Draft:Bert Hofhuis
Bert Hofhuis | |
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| Born | |
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Occupation(s) | Founder, entrepreneur |
| Website | berthofhuis.co.uk |
Bert Hofhuis is a founder and entrepreneur simplifying the complexities of later life planning based in London, United Kingdom.[1] He is known for simplifying later-life planning and navigating financial products such as equity release, lifetime mortgages, and wealth management.
Early life and education
[edit]Hofhuis was born in the Netherlands and later moved to South Africa, where he earned a diploma in agriculture from Cedara College of Agriculture in 1975. He also studied at the University of the Witwatersrand, obtaining an advanced certificate in technical road transport, and at the University of Johannesburg, where he earned a diploma in road transport.[2][3] Additionally, he has completed courses in mortgages, real estate development, and UK pensions.[4]
Career
[edit]Hofhuis has worked as a strategy consultant for various organizations across the UK, Asia, and Africa, including the European Union, GIZ, Investment Board Nepal, TradeMark Africa, Maersk, and Value Logistics.[5] He established Fleetlink, a transport consultancy in Cape Town, South Africa.[3]
In 2018, Hofhuis founded SovereignBoss, a retirement education hub in London, specializing in equity release, lifetime mortgages, and home reversion, helping people navigate complex financial decisions for later life.[6] That same year, he launched Every Investor, a platform providing insights on wealth management, retirement planning, pensions, and investment products to guide individuals toward financial security.[7]
In addition to his financial ventures, Hofhuis founded FundWeb and BankingTimes to provide accessible resources for retirement planning and financial decision-making.[8]
Published works
[edit]Hofhuis is a published author, with works focusing on financial literacy and retirement planning. His books include Equity Release and Retirement: Your Guide to Later Life Mortgage Options and SIPPs: Your Guide to Self-Invested Personal Pensions, which aim to help readers make informed financial decisions.[9]
Community engagement
[edit]Hofhuis is an advocate for environmental issues and recycling regulations, often providing guidance to his community on compliance with recycling laws.[10][11] He is also available for public speaking engagements on topics related to leadership, financial consulting, and business innovation.[12]
References
[edit]- ^ Dalton, Nia (27 December 2023). "Brits warned not to recycle certain items at Xmas or risk eye-watering fines". The Mirror. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
- ^ "Bert Hofhuis". LinkedIn. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
- ^ a b Patel, Romil (7 November 2014). "Djibouti Plans LNG, Oil Terminals to Develop Regional Trade". Bloomberg. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
- ^ "Bert Hofhuis Education". BertHofhuis.co.uk. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
- ^ "EAC Traders Advised on Alternative Cargo Route". Uganda Radio Network. 4 May 2016. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
- ^ "Founder: The Visionary of Senior Financial Solutions". sovereignboss.co.uk. 5 November 2023. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
- ^ "What Challenges Do Non-Tech Startups Face in Seed Funding?". Featured. 15 March 2024. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
- ^ "Meet Our Contributors: Expert Team Behind Our Success". FundWeb. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
- ^ "Amazon Author Bert Hofhuis". Amazon.co.uk. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
- ^ "Christmas recycling tips". Chepstow Beacon. 11 December 2023. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
- ^ Smith, Charlotte (25 December 2023). "What you can't recycle at Christmas and how to avoid being fined". Bristol Live. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
- ^ "Public Speaking and Leadership Engagements". BertHofhuis.co.uk. Retrieved 6 November 2024.