Articles by Isabelle Coetzee
Broken Toy: Gigaba returned to home affairs
President Cyril Ramaphosa sent Malusi Gigaba back to the Department of Home Affairs on Monday evening during his cabinet reshuffle in Pretoria.
‘Stealth taxes’ to be carried by consumers
New tax measures, predominantly aimed at consumers, will fund higher education and government debt, said finance minister, Malusi Gigaba, during his budget speech yesterday afternoon.
Possible tax non-compliance in religious sector
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) recently launched an investigation into possible tax non-compliance in the religious sector.
Credit Score: The value of ‘opening an Edgars account’
When seeking advice on how to remedy this, you constantly hear a single phrase: “Just open an Edgars account”. Rumour has it that paying off a pair of shoes can establish your credit record, and have it blossom into a meaningful reference.
How to build an emergency fund
Imagine getting out of your driveway with a box of your office belongings. As you climb the stairs you recall your boss unapologetically saying, “You’d be a better fit elsewhere”.
‘Drought charge’ receives nearly 60 000 comments
Capetonians have until midnight to comment on the drought charge, which may be implemented for three years from 1 February.
Rand to weaken if status quo remains
After the Rand strengthened in December with the election of Cyril Ramaphosa as the president of the African National Congress (ANC), one critic believes it may weaken if change is not enacted.
Even unborn children can get life cover
They nick their hands while hanging from trees, and scrape their knees as they trip over their toys. But like the Nokia 3310, children are durable. So why do some parents feel the need to take out life cover for them?
7 Habits for thoughtful gift-giving
We all have relatives who shrug impassively and tell us to just get them socks for Christmas. They already have everything they need, and they can afford anything they desire. So how can we ensure they experience the joy and wonder of receiving ...
How to spoil your family when you’re broke
Not everyone can afford outings to fancy amusement parks, shopping sprees with a movie and dinner, or a day of wakeboarding and quad-biking in the sun. Perhaps it’s been a rough financial year, or maybe you’re still growing your we...
Penalties for early repayment of your personal loan
If you consider paying off your personal loan, you may quickly find out that you will have to pay more because of early settlement penalties.
Black Friday: Furnishing your new apartment
Finding a new apartment is only half the trouble when you decide to move into an unfurnished flat. Before sending boxes and bags to your new home, you need to make sure you’ve also secured appliances, cupboards, and furniture.