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How to invest after a windfall

20 August 2012

Have you won money lately? Investing it instead of spending it will result in real benefits.

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FSB investigates brokers for punting 'Ponzi' fund

16 August 2012

The FSB has confirmed that it is investigating financial advisors that promoted Pretorius' Relative Value Arbitrage Fund.

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Clock ticking on compulsory motor insurance

15 August 2012

The introduction of a basic motor insurance product could see the reintroduction of compulsory cover says Santam’s CEO.

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Virgin Money relaunches competitive credit card

14 August 2012

Virgin Money’s credit card has been renamed ‘mine’, undergone a redesign and is now secured with a chip and PIN.

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Beware of underinsuring valuables

13 August 2012

It’s possible to grossly underestimate the value of your belongings, which could leave you short changed after a fire or burglary.

Women make better financial decisions

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Women make better financial decisions

12 August 2012

Women tend to see wealth as a source of security for their family and take fewer chances with their money, according to research.

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How not to be fooled by investment scams

3 August 2012

Orchestrators of Ponzi and Pyramid schemes may eventually be caught but your money may no longer be there.

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Retirees pass on financial tips to SA youth

1 August 2012

Retirees give advice on how the youth should save for retirement.

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Property sellers back in power

31 July 2012

It’s been a buyer’s market over the last few years, but the power is back in the seller’s hands.  

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SA Reserve Bank investigates pyramid scheme

30 July 2012

The SARB has confirmed it is investigating TVI, which is reportedly one of South Africa’s biggest pyramid schemes.

Should you pay off your loans or save?

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Should you pay off your loans or save?

29 July 2012

We are often asked if it’s best to pay off debt first save. The Actuarial Society of South Africa provides advice on this conundrum.

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Nedbank to launch MyFinancialLife tool

27 July 2012

Nedbank announced it will launch an online personal finance management tool by the end of August for new and existing clients.