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New consumer act aims to protect against shady marketing

11 May 2011 · Staff Writer

A new era of consumer rights dawned in South Africa on 1 April, when the Consumer Protection Act came into force.

Absa says house prices still under pressure

9 May 2011 · Staff Writer

The year-on-year growth in residential house prices was constrained in April, according to the Absa House Price Index released on Monday.

Up your guard against card skimming

6 May 2011 · Staff Writer

Customers must be careful when using their bank cards to prevent being defrauded by "skimmers", Standard Bank has warned.

South Africans should prepare now for looming price hikes

3 May 2011 · Staff Writer

2011 has so far painted a bleak picture for the future of the South African consumer with the price of fuel, electricity and food all expected to increase substantially in the months ahead.

Graduates confident about staying in SA

3 May 2011 · Staff Writer

According to a survey released last week Thursday, the majority of graduate professionals are upbeat about staying in South Africa.

What will it cost to insure Will and Kate's royal wedding?

28 April 2011 · Staff Writer

Think your insurance premium is too much? Just take a look at Will and Kate's bill!

Learn the essentials of bookkeeping with GetSmarter

19 April 2011 · Staff Writer

Would you like to learn more about bookkeeping? GetSmarter's innovative online Bookkeeping course starts in May.

Easter cellphone banking tips from FNB

18 April 2011 · Staff Writer

Cellphone Banking is a convenient banking method, especially when you are on holiday. Just be sure to always be Cellphone Banking Wise with our tips

Medical Aid South Africa

14 April 2011 · Staff Writer

Medical Aid in South Africa can be a tricky business

What is the difference between debt counselling and debt administration

14 April 2011 · Staff Writer

Do you know what the difference between debt counselling and debt administration is?

Debt relief programs

14 April 2011 · Staff Writer

Debt relief programs can really help you get your life back on track, but you have to be willing to do the work

Home owner wins court case

12 April 2011 · Staff Writer

On Monday the Constitutional Court ruled that only a judge - and not a high court registrar - can decide if a bank can sell a person's home in execution.