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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.

How should you invest a windfall?

23 July 2013 · Staff Writer

If you've won the Lotto there are things you should consider once you’ve finished dancing for joy to ensure that your money lasts

SA municipality finances in the red

22 July 2013 · Staff Writer

Communities have resorted to drastic measures to show their unhappiness at lack of service delivery.What is the cause of this problem?

Fewer South Africans are saving for education

12 July 2013 · Staff Writer

Rising debt is preventing South Africans from saving for their children's education.

SA health insurance industry ranks ninth

SA health insurance industry ranks ninth

9 July 2013 · Staff Writer

A recent survey shows that South Africans are happy with their health insurance.

Old Mutual launches private equity fund

8 July 2013 · Staff Writer

Old Mutual Investment Group has launched a new private equity fund targeted at high net worth individuals

Investing in state-owned companies could impact pension funds negatively

4 July 2013 · Staff Writer

The proposal for state-owned companies to use pension funds for investments could be bad news for retirees.