Why your emotions are the biggest risk to your money
Long-term wealth is built by staying invested, not by letting emotion dictate when you by or sell. Successful investing isn’t […]
Why not just invest in South Africa
By Charize Beukes* It’s one of the questions I hear most often, and a fair one: why invest offshore when
How diversified is your portfolio actually?
By Lloyd Uren* When investors sit down with us to review their portfolios, one word comes up more than any
Investing offshore just got easier. Here’s how.
By Suzean Haumann* In February, the finance minister doubled the single discretionary allowance (SDA) from R1 million to R2 million
July 02, 2026
Dear Suzean, Thank you for the superb service. What a pleasure dealing with you. I truly appreciate the professionalism and
Section 10C: Income tax strategies in retirement structuring
By Ruan Breed * One of the more misunderstood corners of SA’s retirement legislation is what happens when an investor
Why ‘safe’ decisions lose women money
By Roné van der Merwe* Not all women consider themselves ‘investors’. A ‘saver’, yes. Responsible with money, definitely. But investor?
Cash is king (but is it?)
Many investors tend to use a universal benchmark when gauging investment performance, and most default to Money Market rates, and
Behind on retirement savings? Time to deploy your Bomb Squad
By Charize Beukes, CFP®* We all know and love coach Rassie Erasmus’ Bomb Squad for the edge it gives our
May 25, 2026
Hi Brian, Thank you for your very informative comment. Rina and I are very happy with the performance of our
Megan joined the Brenthurst Wealth team in March 2026 as an Administrative and Fiduciary Services Assistant at our Val de Vie Office in the Western Cape. Prior to joining Brenthurst, Megan gained three years of experience in the retail sector, where she developed management and client service skills.
I obtained my National Diploma in Financial Information Systems from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology in 1999 and have worked in the wealth management industry since January 2000. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience in various roles, including Portfolio Manager Assistant, Planner Assistant, and Paraplanner.
Esmarelda Isaacs-Andreas joined the Brenthurst Wealth Stellenbosch office in October 2025, taking on the dual role of Receptionist and Fiduciary Administrator.
I obtained my National Diploma in Financial Information Systems from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology in 1999 and have worked in the wealth management industry since January 2000. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience in various roles, including Portfolio Manager Assistant, Planner Assistant, and Paraplanner.
Ashley joined Brenthurst Wealth in January 2025 as Office Administrative Assistant and Receptionist for the Stellenbosch Office.
René Heystek joined Brenthurst Wealth in November 2023, as receptionist and administrative assistant in the newly established George/Garden Route office.
Michelle Heystek has built a career in the financial services over the last two decades, after obtaining her B.Com degree in Financial Management in 2005. Once she joined Brenthurst in 2006, she continued her academic journey, obtaining her Certificate in Wealth Management from INSETA in 2007, followed by a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning from the University of the Free State. In 2008, she earned the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation.
Anelle joined Brenthurst Wealth as a Receptionist and Administrative Assistant to Brian Butchart in the Cape Town office in December 2023. She has a wealth of knowledge from working as a liaison between Financial Advisers and clients at TMA and Absa Investment Management Services (Aims) since 1998. She obtained her B. com degree from the University of Port Elizabeth in 1997.
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Sanet was appointed in April 2020, joining our Cape Town team as an Executive Administration Assistant to Renee Eagar. She has been in the financial services industry since 1990. Her previous experience includes positions at Sanlam, BJM and ABSA. She spent her last 12 years working at Alexander Forbes Private Client Wealth as a Senior Wealth Management Assistant. She has received numerous accolades over the years which include but not limited to, Alexander Forbes Client Service Excellence – Silver award in 2014,2015 and 2017. Sanet has also obtained her Certificate in Wealth Management (NQF 5) in 2012 and achieved “Best Student of the Year” from Moonstone.
Maria Smit is a Certified Financial Planner® with over 10 years of experience in the financial planning industry.
