Articles by Staff Writer

Fewer complaints for long-term ombudsman

18 May 2015 · Staff Writer

The Treating Customers Fairly principles seem to be paying off, with fewer complaints for long-term insurance. 

How much should you spend on servicing your debt?

How much should you spend on servicing your debt?

17 May 2015 · Staff Writer

Debt is a reality for most consumers, particularly in acquiring the big-ticket items such as a house or car. But how much debt is too much debt? And how much of your salary should go towards servicing this debt?

New land reform policy could lead to food shortage

15 May 2015 · Staff Writer

South Africa may face a food shortage if some of the government's land reform policies are implemented, according to Grain SA.

Is Cell C in trouble?

15 May 2015 · Staff Writer

Cell C released its year-end financial results earlier this week indicating growth for the company.

Different ways of getting married

14 May 2015 · Staff Writer

This guide looks at the various ways of getting married.

Drivers could have to retake tests before renewing licences

14 May 2015 · Staff Writer

The Department of Transport has released draft regulation for the Road Safety Act, with the intention of improving road safety.

CMS warns public against unaccredited healthcare brokers

13 May 2015 · Staff Writer

The CMS cautions the public against unaccredited healthcare broker Nyameka Stella Booi.

How much will you need in retirement?

12 May 2015 · Staff Writer

How much should yu put into a retirement fund each month to ensure that you have enough when you retire?

FinLayer API platform offers 'next generation online banking services'

12 May 2015 · Staff Writer

A B2B product called FinLayer RESTful API was launched this week offering business owners the ability to create their own online financial services platforms.

The habits of a good debt counsellor

12 May 2015 · Staff Writer

We speak the the president of the DCASA to find out what the habits of a good debt cousnellor are. 

Eskom seeks price increase of 25.3 percent

11 May 2015 · Staff Writer

Eskom has submitted an application to NERSA for a priceincrease of 25.3% for 2015/16.

Guide to maximum prescribed interest rate

11 May 2015 · Staff Writer

This guide looks at what the maximum prescribed interest rates are for different types of credit.