Articles by Staff Writer

Liberty Medical Scheme gets top score

2 September 2013 · Staff Writer

Liberty Medical Scheme has been given the thumbs up from the Global Credit Rating(GCR).

Inflation rate hits consumers hard

27 August 2013 · Staff Writer

The rising inflation rate is yet another factor that makes it difficult for South Africans to save.

When can you claim for personal injury?

26 August 2013 · Staff Writer

When you need to claim for personal injury, what are your rights and who is responsible for paying this claim?

Retirement industry needs reformation

26 August 2013 · Staff Writer

Survey shows that  South Africans don't view retirement as a specific savings objective.

Dr Ramphele's portfolio needs diversification

21 August 2013 · Staff Writer

Dr. Ramphele's portfolio needs some more diversifcation according to Mazars' chief investment officer, Marius Fenwick.

Rand hits a four year low

22 August 2013 · Staff Writer

The rand dropped to a four year low against the dollar on today (22 August) after wage talks in the gold sector came to a halt.

Bank charges remain flat

21 August 2013 · Staff Writer

Bank charges of the big five banks did not change significantly between 2012 and 2013 according to research done by the Solidarity Research Institute (SRI)

Petrol price could drop in September

21 August 2013 · Staff Writer

Petrol prices could dip in September say some economists, provided the right conditions are in place.

NDMA will gain independence to help public with debt

20 August 2013 · Staff Writer

After much criticism, the NDMA is becoming a non-profit, independent consumer focused services agency to support indebted individuals.

Will your medical aid pay your dental fees?

19 August 2013 · Staff Writer

With dental fees rising above inflation your medical aid cover may not be enough to keep your teeth in the best condition.

More women are becoming the main breadwinner

16 August 2013 · Staff Writer

More South African women are becoming breadwinners and taking on the role of household heads.

Money growing on trees

15 August 2013 · Staff Writer

Nedbank's Retail and Green Savings Bonds was launched last year with the focus on developing the green economy. But will it suit you?