Articles by Danielle van Wyk
Tips to avoid insurance pitfalls this festive season
December is here and with it the excitement of heading off for some much needed rest and relaxation sets in. This typically signals taking some time out from the shopping, travel arrangements and last minute work wrap-ups to secure your hom...
How 2017 taught us to invest
With a few more weeks left of 2017 the time to reflect is now. With this the tendency is to look back at the year that has passed and how you have grown, failed, achieved and learnt. While your personal life may be the first area of introspectio...
New year, new car
The start of the year may have you enthused to roll out some new resolutions. For some this may mean actually getting to the gym or finally learning to cook. Parents may be considering a car purchase for their children, who will now be travellin...
Study for free through UNISA this year
The end of December marked President Zuma’s announcement that the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) will be increasing their funding for first time university or Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) students from...
Surviving the summer heat, smartly
We’re in the heart of summer as temperatures across the country soar. While we are all aware of the basics and do well to take care of ourselves by staying hydrated and protected from the harsh heat, we may still be doing things that are ...
Business outlook for 2018
January typically signals the developing of a game plan, whether it be to get fit and healthy, travel, actually finish that book you’ve been wanting to or simply budget better. This is no different when it comes to business. So, if you fi...
What does the #ZumaExit mean for the country?
Wednesday night marked the end of an era as former President Jacob Zuma publicly announced his resignation. While the nation for the most part has welcomed this change, it has left many with questions about what happens now.
3 Top personal finance apps for you to try
Thanks to technology we are able to track practically everything at the click of a button. This includes our heart rate, our social connections, our Uber rides, even our spending! In the vein of the upcoming Budget Speech we thought we’d ...
3 Financial planning myths about retirement - debunked!
Most of us know that retirement planning is best commenced early. However, there are some common misconceptions that can affect the planning process. We asked investment and insurance experts to debunk the three most pervasive of these.
Bus or train – which is the cheapest?
It is no secret that public transport is not the most reliable in South Africa. Between frequent taxi and bus strikes and train cable theft, commuters are often left disappointed and frustrated. But with few alternatives available, public t...
What are debt collectors not allowed to do?
Debt - if not managed - can seem like a dark cloud looming. But, you do have rights.
FNB enters the short-term insurance space
FirstRand, the parent company of First National Bank (FNB), has been awarded a short-term insurance license. This comes during a time where the South African banking sector and insurance sectors have experienced cross-pollination, such as when D...