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3 Financial changes to expect after marriage
After getting engaged, it’s the ideal time to discuss your joint finances. We have a look at three important topics that you should work through with your partner before tying the knot.
4 Costs to consider before having a child
It takes a lot of hard work to raise a child. But, more than that, it costs a lot of money. If you’re planning to start a family, you need to be aware of how it will change your current budget.
The rise of rental fraud – don’t be a victim
It may seem awkward to request credentials from estate agents before handing over a deposit. However, with rental fraud on the rise, failing to do so may leave you vulnerable to scams.
How to protect your elders from fraud
Criminals like to target the elderly. We have a look at what elder fraud is by considering some real-life examples, and we then offer some tips on how you can protect the elders in your life.
Are you falling prey to funeral cover fraud?
What if your loved ones try to claim from your funeral cover after your passing, only to find out that your cover doesn’t exist? We have a look at how criminals trick policyholders.
What’s your net worth?
We have a look at why it’s important to know your net worth, we consider the math behind it, and we find out how you can improve it over time.
How to cope with financial anxiety
If you’re drowning in debt and struggling to make ends meet, then you're also likely suffering from financial anxiety. We have a look at what this entails, and we consider how you can get yourself into a better state.
Should you tell your colleagues how much you earn?
Openly discussing how much money you make is often considered taboo. We find out why this is such a “no-go” topic, and we consider whether it would be in your best interest to open up to your colleagues or not.
Should you trust your tax practitioner?
You hand over the burden of filing your taxes to your trusted tax practitioner. But who is responsible if there are errors in your tax return?
Insurance fraud - syndicates, opportunists, and murderers
We take out insurance to protect ourselves and our loved ones from unforeseen circumstances. But some try to take advantage of the insurance system. We have a look at what insurance fraud is.
The differences between assets and liabilities
There are many investments you’ll make in your lifetime, some of them worthwhile, others not so much. It seems reasonable to imagine that solid investments are assets, and their poorly-performing counterparts are liabilities.
Should you always buy property with a view to sell?
Property is one of the most significant investments you’ll ever make. Not only does it potentially provide you with a home, but it can offer you a source of rental income, or attract a profit if you decide to sell.