Linked Investment

What will it Cost?

Find out everything you need to know about the A Linked Endowment.
Can I switch out of one underlying Investment Portfolio into another within a policy?<
Yes, your portfolio is flexible. You can choose to switch Investment Portfolios at any point whilst investing in A Linked Endowment.
Is there a withdrawal charge?
There are currently no withdrawal charges levied
nvestments against A Linked Endowment.
What is the minimum investment for A Linked Endowment?
The minimum investment is R100,000 per policy
Do the underlying Investment Portfolios have their own sub-minimum investment amounts?
Certain Investment Portfolios may have their own investment minimum amounts.
Can I make additional contributions?
Yes. Legislation limits the amount which may be contributed to the policy via additional contribution or recurring monthly debit order as follows:

• During the first year after the initial investment takes place, there is no limitation on the amount which may be contributed.
• In subsequent years, a maximum of 120% of the larger of the contributions made during either of the two preceding years may be invested. Should the additional contribution exceed this amount, the Policyholder will be required to open a new policy for which the five year restriction period will apply.

What happens if the policyholder passes away?
Your policy will pay a benefit equal to the policy value after fees and charges due, if you're both the policyholder and the nominated life assured. If there is more than one life assured on the policy, the policy will continue until the death of the last life assured. When the last life assured passes away, the death benefit will be paid to the nominated beneficiaries for the policy. If no beneficiaries are nominated then the benefit will be paid to the estate. A beneficiary will have no interest or right to a death benefit from the policy until after the death of the last life assured
Are loans permitted against the policy?
Linked Endowment Investments don't permit a loan to be taken on the policy
What are the tax implications of this investment?
The value of the investment account is subject to taxation according to the ”Four Funds” tax approach that applies to South African long-term insurers. The policy proceeds are paid out tax-free to the original policyholder. An income tax, capital gains tax and dividends charge will be levied on the investment portfolios. Income tax and CGT is charged at a reduced rate, ranging from 15% income tax and 5% CGT, down to 0% for investments
Can I withdraw from my investment?
During the first five years of the policy you may take one full or partial withdrawal (with no withdrawal charges), the value of which is limited by legislation. After five years all restrictions on the policy fall away, and you may withdraw all or a portion of the value of the policy at any time, with no limit on the number of withdrawals which may be taken.
Can the policy be used as security?
Yes, security and outright cessions are permitted.
Does the 30 day cooling-off period apply?
Due to the nature of this policy, the 30-day cooling-off period does not apply.
Do I need a Financial Advisor to invest in this product?
It is recommended that you appoint a financial advisor to assist you.
What is the term of the policy?
A Linked Endowment policy is open ended and as such does not have a term. Policies have a five-year restriction period from inception during which there are withdrawal limitations.