Easy Does It - A podcast by EasyEquities

Whether you're just embarking on retirement planning or you're a seasoned investor, tune in to navigate the dynamic landscape of retirement and politics!In this episode, we're joined by Daresh Lawengee, CEO of Rise EasyRetire, to delve deep into the fascinating intersection of retirement and politics.Daresh kicks off the conversation by exploring why nearly half of working South Africans aren't saving for retirement and emphasizes the importance of starting early. Additionally, we examine how elections worldwide can potentially disrupt financial markets, what to anticipate as leadership transitions occur, and how Rise EasyRetire is navigating market fluctuations caused by geopolitical factors.We also uncover the intricacies of the two-pot system as Daresh breaks it down and provides insights into its rollout. Lastly, we address proposed legislation that could mandate retirement funds to invest in public projects, shedding light on its implications for organizations like Rise EasyRetire and all South Africans.Share the love with us on social media by letting us know what you think of the episode by tweeting @EasyEquities or tagging us on the gram.To sign up to EasyEquities: http://bit.ly/2EtcE85DISCLAIMER: EasyEquities is a product of First World Trader (Pty) Ltd t/a EasyEquities which is an authorised Financial Services Provider. FSP number: 22588. This material is not intended as and does not constitute financial advice or any other advice and is neither exhaustive nor prescriptive. The views expressed by the contributor are his or her own (as an independently registered financial services provider, financial adviser or other independent capacity), and not necessarily endorsed by EasyEquities (as a separate financial services provider).

We spoke to Don Kruger and Earle Loxton, respective Head of Product and CEO at EasyCrypto, to chat about cryptocurrencies and their recent upward trend.A key theme to this conversation are the misconceptions surrounding crypto and managing expectations about it.To achieve this (management of expectations) and to demystify it, Earle and Don break down the primary drivers of crypto prices. We also speak about the highly anticipated crossover between exchange traded funds (ETFs) and digital assets, among other upcoming developments our guests foresee in the crypto space.You do not want to miss this conversation featuring crypto mavericks as they paint a picture for the present and future of how far-reaching the crypto web will expand.Share the love with us on social media by letting us know what you think of the episode by tweeting @EasyEquities or tagging us on the gram.To sign up to EasyEquities: http://bit.ly/2EtcE85DISCLAIMER: EasyEquities is a product of First World Trader (Pty) Ltd t/a EasyEquities which is an authorised Financial Services Provider. FSP number: 22588. This material is not intended as and does not constitute financial advice or any other advice and is neither exhaustive nor prescriptive. The views expressed by the contributor are his or her own (as an independently registered financial services provider, financial adviser or other independent capacity), and not necessarily endorsed by EasyEquities (as a separate financial services provider).

Many of us dread the conversation, process, and even thought of wealth preservation when it comes to death, but it’s an inevitable part of the journey. The team at EasyEquities have decided to make it, well, easier in every way.This is why we invited Mbulelo Mpofana, Product Manager at EasyEquities,  and Carly Esterhuizen, EasyEquities VP of Brand, to have this conversation with our community.The duo introduces EasyProtect, a new life insurance product in the EasyEquities universe to democratise the financial landscape and protect clients’ wealth.We go from personal experiences in dealing with life insurance, to the features in this new offering that make it suitable for the contemporary, ‘Easy’, generation. Click here to find out more about EasyProtect: https://protect.easyequities.co.za/Share the love with us on social media by letting us know what you think of the episode by tweeting @EasyEquities or tagging us on the gram.To sign up to EasyEquities: http://bit.ly/2EtcE85DISCLAIMER: EasyEquities is a product of First World Trader (Pty) Ltd t/a EasyEquities which is an authorised Financial Services Provider. FSP number: 22588. This material is not intended as and does not constitute financial advice or any other advice and is neither exhaustive nor prescriptive. The views expressed by the contributor are his or her own (as an independently registered financial services provider, financial adviser or other independent capacity), and not necessarily endorsed by EasyEquities (as a separate financial services provider).

This episode is part two of a conversation by parents sharing their insights in navigating family, kids, and finance. This special episode is hosted by Carly Esterhuizen, VP of EasyEquities Brand, and features experienced parents Ntombifuthi Dube and Justin Pearse, Client Experience Team Leader and VP of Partner Operations at Purple Group respectively.This part of the conversation gets a little more specific about strategy, where we highlight the value of tax-free investing for the next generation, as well as the types of investments these parents like for their kids and why they chose their investments.Our chat delves into the different ETFs and Unit Trusts parents can invest in for their kids, diversifying their investment portfolios, and the value of exchanging a kiddies’ meal for an investment (because it’s that easy ).Click here to find out more about opening an account for your kid: https://www.easyequities.co.za/youth-accountShare the love with us on social media by letting us know what you think of the episode by tweeting @EasyEquities or tagging us on the gram.To sign up to EasyEquities: http://bit.ly/2EtcE85DISCLAIMER: EasyEquities is a product of First World Trader (Pty) Ltd t/a EasyEquities which is an authorised Financial Services Provider. FSP number: 22588. This material is not intended as and does not constitute financial advice or any other advice and is neither exhaustive nor prescriptive. The views expressed by the contributor are his or her own (as an independently registered financial services provider, financial adviser or other independent capacity), and not necessarily endorsed by EasyEquities (as a separate financial services provider).