Banking & Money Tips articles

Millions lost in card data breach

16 October 2013 · Staff Writer

Tens of millions of rands have been lost in what is now known as South Africa's biggest card fraud event to date.

How to avoid being a bank robbery victim

14 October 2013 · Staff Writer

SABRIC have issued warnings after robbers killed a woman this week for her money. What can you do to ensure you aren't a victim too?

Liberty launches affordable unit trust platform

Liberty launches affordable unit trust platform

3 October 2013 · Staff Writer

Liberty has launched a low-cost investment platform that will enable consumers to invest with a multiple of unit trust providers.

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.

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.

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)

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?

Standard Bank launches reward programme

18 June 2013 · Staff Writer

Standard Bank has launched a reward programme for customers that use their debit, cheque or credit card on a regular basis.

Former Fidentia boss gets R150 000 fine

16 May 2013 · Staff Writer

The Financial Services Board (FSB) are disappointed with the R150 000 fine given to former Fidentia boss.

Capitec overtakes market share competition

9 May 2013 · Staff Writer

Capitec overtakes Nedbank in market share race.

Be safe when banking on mobile devices

7 May 2013 · Staff Writer

Avoid becoming a victim to bank fraudsters.

Bank complaints increase by 20 percent

15 April 2013 · Staff Writer

Complaints against banks in South Africa have increased by 20% since last year.