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Complaints to insurance ombudsman increased

13 May 2011

The ombudsman for long-term insurance said on Tuesday that 9 236 complaints were received in 2010, an increase of 2% from the previous year

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Capitec now open on Sundays

12 May 2011

Capitec will now be open to its clients on Sundays.

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New consumer act aims to protect against shady marketing

11 May 2011

A new era of consumer rights dawned in South Africa on 1 April, when the Consumer Protection Act came into force.

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Absa says house prices still under pressure

9 May 2011

The year-on-year growth in residential house prices was constrained in April, according to the Absa House Price Index released on Monday.

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Up your guard against card skimming

6 May 2011

Customers must be careful when using their bank cards to prevent being defrauded by "skimmers", Standard Bank has warned.

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South Africans should prepare now for looming price hikes

3 May 2011

2011 has so far painted a bleak picture for the future of the South African consumer with the price of fuel, electricity and food all expected to increase substantially in the months ahead.

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Graduates confident about staying in SA

3 May 2011

According to a survey released last week Thursday, the majority of graduate professionals are upbeat about staying in South Africa.

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What will it cost to insure Will and Kate's royal wedding?

28 April 2011

Think your insurance premium is too much? Just take a look at Will and Kate's bill!

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Learn the essentials of bookkeeping with GetSmarter

19 April 2011

Would you like to learn more about bookkeeping? GetSmarter's innovative online Bookkeeping course starts in May.

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Easter cellphone banking tips from FNB

18 April 2011

Cellphone Banking is a convenient banking method, especially when you are on holiday. Just be sure to always be Cellphone Banking Wise with our tips

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Medical Aid South Africa

14 April 2011

Medical Aid in South Africa can be a tricky business

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What is the difference between debt counselling and debt administration

14 April 2011

Do you know what the difference between debt counselling and debt administration is?