Articles by Danielle van Wyk
Home-break in! What now?
The initial shock that comes with having your privacy breached and possessions stolen can send you into a state of panic. You vaguely remember your insurance number, but if this has never happened to you before, you might be completely stumped a...
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?
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?
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.
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 ...
Could you have prevented your car insurance claim being rejected?
It’s a rainy winter’s morning and you’re on the road against your better judgement when there is a loud crash. You’ve been in an accident. The next few moments are filled with questions as you try to collect yourself ...
Tax Returns: Should you be paying to get it done or do your own?
1 July marked the official opening of Tax Season 2018. If you’re a first-time tax filer this may seem daunting - from which paperwork to fill out, to submission dates and accompanying documentation. For this reason, many people opt to mak...
Navigating the thriving and thrifty thirties
Reaching the big 30 is typically the age at which young professionals are expected to have made their mark. It is also the ideal time to do some serious introspection and restructure your finances.
Could South Africa really benefit from a Sovereign Fund?
Earlier this month saw reports from the African National Congress (ANC) that the establishment of a Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) could be underway. But is this merely an election ploy? And can South Africa afford it?
Mini-budget's 5-point economic reformation plan - explained
Thursday saw the nation fixated as the newly appointed finance minister, Tito Mboweni, delivered his maiden Medium-term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS). While it came as no surprise that the economy is suffering given the recent technical recess...
Momentum vs. The people: Who is at fault?
This week has seen insurance giant Momentum in the hot seat as debate sparked around its initial refusal of a R2.4 million life insurance pay-out. The deceased was killed in a hijacking but lost the right to claim upon failing to disclose a rais...
Changing from one medical scheme to another - effortlessly
It’s important to regularly assess your insurances to ensure they offer the best value for money, and are the best fit for your current needs.