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Why paying a deposit on your car benefits your wallet

Paying a deposit is not a relic of the past, but a good finance strategy that could positively impact your loan approval, reduce the interest you pay, and even shorten your loan term.

Business Advice
IOL Reporter|Published

Shifting gears: from instant gratification to long-term investing

Discover how mountain biking parallels long-term investment success, as Fedgroup’s Paul Counihan shares insights from the recent Cradle 100 race.

Business
Partnered Content|Updated

DA leader John Steenhuisen opposes VAT hike, advocates for job creation

DA Leader John Steenhuisen criticised the proposed VAT hike and urged focus on job creation for struggling South Africans.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Budget Speech 2025: Cosatu vows to reject VAT increase, warns it will push workers into debt

Pressure mounts on Finance minister Enoch Godongwana as trade unions warn against tax hikes on low income earners in the 2025 budget.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Winning the lottery? Here’s how to avoid going broke

Financial mismanagement, reckless spending, and pressure from family and friendscan turn a life-changing lottery win into a financial nightmare.

News World
Dominic Naidoo|Published

How to balance love and money: financial tips for a harmonious relationship | Valentines On A Budget

While couples indulge in life’s simple joys, they should recognise the importance of budgeting and managing their money properly.

Business Advice
Dhivana Rajgopaul|Published

These are the legal and financial implications of lobola which you need to think about before the process

Many South Africans would be surprised to know that once lobola negotiations have been concluded a couple is seen as a married couple in the eyes of the law.

News Crime and Courts
Sihle Mlambo and Vernon Pillay|Published