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Should you take out a building loan?
Although the process of securing building finance differs slightly from a traditional home loan, it is still governed by the...
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Understand your medical cover when ‘buying down’
With above-inflation price increases announced by medical schemes, many members may be looking for more cost-effective options...
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Understand your motor plan
A motor plan, warranty and/or service plan can offer significant peace of mind, but issues can arise if you don't fully...
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What happens if you don’t pay maintenance?
Many parents in South Africa shirk their responsibility of paying maintenance for their children, but these days there are fewer...
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This site is a collection of articles written by finance journalist Maya Fisher-French as well as other contributors. The aim of Maya on Money is to help you with those day-to-day money decisions related to South African finance matters. Articles cover all those areas that you need in order to manage your money effectively such as budgeting, saving, investing, banking and insurance. Feel free to engage with us and post your questions on the Forum.
'Tis the season for overindulgence ‒ and overspending ‒ so avoid the pitfalls of debt and credit shortfalls by calling 'BINGO' instead.
A power of attorney is not valid if the person becomes mentally incapacitated.
The South African overall equity market has shed more than 20% from its highs at the beginning of the year in dollar terms, a similar-sized drop to the 'Nenegate' slump of 2015.
Ten years from now, your social capital will be more valuable than the stuff you own or the car you drive.
I recently attended Mastercard's annual Connecting Tomorrow conference where future payment technologies are showcased to the financial industry.
The Competition Commission has long frowned on the monopolistic motor service and parts industry. But with their new set of proposals that’s all set to change.
SARS's tribulations in meeting its collection targets have not yet waned, with payroll audits falling under its enhanced collection efforts to make up the shortfall.
If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer, you may qualify for a higher income in retirement.
Should you be shopping online for your financial and risk products?