Finance & Saving

Evaluating your risk

Is your business home-based and do you have proper insurance cover?

Jul 24, 2019

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Running a business from home is a convenient choice for many entrepreneurs. It gives you flexibility and precious family time and helps to keep overheads low.

Investment scams and how to spot them

Protect yourself and your hard-earned money

Dec 19, 2017

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Each year, thousands of people lose millions of rands in investment scams.

The cash flow conundrum

by Spotong

Aug 7, 2017

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There is more than sufficient funding for business in South Africa

Beware of the bargains

Why cheaper is not always best

Dec 11, 2016

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With the South African economy struggling to grow and many companies tightening their budgets, it is very easy to fall into the trap of choosing price over quality when making purchase decisions.

What is credit life insurance and do you need it?

Be honest … do you always read every word of the fine print in the contracts you sign? You probably have this type of insurance and don't even know it.

Sep 6, 2018

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One thing to look out for when you’re signing for any kind of credit - retail store cards, credit cards, personal loans, vehicle finance and home loans - is credit life insurance.

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Rent to Own - The Pros and Cons

Business finance and Management

Jan 30, 2018

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The “rent to own” option of purchasing items has gained strength in South Africa over recent years, and allows us the option to purchase these much-needed items in spite of being short of cash.

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A bright future ahead for the township property market

Kasi property is booming and the time to buy is now

Oct 17, 2017

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Townships now boast significant developments and the building of malls and shopping centres also boosts the market.

Secure your financial future with a tax-free savings account

Making your money grow faster

Sep 14, 2017

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You may think you need a lot of money to start investing on the JSE, but even if you start small your money can grow over time.

Bright ideas

Cut down on your energy bill

Jun 13, 2017

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You can consciously control the amount of electric light you use, which can reduce your energy bill quite a lot.

Cash is king, but just as there are good kings and bad kings, there good and bad ways of managing cash flow, the life-blood of your business. Get on the king's good side by applying the following best practices