Articles by Fiona Zerbst
Shopping showdown - which retailer wins at the tills?
This article compares the cost of basic goods and provides some tips on how to thrive in the supermarket aisles.
Which debts should you really pay off first?
There are different schools of thought when it comes to which debts you should pay off first. We examine two approaches.
What does it mean to “pay yourself first”?
The term “pay yourself first” is a budgeting strategy that’s often recommended by financial advisers. We investigate how to implement it practically.
Offshore investing 101 – how much should you invest?
Offshore investing has significant financial advantages. We explore how to invest offshore and what it takes to secure great portfolio performance.
Complex and estate levies – what’s fair?
Living in a complex or estate has many advantages, such as heightened security and well-maintained public spaces. Communal living comes with a price tag, though.
How to cope with loan and debt defaults
South Africans are experiencing a debt crisis. We find out how you can cope with loan and debt defaults, and how you can get your finances back on track.
Money secrets that can hurt your relationship
We share a lot with our partners – meals, bathroom space, children – but this doesn’t mean we’re comfortable revealing the ins and outs of our finances.
Marriage and tax
Did you know that your tax status is intimately connected to your marital status? It helps to know the tax benefits and burdens you can expect if you tie the knot. We spoke with some experts to find out.