Articles by Staff Writer

Beware the WhatsApp scam

20 January 2015 · Staff Writer

The new WhatsApp scam has the potential to do some serious damage to people's wallets due to the popularity of WhatsApp.

How updating insurance information can save you money

How updating insurance information can save you money

19 January 2015 · Staff Writer

Going through the amounts that you pay on your home contents, building and car insurance for instance could help you save a lot of money.

Investing for beginners

19 January 2015 · Staff Writer

This guide helps beginners understand what investing is and where they can start.

Is Selfmed SA’s most affordable comprehensive medical plan?

19 January 2015 · Staff Writer

Last week Selfmed launched a comprehensive medical care product which will charge applicants as little as R1, 020 a month.

Eskom pulls out of solar water heater rebate programme

16 January 2015 · Staff Writer

Eskom has said that it will be handing over the administration of the solar water heater rebate programme to the Department of Energy.

Is Zuma going to take your land?

15 January 2015 · Staff Writer

President Zuma announced last week that the ANC is committed to returning land to "our people", but what does this mean for current legislation?

Short supply of properties to buy and rent

15 January 2015 · Staff Writer

According to the FNB Property Barometer, there is an increase in the demand for property.

Consumers still don't save enough

14 January 2015 · Staff Writer

Despite average indebtedness decreasing, household saving is still a problem according to FNB.

Applying for student finance

13 January 2015 · Staff Writer

Tertiary institutions may have closed applications for bursaries and loans, but you can still apply for a study loan from the bank.

Featured question: If I miss a payment, am I still covered?

13 January 2015 · Staff Writer

If I miss a health insurance payment, am I still covered? What is the grace period for being late?

Amplats to sue debt collectors for overcharging

12 January 2015 · Staff Writer

Amplats has launched legal proceedings against an administration business for what it believes is "unlawful" overcharging of debt administration.

Is it time to change your bank account?

Is it time to change your bank account?

8 January 2015 · Staff Writer

This year, remember to make shopping around for the best banking services and costs to suit your needs part of your New Year's resolutions.