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NDMA will gain independence to help public with debt

20 August 2013 · Staff Writer

After much criticism, the NDMA is becoming a non-profit, independent consumer focused services agency to support indebted individuals.

Will your medical aid pay your dental fees?

19 August 2013 · Staff Writer

With dental fees rising above inflation your medical aid cover may not be enough to keep your teeth in the best condition.

More women are becoming the main breadwinner

16 August 2013 · Staff Writer

More South African women are becoming breadwinners and taking on the role of household heads.

Money growing on trees

15 August 2013 · Staff Writer

Nedbank's Retail and Green Savings Bonds was launched last year with the focus on developing the green economy. But will it suit you?

Test your trading skills online

2 August 2013 · Staff Writer

The JSE has launched an online virtual trader platform where you can test your trading skills in a risk free environment.

NCT takes debt counsellor to task

1 August 2013 · Staff Writer

The National Consumer Tribunal (NCT) cancels the registration of a debt counsellor from Durban.

FSB warns against trading with Zantech

31 July 2013 · Staff Writer

Consumers have been warned to steer clear of Zantech Trading after the Financial Services Board(FSB) claims that they are not registered as a Financial Services Provider.

Petrol price blues to hit motorists in August

29 July 2013 · Staff Writer

Motorists will have another reason to stick to a strict budget with another petrol hike predicted for next month.

Can you afford to live longer?

26 July 2013 · Staff Writer

South Africans are living longer, according to latest figures but can they really afford to?

Ombudsman names insurers with most complaints

25 July 2013 · Staff Writer

The short-term insurance industry will experience even more transparency with the Ombudsman's recent report on customer complaints.

SA bonds could depreciate further

24 July 2013 · Staff Writer

Low interest rates have always made the SA bond market a good playground for low-risk investors. So why are bonds losing their appeal?

Dealing with depression and debt

23 July 2013 · Staff Writer

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group said they have received an increase in calls from people with financial problems.