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If you’re an earning millennial, this one’s for you…
Innovative, entitled and overly confident are but some of the stereotypes that people have come to associate with millennials. Well, that and their obsession with artisanal coffee, social media presence and boutique restaurants. But there is so ...
Second-hand vehicles are growing in popularity
Over the last couple years car dealerships started seeing a slow decline in purchases. It seemed South Africans had lost interest in new vehicles and were opting for used vehicles instead.
When the going gets tough – hold on to your insurance cover
The beginning of this week marked a record-high fuel increase that had motorists slamming on the spending brakes. However, one thing that should not be cut back on, is your vehicle insurance and maintenance.
5 restaurants where your child can roam and you can relax
Going to restaurants with children can be seriously stressful. The little darlings are guaranteed to get bored or out of control, and you don’t get to take a bite from your food. All of this can be solved by ensuring that your child is en...
Will your spouse leave you in 5 years’ time?
Divorce rates are the highest among couples who have been married for five to nine years. This is according to data released by Statistics South Africa (StatsSA) on Wednesday.
Minimum wage bill – the long and winding road
The National Minimum Wage Bill was approved by the National Assembly on Tuesday, but it will only be implemented in an estimated three to four months.
Which careers will benefit from coding?
There is a new language on the block; more universal than English, and handier than French. Coding, which can be described as an international computer language, will soon become a second mother tongue to the future generation. But you wonder wh...
Pads vs. tampons: Which is costing you more?
For women sanitary wear is something you simply can’t escape buying. While sanitary pads and tampons have various and unique benefits, have you ever stopped to consider if either one could be costing you more?
Pension planning: Why diversification is important
Saving for your retirement is one of the most important actions you can take to secure your financial future. While you may have a jumpstart on this, is your advisor, or investment, performing optimally?
Property Stokvel - the key to owning a house
In an era where access to housing is limited to a privileged few, a property Stokvel may be the access card that the previously disadvantaged need.
Q&A: How to become financially independent and retire early
You assume the only alternative to slaving away at a 40-year career is to run off to a foreign country and live in eternal transit. But what if there’s a way to both pursue a career and retire early so that you can enjoy the thrills life ...
Tax on your retirement annuity: How much does the government take?
When you finally receive your Retirement Annuity (RA) pay-out and you notice the large tax deduction, your spirits cave. This week Justmoney found out how much tax you will have to pay on your RA, and why this is important.