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Complex and estate levies – what’s fair?
Living in a complex or estate has many advantages, such as heightened security and well-maintained public spaces. Communal living comes with a price tag, though.
9 Money habits of happy couples – and extra tips
Some couples seem to make an art of co-managing money matters. We have a look at the nine financial habits of happy couples, and we consider some key tips you should keep in mind.
Funeral cover – planning to avoid pain
Funerals play an important role in celebrating the life of the recently deceased. However, they’re often expensive and add extra stress in a time of grief.
How to offset fuel price hikes
The price of fuel is weighing heavily on the minds and hearts of South Africans In the year ending December 2021, consumers faced a staggering 40.4% pricing increase.
Can you afford the loan you qualify for?
You’ve applied for a loan, and you find that you qualify – but can you afford it? The distinction may not have occurred to you, but it’s important to consider it before putting pen to paper.
How has estate planning gone digital?
While traditional estate planning still has a place, technology has brought significant changes. We find out what these are, and we discuss four considerations that are part of modern estate planning.
Managing your finances as a stay-at-home mum
The responsibilities of a stay-at-home mother are many – and few would dispute, unappreciated and unrecognised. It may be tempting to believe that home-based mums don’t contribute financially, worsening the dire situation faced by ...
Budgeting for the return to office-based work
As the pandemic peters out, many companies are calling for remote workers to return to the office. With it will come a host of expenses that we recall too well - fuel, normalised car insurance, maintenance costs, lunch, coffee and, potentially, ...
Fight less by dividing your finances fairly
Money is a personal matter, and it can cause a lot of conflict in your relationship. We have a look at how splitting your expenses proportionately can prevent disagreements.
Should you stop paying for your adult child?
Does your adult child still live with you? We find out how you can encourage your child, or children, to become financially independent, and we consider how you can prepare them early on.
7 Investments to consider – and how they are taxed
When you’re looking for an investment that will grow your hard-earned savings, there are many options to consider. We have a look at a list of investments, and we outline the tax implications of each.
What happens to your retirement savings when you get a new job?
Having a retirement annuity in place is a critical part of financial planning. But what happens to the fund should you start a job at a different company? We investigate.