Articles by Staff Writer

Capitec customers hit by late transactions

7 January 2013 · Staff Writer

Capitec customers have been left out of pocket after some transactions were processed late.

How the new tax law will affect you

13 December 2012 · Staff Writer

When the new tax season starts in July 2013, it will be illegal for a tax practitioner to file your tax return without being registered.

Know your rights under the CPA

Know your rights under the CPA

10 December 2012 · Staff Writer

Having second thoughts about your purchases? What are your rights in terms of taking it back and getting a refund?

Take medical emergency details with on your holiday

6 December 2012 · Staff Writer

Know what your medical scheme covers you for in the event of an accident, particularly if you are going overseas.

Why FNB could reject your home loan

5 December 2012 · Staff Writer

FNB has revealed it is refusing applications for home loans from non-FNB customers. But has this put the consumer at a disadvantage?

SA shoppers hunt for festive season bargains

30 November 2012 · Staff Writer

This Christmas 82% of shoppers will buy gifts that are on sale but will not cut back on festive season spending said Deloitte.

Santam introduces free benefits for policyholders

28 November 2012 · Staff Writer

Santam has launched six free benefits for its policyholders ranging from free roadside assistance to home repair assistance.

Defer retirement and reap the benefits

4 December 2012 · Staff Writer

Postponing retirement and saving more could mean you get to enjoy more of your golden years stress free.

Repo rate remains unchanged

22 November 2012 · Staff Writer

The repo rate will remain unchanged at 5% per annum said South African Reserve Bank governor, Gill Marcus.

Absa launches tap-and-go card

21 November 2012 · Staff Writer

Absa has launched a tap-and-go card aimed at people that hold a qualification and earn a minimum gross salary of R3, 000.

St Francis Bay claims now R20 million

14 November 2012 · Staff Writer

M&F said this week that it has registered claims worth around R20 million.

Payments processor leaks bank details

9 November 2012 · Staff Writer

A card payments processor has experienced a security lapse where a number bank card details have been leaked.