Brynn Diesel - Independent Financial Planning Partner at Adviceworx

01/10/2026

01/10/2026

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You nominated a beneficiary. But does that guarantee they’ll receive your retirement fund benefit? Not necessarily. Yesterday marked the end of Wills Month, but the conversations it sparked shouldn't end there. One of the most important is understanding what a beneficiary nomination actually means...

17/09/2026

A will is important — but estate planning is about more than simply having a document in place.

Ask yourself:
• Is my will still up to date?
• Would my family have enough cash available if something happened to me?
• Does my family know what I want — and where the important documents are?
• Have I chosen the right executor?
• What legacy do I actually want to leave behind?

Life changes. Families change. Assets change. Your estate plan should change with them.

Preparation should begin before a crisis, not because of one.

This Wills Month, take the opportunity to have the conversation. It could make a significant difference to the people you care about most.

10/09/2026

September is Wills Month in South Africa, which gives us an opportunity to create even more awareness about such a vital aspect of financial planning.

​I’ll be honest, I'm not a massive fan of Wills Month. A Will is such an important document that we shouldn't only focus on it for a single month or week. It is something we need to maintain, review, and focus energy on all the time, which is why I try to mention estate planning and Wills regularly.

​Every single adult needs a Will. Whether you own a major estate or feel like you don't own anything at all, you need a Will. It is an essential document for everyone.

​If you disagree, please contact me so we can have that discussion. And if you didn't know you needed one, please reach out so we can get you sorted. It is absolutely vital.

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25/08/2026

It is easy to get caught up in the anxiety of trying to make the right call when life feels uncertain.

But you do not need every detail sorted or every outcome guaranteed before you take a step forward.

Take that step!

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24/08/2026

21/08/2026

💭 Friday Thought

​There is no such thing as zero risk—only different trade-offs.

​When it comes to your money, your career, or your life, avoiding risk often ends up being the costliest choice you can make.

​As you step into the weekend, ask yourself:
​What is a risk worth taking in your life right now?

​Have a great weekend, everyone. 👌

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20/08/2026

When people ask for "zero risk" investments, what they usually want is freedom from short-term market fluctuations.

​It’s an understandable goal, but true zero-risk doesn't exist. You are simply trading one risk for another.
​If you focus entirely on avoiding short-term drops, you expose yourself to a far quieter threat: inflation eroding your purchasing power over 10, 20, or 30 years.

​Financial planning isn't about eliminating risk—it's about choosing the trade-offs that actually serve your long-term goals.

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