As we continue our series of articles on money in relationships, we come to a crucially important time in the financial life of every person – retirement and beyond.
Most people have a working life of between 30 and 40 years, and when this time has passed it is vitally important that we’re able to retire comfortably. Unfortunately, with taxes, easy access to credit, and the high cost of living, many people find themselves unable to afford a good quality of life when they stop working. Whether you’re close to retirement age or still in the early stages of your career, it’s important that you plan carefully for your later years. Continue reading “Money in Relationships – The Later Years”
The Consumer Protection Act was passed in 2008, and has been in effect since 2009. The act was inspired by the fact that consumers in South Africa are often not given value for their money and are unfortunately not always treated with fairness and honesty by service providers and retailers. Whether you provide a service in your business or consume services like we all do, you should know the basics of the Act, how it protects consumers, and what service providers need to do in order to comply with it. 
Online travel websites have become extremely popular over the past few years, with more and more people booking their holidays and business trips directly – but is this always a safe option?
Over the ages, people from every country on earth have wondered what happens when life ends. No matter what your beliefs, one thing is certain: as unfortunate as the death of a loved one is, if estate planning has taken place the burden on those left behind will certainly be minimised. 
For many of us, the subject of making a Will may be a sensitive one. Despite frequent reminders from relatives, family lawyers and public announcements, as many as 70% of South Africans have not yet drawn up a Will.