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Fiona Zerbst

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/ 3 September 2010

Is the economy looking better or not?

Motorists welcomed the announcement by the Department of Energy on August 27 that the retail price of all grades of petrol would decrease by 10 cents.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 3 September 2010

Six tips for those in financial difficulty

The National Credit Regular (NCR) has these tips for consumers experiencing financial problems.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 2 September 2010

The pros and cons of credit growth

It’s perhaps not entirely surprising that credit growth has lagged and annual growth in credit demand has not risen above 2%.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 2 September 2010

Household insurance and security

Insurers often require that you have certain security measures in place to protect your home and its contents.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 2 September 2010

The JSE and black ownership

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange has released its first findings on the ownership composition of companies listed on the JSE.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 1 September 2010

How credit can create wealth

Credit’s reputation has taken a knock, following the sub-prime mortgage crisis in the United States and rising levels of indebtedness in South Africa.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 31 August 2010

Travel insurance – are you really covered?

Is your travel insurance benefits adequate? Ask these questions to find out.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 31 August 2010

Islamic banking — could it work for you?

Perhaps the most surprising fact about Islamic banking is that so many non-Muslims choose to be clients.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 30 August 2010

Rate cut on the cards?

As SA’s real interest rate climbs, many economists anticipate that the Reserve Bank will cut rates to boost growth and save jobs.

By Fiona Zerbst and Staff Reporter
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/ 30 August 2010

Accountability is a big part of financial planning

Taking a long, hard look at what your money means to you.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 27 August 2010

Tips for choosing a medical scheme

South Africans have more than 100 medical schemes to choose from. But how do you know if your medical aid is a healthy one?

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 27 August 2010

Renaissance Health ailing

The woes of Renaissance Health Medical Scheme continue as the joint liquidators of the scheme have instituted action.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 27 August 2010

The pros and cons of coastal retirement

Before you pack up and move, consider your investment goals and whether a retirement village is the right option for you.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 26 August 2010

An investment first for South Africa

South Africa’s first independent exchange-traded funds (ETF) investment platform for financial advisers is set to launch in Gauteng this month.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 26 August 2010

Why socially responsible investing affects you

The environment wasn’t the only thing to suffer with BP’s oil disaster. Investors lost R723-billion as BP violated 760 safety regulations.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 25 August 2010

Cut your grocery bill

Six great shopping tips.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 25 August 2010

Insurers clamp down on intermediaries

Your broker will have to fight for your rights when it comes to claims as insurance companies find ways to cut costs.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 24 August 2010

How to become Rica compliant

Rica deadline may be extended but rather be safe than sorry.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 20 August 2010

Get money smart

Ten tips on saving and spending.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 20 August 2010

How the new carbon tax will affect you

How much will you be forking out for the latest government tax when you buy a new car?

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 20 August 2010

Six ways to lower your insurance premiums

A 23-year-old male behind the wheel of a car has 535 times more chance of dying in a road accident than his female counterpart.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 17 August 2010

Are houses becoming more affordable?

Are houses becoming more affordable? Well, yes and no, according to Absa’s House Review 2010.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 16 August 2010

Five tips for sticking to your budget

A budget can function as an excellent saving and spending plan, provided you stick to it. Here’s how.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 16 August 2010

Total Expense Ratios

What total expense ratios (TERs) tell us about the costs of an investment

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 16 August 2010

South Africans are snapping up new cars

South Africans are still eager to buy new vehicles, according to vehicle dealers as confidence reaches highest level in 3 years.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 13 August 2010

Why ‘semigrants’ are following the money

"Semigration" is the new buzz word as South Africans move around the country rather than across the sea.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 13 August 2010

Quick and easy car-licence renewals

Did you know you can renew your car licence at your local post office?

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 12 August 2010

Manage your money online

Some free personal finance tools you can use to help manage your money.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 9 August 2010

A consumer victory that serves as a warning

Consumers were the winners when the regulator won its case against Brusson Finance in the Free State High Court last week.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 9 August 2010

You don’t need a big home to create space

How to make that small, first-time home seem more spacious.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 5 August 2010

What to look for in a financial adviser

You trust your financial adviser to be able to help you navigate the minefield that is your financial future. So bear the following in mind.

By Fiona Zerbst
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/ 4 August 2010

The financial coach

Financial coach Linda Smith gives advice to a client who earns well but just can’t come out at the end of each month.

By Fiona Zerbst
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