Tax shouldn�t stress you out
Taxes are a fact of life that we can’t avoid, even after we pass away. They can be a significant source of stress and anxiety for many people, especially when we consider how we’re taxed and how The Receiver spends our hard-earned money. However, changing our perception and behaviour towards taxes can help us minimise […]
Think before you switch
Financial planning is a complex and dynamic process that requires individuals to be proactive in their investment strategies. We find ourselves moving from the empirical to the emotional, from processes to perceptions and from products to people. Changing financial goals and shifting market conditions are just some of the many factors that necessitate adjusting a […]
Hedge Funds in South Africa
We aim to be financial planners who know how to help you get you the life you deserve. With our experience, know-how, and personalised approach, we can help you plan towards the life and wealth that you desire. From your individual financial needs to that of your family and business requirements, we cover the full […]
Common Hedge Fund Strategies
With a solid 70-year history, hedge funds are a popular choice for those with larger investment portfolios. At Victus Group, we�ve helped many of our clients integrate, and work towards, the strategic use of hedge funds in their financial planning. We have found that hedge fund strategies offer a robust solution to cover a broad […]
The history of hedge funds
Whenever we experience dips in the market, or feel the effects of a recession and hiked inflation, analysts and wealth managers remind us that the general trend over the last hundred years is a positive one – with the resounding message being that it�s about time in the markets, not the timing of the markets. […]
No such thing as a �sure thing�
When it comes to investing, many people search for opportunities that will give them the highest return with the lowest risk. In some respects, they�re searching for that �sure thing�. But, as we all know – there�s no such thing as a sure thing. There is risk with everything.� In the world of investing, certain […]
How to avoid Trust issues
Trusts are not only for the rich and famous – they can offer valuable protection for your family wealth. As vehicles of wealth preservation, trusts have had some important regulatory changes over the past few years as authorities have attempted to shift them away from tax evasion and more towards a true, family-minded way to […]
Divorce and de-will
The top five most stressful events in life are often cited as the death of a loved one, divorce, moving, major illness or injury and the loss of work. When one of these happens to us, our emotions overwhelm us and make it tricky to think lucidly. In recent years, particularly since the global pandemic […]
Coming to terms with�
� the jargon in your Will! One of the reasons so many of us veer far away from finalising our Wills is because the terminology can be overwhelming! But, the proper language can help us bring clarity to our final wishes – and help our loved ones come to terms with our passing. At Victus […]
Removing the stigmas around Wills
We need to talk about wills and estate planning so that we can remove the stigmas that stifle our engagement with drafting our will.� Here�s the thing about financial planning: we don�t plan out of fear; we plan so that we can extend our peace of mind. This is why wills form such a key […]