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Will the interest rate remain the same, or go up?

17 July 2014 · Staff Writer

Everyone holds their breath today waiting for the results on whether or not the rates will increase. 

Will the interest rate remain the same, or are we in for another hike

17 July 2014 · Staff Writer

  All eyes will be glued to television screens at 3pm today as the Gill Marcus, governor of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) reveals what she and her Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) believe is in the best interest of the...

CBD property boom out-prices homebuyers

16 July 2014 · Staff Writer

A look at the increase in property sales in and around CBD’s in South African cities. 

NCR to investigate R699 car scheme

15 July 2014 · Staff Writer

Hundreds claim they have been cheated out of money through the R699 car buying scheme and now the NCR is investigating. 

How well do know your insurance policy?

14 July 2014 · Staff Writer

Don’t short change yourself, familiarise yourself with terminology regarding your insurance policy.

10 Ways to reduce your bank fees

14 July 2014 · Staff Writer

Withdrawal and over the counter transaction fees can all add up. Change your banking habits now and save money on bank fees. 

Interest rate not a concern?

11 July 2014 · Staff Writer

The potential for interest rates to increase is not a concern for consumers that are applying for vehicle finance.

Debtfree launches debt industry awards

9 July 2014 · Staff Writer

An industry magazine is set to reward those in the debt industry that have provided exceptional services. Are the awards transparent?

FNB systems error results in double debits

7 July 2014 · Staff Writer

An FNB blunder over the weekend got customers all hot under the collar. 

Six common investment mistakes to avoid

6 July 2014 · Staff Writer

Jo-Anne Bailey of Franklin Templeton goes through the typical mistakes investors make and offers tips on how to avoid them.

National Credit Regulator arrests unlawful lenders

4 July 2014 · Staff Writer

Lenders flouting the law are being brought to book by the National Credit Regulator reports Angelique Ruzicka. 

Six ways to save on your electricity bill

2 July 2014 · Staff Writer

South African residents urged to implement electricity tips as price hike comes into effect.