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Bundling life insurance as newlyweds: Will you save?
Getting married signals quite a few extra expenses, whether it be on the wedding party or furnishing a new home. Therefore, you may be looking to save on costs such as your insurance. One such way is bundling your insurance. But is this the best...

Everything you need to know about student loans
Higher education comes with a big price tag nowadays and many people have failed to reach their dreams because they cannot afford to pay for their studies.

Does new home loan pricing mean you pay less?
In line with annual price guide revisions, Standard Bank has taken it a step further by reworking and introducing its home loan pricing structure. This may be a big win for consumers as it signals cheaper repayments and lower interest rates.

Tax free savings accounts – Which offer you the best value?
This week Justmoney compares TFSA’s across the five banks mentioned to see which bank allows for the most savings potential and which is cheaper to utilise.

Are you liable for your spouse’s debt?
Marriage may signal taking on someone’s last name, family, and even traditions. But are you signing up to be liable for your spouse’s debt too? And if your life partner is made redundant or fired, will you be responsible for your s...

MoneySmart: Is it worth your while?
Budgeting apps have revolutionised the way in which consumers manage their finances. From being able to access all your bank accounts to gaining access to budgeting tools, savings structures, and having your spending habits tracked – all ...

Local elections, international uncertainty: How will the rand respond?
As we dust off the Easter Holiday cobwebs, we enter the business end of the local election. This brings about a lot of local noise which could increase volatility in the rand. The market will look at any headline news which could lend short-term...

How does Tyme bank compare to traditional banks?
The South African banking industry is slowly moving into the digital space. In 2001, Capitec Bank opened its doors, changing the way banking had traditionally been done, ensuring that customers can access their accounts digitally.

Comparison of Gold Credit Cards offered at top South African banks
Nowadays banks are less particular about the colour of the cards they offer. However, they still name their cards based on the original colours. This week Justmoney found out how gold credit cards compare with one another.

Do you need credit to survive Easter?
Easter weekend is here and with it the expectation of celebration. While there is nothing wrong with this, it often means spending more money than you bargained for.

Young woman building a legacy brick by brick
When her dad passed away, Siyasanga Ngcongca, an internal auditing graduate, took over the family business. Ngcongca Construction, as her company is known, is a service provider to five insurance companies, handling building and commercial claims.

Can you evict paying residential tenants?
One of the most common reasons for wanting to evict a tenant is non-payment of rent. But there are many other situations that landlords may encounter. These can range from damaging property and breaching contract, to being reported as a continuo...

