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Shopping showdown - which retailer wins at the tills?
This article compares the cost of basic goods and provides some tips on how to thrive in the supermarket aisles.

How to save R1 million
What if becoming a millionaire wasn’t just an attainable dream, but a goal within reach? Experts weigh in on how we can realistically achieve this.

Which debts should you really pay off first?
There are different schools of thought when it comes to which debts you should pay off first. We examine two approaches.

What does it mean to “pay yourself first”?
The term “pay yourself first” is a budgeting strategy that’s often recommended by financial advisers. We investigate how to implement it practically.

How to invest R500 to R1,000
As your income grows or your expenses decrease, you could find that you have extra money at the end of the month. We consider how best to invest this money.

Alternatives to traditional car ownership
In the face of rising inflation, consumers are considering alternatives to traditional car ownership. We consider three of these.

Offshore investing 101 – how much should you invest?
Offshore investing has significant financial advantages. We explore how to invest offshore and what it takes to secure great portfolio performance.

When should you invest rather than save?
Extra cash left at the end of the month? We have a look at the differences between saving and investing, and we find out how you should decide which one to pursue.

Investing for your retirement – which product to use?
Retirement annuities (RAs) and tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs) - which is better when planning for your retirement?

What do activist investors aim to achieve?
If you had the financial means to invest in a company so that you can enact the change you want to see in the world, would you do it? There is a growing group of individuals who would, and these are known as activist investors.

Does installing a tracker reduce your insurance premium?
Installing a tracker can increase the safety of your car and track it in the event of theft and hijacking. But what kind of impact will it have on your insurance premiums?

Is online shopping cheaper?
With the pace of life ever increasing, convenience has come to dictate the way we shop. Apps and shopping platforms are drawing us away from traditional purchasing methods to buy the products that we need in the comfort – and safety ...

