Safeguard your legacy
The Citizen|October 30, 2024
ART FORM: BEYOND NUMBERS, SPREADSHEETS
Jean van Biljon
Safeguard your legacy

In today's fast-paced financial world, the ability to create wealth is often seen as the pinnacle of success. However, the real challenge lies not only in creating wealth but also in preserving it for future generations. This is where the art of wealth preservation comes into play – an art that goes beyond mere numbers and spreadsheets.

Why wealth preservation matters

As we journey through life, accumulating wealth is often a sign of hard work, wise investments, and the realisation of our financial goals. But without a solid strategy for wealth preservation, all that effort can be at risk. If we aren't prepared, market volatility, economic downturns, and unexpected life events can erode even the most robust financial portfolios.

Preserving wealth is not just about maintaining what you have today – it's about ensuring that the legacy you leave behind is meaningful and enduring.

For many, this means supporting loved ones, funding philanthropic efforts, or ensuring future generations have the financial stability to pursue their dreams.

This story is from the October 30, 2024 edition of The Citizen.

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