Finance
Tax Season 2020 – Here Are The Important Dates
08 Jul 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
SARS has made some changes, and it’s safe to say that tax season will look a little different this year.
Richard Branson’s Plans To Save His Virgin Empire Are Working
08 Jul 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Richard Branson wasn’t immune to the economic devastation brought on by the pandemic, but it looks like he’s turning things around.
Forbes Ranks Top Five Banks In SA
11 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to produce their list of the World’s Best Banks, including five in South Africa.
Biggest Winners And Losers On The JSE This Year
26 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Whilst some companies have seen their stock rise over the last (almost) five months, others have taken knocks that will be felt for many years to come.
Expert Advice On Saving Money During Lockdown [Video]
13 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Many South Africans need to start changing their relationship with money, if we’re going to make it out of this pandemic financially sound.
Simple Tips For Getting Your Finances In Order During Lockdown
15 Apr 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The national lockdown is putting a huge financial strain on many South Africans. Now may be the time to take a closer look at your financial affairs.
How To Make Money From The Coronavirus [Video]
13 Mar 2020 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
The old saying, ‘get rich or die trying’ takes on a sinister edge in 2020, where capitalism and the COVID-19 virus have met head-on.
This Guy Forged $250 Million Bank Notes And The Money Is Basically Real
09 Mar 2020 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
Canadian, Frank Bourassa, took ‘making money’ to a whole new level with an expertly executed conterfeit money scam.
Budget Speech 2020 – How Much Personal Tax You’ll Be Paying This Year
27 Feb 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Tito Mboweni surprised everyone with some good news about personal tax brackets, so let’s see how that’s going to affect your earnings.
Why The 2020 Budget Is Great For First-Time Homeowners
27 Feb 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Yesterday, Tito Mboweni delivered the 2020 budget speech, and there was some good news for first-time homeowners.
Capitec Is Going All Out To Keep Its Customers
18 Feb 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Capitec is putting a great deal of effort into making itself the most affordable bank in South Africa, as well as offering new perks.
Important Investment Advice Before SA’s Tax Year Ends
06 Feb 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
February 29 is the final day of the South African tax year, and thus the final chance for South Africans to take advantage of these investment opportunities.
OUCH – World Bank Delivers Kick In The Teeth To SA Economy
09 Jan 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The World Bank has been watching on closely as load shedding returns, and the organisation has some pretty bleak predictions about what lies ahead.
SARS Has Some New Rules When It Comes To Trusts And Taxes
11 Oct 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
SARS has introduced a number of new complicated measures to ensure that trusts function correctly in terms of tax compliance.
Four Of The Biggest Threats To Your Retirement Plan
10 Oct 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Even if you’re doing everything right to save for retirement, these four things could seriously mess with your future and your funds.
South Africa’s In The Midst Of A Retirement Savings Crisis
11 Sep 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
According to a recent report, even if you think you’re on track to a decent retirement in your golden years, you could still be blindsided.
Some Damning Stats On How Bad We Are At Planning For Retirement
01 Jul 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A new report has revealed that people are outliving their retirement savings by eight to up to 20 years.
How Many Of Investing’s Seven Deadly Sins Are You Guilty Of?
07 Jun 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Even if you fancy yourself as something of an investment whizz, you could still be falling into one of these common traps.
Here’s Some Potentially Good News About South Africa’s Economy
22 May 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
It’s not often that somebody has anything positive to say about the state of our economy, although economist Mike Schüssler is talking long term.
How SARS Will Determine Who Pays Expat Tax
13 May 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Since the National Treasury and SARS announced that expat tax law changes, there’s been some panic. It’s worth brushing up on that front.
US Business Insider Just Published A List Of The 25 Top Business Books Of All Time
06 May 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
It’s important for business people to make reading a part of their daily lives, and these 25 books are the perfect place to start.
What We Can Expect From The Rand After The May Elections
24 Apr 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Experts weigh in on what we can expect from the South African rand after the elections in May.
Africa’s First Tech Unicorn Listing
20 Mar 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Later this year, the New York Stock Exchange will welcome the first listing of an African technology company valued at more than $1 billion.
Keen To Get Into Banking And Finance? These Are The Salaries To Expect
15 Mar 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
According to a newly-released annual salary survey, banking and finance professionals in South Africa are taking home some serious bucks.
A Quick Look At The Basics Of Tax-Free Offshore Investing
04 Mar 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Portfolio diversification is key to growing your personal wealth, and offshore investment is a great way to do that. Here are some of the basic principles.
South Africa Could Run Out Of Money By 2042
28 Feb 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Members of parliament have been warned that if the fiscus continues on its current trajectory, SA will run out of money by 2042.
Yoh – SA Smokers Need To Cough Up A Lot More For A Pack Of Ciggies
21 Feb 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Finance Minister Tito Mboweni announced that South Africans are going to be paying a lot more for booze and ciggies in the near future.
A Quick Comparison Of SA’s Cheapest Bank Accounts
20 Feb 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Banking experts will tell you that Capitec has shaken the Big Four (FNB, Absa, Standard Bank and Nedbank) with their entry-level accounts. Let’s see if that rings true.
WATCH LIVE: Tito Mboweni Delivers The 2019 Budget Speech [Video]
20 Feb 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Tito Mboweni will be walking a tightrope during his maiden budget speech today, with many thorny issues needing to be addressed.
Four Main Things To Look Out For In Tomorrow’s Budget Speech
19 Feb 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
At 2PM tomorrow, Tito Mboweni will deliver his first budget speech as finance minister, and he really does need to deliver the goods.
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