Everything Counts | Episode 32: Should you move your retirement savings offshore?

Are you worried about whether your retirement savings are safe and working as hard as they can? This episode of Everything Counts dives deep into the realities of moving your retirement savings offshore and what it means for South Africans planning for the future. Join host Motheo Khoaripe as he chats with Investec’s Kate Robson, co-head of My Investments, and Johan Loubser, head of adviser enablement, to explore the myths, benefits and risks of offshore retirement investing. From currency risk and diversification to tax rules, estate planning and offshore investment returns, they unpack everything you need to know to make informed decisions. Learn how offshore retirement plans can protect your savings, why spreading your investments across countries and currencies matters, and the steps to ensure your portfolio is aligned with your long-term goals. Discover why careful planning, expert advice and understanding the rules are key to making offshore investing work for you. Whether you’re just starting to save, considering retiring overseas, or looking for smarter ways to grow and protect your retirement savings, this episode empowers you to take control of your financial future. 00:00 Introduction 01:58 Offshore investing vs offshore retirement investing 02:45 Offshore investing for people retiring locally vs retiring abroad 05:15 Regulation 28 06:37 Is offshore investing only for the wealthy? 08:33 Benefits of offshore investing 09:48 Timing an offshore investment right 12:18 Matching your retirement savings to where you’ll spend 15:35 Tax implications of investing abroad 17:16 Estate planning with offshore investments 20:32 Risk vs reward of offshore investing 21:46 The role of a financial adviser in offshore investments 23:20 Where offshore retirement investing fits into a portfolio 24:52 Conclusion Investec Focus Radio SA