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DB X-trackers set to cut Exchange Traded Fund Fees

3 July 2013 · Staff Writer

DB X-trackers will slash the cost of already affordable Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs).

Another petrol increase to hit consumers

2 July 2013 · Staff Writer

Consumers will once again have to dig deeper into their pockets for another petrol price hike.

Disposable salaries are declining

1 July 2013 · Staff Writer

Consumers are coming home with less money, thanks to increases in tax and insurance premiums.

Seven top tax filing tips

1 July 2013 · Staff Writer

If last year’s tax filing season left you scrambling to make the deadline you may want to follow our top seven tips and get organised.

Scheme merger could mean more affordable fees

28 June 2013 · Staff Writer

Open medical schemes' intention to merge is good news for members.

Government could ban the sale of used car parts

26 June 2013 · Staff Writer

An amendment to the National Road Traffic Management Act, could ban the sale of used car parts and impact insurance premiums.

How to choose the best pension scheme

24 June 2013 · Staff Writer

Does your company's pension scheme make enough provision for you and your family?

Sizwe Medical Fund curator in the hot seat

24 June 2013 · Staff Writer

Numsa has called for the suspension Sizwe Medical Fund's curator for alleged transgressions.

Is asset allocation the best strategy?

21 June 2013 · Staff Writer

PPS Investments believe that manager selection will be the crucial differentiator of future investment performance.

Rescue plan for controversial medical guideline tariffs

20 June 2013 · Staff Writer

The Health Professions Council of South Africa(HPCSA) will soon have a set a guideline tariff for medical practitioners.

NCR advises consumers to monitor debts

19 June 2013 · Staff Writer

Credit bureau statistics show that the number of consumers with impaired records increased by 189,000 to 9.53 million.

Standard Bank launches reward programme

18 June 2013 · Staff Writer

Standard Bank has launched a reward programme for customers that use their debit, cheque or credit card on a regular basis.