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How to avoid being ripped off on Valentine's Day

How to avoid being ripped off on Valentine's Day

2 February 2015 · Staff Writer

Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and you may want to impress your partner with extravagant gifts and an expensive dinner. However, denting your finances for the month is not the best idea.  

Tracking your petrol with FillApp

30 January 2015 · Staff Writer

FillApp is a locally developed app,that uses the size of your tank, and the petrol you use to determine how much you will save (or lose) when the petrol price changes.

LiveBids Auctions: changing the way we shop online

30 January 2015 · Staff Writer

LiveBids Auctions has just been launched in South Africa, it offers a buying and selling platform that incorporates different aspects of various social media.

No such thing as a blacklist

29 January 2015 · Staff Writer

According to the executive manager of the CBA Jeannine Viljoen, there is no such thing as a blacklist.

No rate hike: consumers safe for another quarter

29 January 2015 · Staff Writer

The South African Reserve Bank announced today that repo rate will remain the same at 5,75%.

How to save money in retirement

How to save money in retirement

28 January 2015 · Staff Writer

In its first Private Pension Index, BankservAfrica has revealed that pensioners are struggling financially.

Eskom critical peak day pricing pilot project

28 January 2015 · Staff Writer

Eskom has revealed that a 'peak day' pilot project that it's been running since October 2013 has produced good results.

Take advantage of January sales

27 January 2015 · Staff Writer

There are currently several sales on the go that claim to offer customers great savings.

How long will Eskom keep the lights out?

27 January 2015 · Staff Writer

The grid will be under pressure for the current week resulting in a high risk of load shedding.

The long term impact of the Soweto looting

27 January 2015 · Staff Writer

Over the past week there has been looting and violence against foreign shop owners across Soweto.

Where to get free medical advice

27 January 2015 · Staff Writer

There are a few websites that offer some medical advice for free or for less than what it would cost you to consult a doctor.

Interest rate likely to remain the same

27 January 2015 · Staff Writer

It is unlikely that SARB will reduce the interest rate at this time, however, there is a possibility for an increase later in the year.