South African law doesn’t recognise common-law relationships, which can cause financial problems! A cohabitation agreement will ensure financial protection.
5 fun ways to teach your kids about money
Budgets, banks and balance sheets – too boring for kids? Not if you have some fun learning about them! We found five fun ways to teach your kids about money.
Sit tight – how to prepare yourself and your money for 2021
We’ve identified some big events that could affect your finance this year and come up with ways you can manage them.
10 signs a financial adviser isn’t giving good advice
Get good financial advice and you’re more likely to reach your financial goals than a person who doesn’t get good advice. We find out what good and bad advice is.
Low cost healthcare options if you can’t afford medical aid
Many of us cannot afford medical aid. But we can still get some cover for healthcare costs. We look at what’s available, what it costs and what it covers.
Actions creditors can – and can’t – take against you
When you can’t pay all your debts your creditors can take certain actions such as suspending credit facilities. What else can they do and what can’t they do?
Tax season 2020: a guide to the changes SARS has made
South Africa’s tax season opens on 1 June 2020. We explain what tax season is, who needs to file a return on what date and other important tax information.
How much to save for your baby’s university years
Want your baby to have the best university education? We find out how much you might need to save so you can start planning and putting money away now.
Can you really afford to have a baby?
Your bundle of joy can cost more than a few bundles of cash! We look at some of the costs you need to budget for when you raise your children
Gap cover: what it is and what it costs
Medical aid helps you afford good medical care, but it doesn’t always pay all the costs you incur when you are ill or in hospital. Gap cover fills this shortfall.