegration of my parents' marriage when I was 11 was painful enough, not to mention the number of times I've tried as a minister (and, in many cases, failed) to save the relationship of other couples.

Table 4.4 Personal income tax rates and bracket adjustments

Are you a citizen of the United States of America? If so, you have US tax obligations... even if you've never set foot in the country.

Each country has its own rules to determine tax residency. South Africa, for instance, applies two tests to determine whether one is a 'resident' for tax purposes. The first is the 'ordinarily resident' test, which covers situations where (for example) someone is seconded overseas on (say) a three-year contract. but still maintains their residence in South Africa and intends to return to such residence once they've completed their secondment.

An older executive sedan for the same money as a new base-model hatchback can be a more sensible and satisfying ownership experience, provided that you do your homework.

The past decade demonstrates that emerging markets offer economic growth, while developed markets offer earnings growth.

A look at local vs offshore; active vs passive; 'best-or worst-performing funds; and equities, bonds, cash, or property.

Your first priority upon arrival is accommodation, subsistence, and employment.

Key upcoming tax submission dates

The way I went about doing the spadework for our relocation to the UK was either brave or stupid, depending on your sense of adventure, but in my case it was easier and more sensible to go it alone and get established before bringing my family across. lf all else failed, jumping on an Airbus back to SA would have been the worst that could happen.

SASI's 2019 campaign for National Savings Month challenges people to come up with innovative ways to save money.

A preferable solution would be to invest a monthly amount into a unit trust portfolio or your retirement fund.