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NCR advises consumers to monitor debts
Credit bureau statistics show that the number of consumers with impaired records increased by 189,000 to 9.53 million.
Standard Bank launches reward programme
Standard Bank has launched a reward programme for customers that use their debit, cheque or credit card on a regular basis.
Are South Africans becoming better savers?
Seventy percent of South Africans plan to either save 'the same or more' over the next six months. But is this enough?
Timeshare - is it still good value?
The NCC has launched an investigation into the timeshare industry. So are timeshare options still good value for money?
Right2Know fight for affordable airtime
Lobby group R2K claim that cell phone operators are stifling the public’s right to communicate at a fair cost.
FPI announces financial planner of the year winner
This week, Barry O'Mahony (pictured), was awarded the 2013 financial planner of the year by the FPI.
NCR clamps down on micro-lenders
Thirteen individuals and eleven criminal cases have been opened by the NCR for unscrupulous lending practices.
Fraudsters threaten existence of hospital cash plans
Life insurers could cancel policies to combat the increase in fraudulent claims.
Scammers target holidaymakers
Conmen are targeting holidaymakers out of their hard earned cash according to Just Property Group.
Protect your home against adverse weather
Check your insurance cover and maintain your home to ensure your claim doesn’t get repudiated.
What can we expect to pay for food?
Recent reports state that the price of basic food has gone up by 49% since 2008.
SARS deadline for tax practitioners will affect taxpayers
Taxpayers could face harsh penalties next month if they file returns through tax practitioners that aren't registered or compliant.