Articles by Staff Writer

The high cost of dying

30 September 2013 · Staff Writer

We are all prepared for the high cost of living. But can we afford the high cost of dying?

The impact of credit amnesty on property owners

30 September 2013 · Staff Writer

The impending credit amnesty could be an unexpected obstacle for potential home owners.

Clamp-down on get-rich quick schemes

27 September 2013 · Staff Writer

With the recent scourge of Ponzi schemes, the South African Reserve Bank are upping measures to educate the public. 

Petrol price expected to drop by tomorrow

26 September 2013 · Staff Writer

Motorists could breathe a sigh of relief by tommorow with economists predicting a price drop in petrol.

Will banks still lend home buyers money?

23 September 2013 · Staff Writer

To buy or not to buy? Is it the right time to get a mortgage?

Could the tax incentive boost employment?

25 September 2013 · Staff Writer

Will Cabinet's recent tax incentive reduce the high unemployment rate of the youth in the country?

Phising scams are on the increase

17 September 2013 · Staff Writer

Incidents of phising are increasing in South Africa and consumers are warned to be cautious when dispersing online information.

Credit amnesty: what is your responsibility?

17 September 2013 · Staff Writer

So what does the credit amnesty mean for you if you’ve got debt outstanding or if you have paid up all your debts?

New ombud launched for consumer complaints

10 September 2013 · Staff Writer

Neville Melville, the Consumer Goods and Services Ombudsman, gives some advice on dealing with bad service. 

Income reduction when your partner dies

5 September 2013 · Staff Writer

When your partner passes away, will your annuity be enough to sustain you in retirement?

Your rights when you are ill

2 September 2013 · Staff Writer

When faced with a dreaded disease, you already have to endure emotional stress. But how can you protect yourself legally at work?

SARS R706 milllion debt clampdown

30 August 2013 · Staff Writer

Millionaire, David King, entered into a plea agreement after appearing in the Palmridge Regional Court yesterday.