65 Picture: Pexels/Tima Miroshnichenko Domestic workers play an important role in many South African households, from cleaning and laundry to childcare, gardening and caring for older or sick family members. However, employing…
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Could inflation be stretching your household budget?
100 Picture: Pexels For South African households, keeping track of everyday expenses can be challenging when the prices of goods and services change. Inflation affects the cost of living by reducing what…
7 Signs it’s time to ask for more responsibility at work
141 Picture: iStock/RealPeopleGroup Starting to feel like your job has become a little too comfortable? It could be a sign that you’re ready for more responsibility at work. Also see: A guide to…
How to plan a festive season road trip on a budget
129 PICTURE: PEXELS/MAZIC The festive season is a popular time for South Africans to hit the road, visit family or explore a new destination. But with fuel, accommodation, food and activities all…
Shoprite Gets Nod to Buy PicardiRebel Liquor Chain
166 Shoprite’s expansion drive is set to continue after the Competition Commission recommended approval of its proposed acquisition of liquor retailer PicardiRebel, subject to conditions. According to BusinessTech, PicardiRebel operates 34 outlets…
Smart financial habits that can boost your credit score
171 Picture: Pexels/Pavel Danilyuk Your credit score can play an important role when you apply for credit such as a personal loan, vehicle finance, a credit card, or a home loan. Also…
Money smarts start young: When should children start investing?
199 Picture: iStock/stockphotodirectors Teaching children about money doesn’t have to wait until they earn a salary. In fact, introducing the basics of saving and investing early can help them understand how money…
Helpful tips for Christmas shopping on a budget
174 PICTURE: PEXELS/GUSTAVO FRING The festive season is often associated with gift-giving, family gatherings and celebrations, but the costs can quickly add up. From presents and groceries to travel and entertainment, December…
Expert tips on breaking the money rules you grew up with
193 PICTURE: SUPPLIED Many of us have inherited some ‘failsafe’ money rules from our parents, like saving for a house deposit, avoiding debt as much as we can, keeping our money in…
Everyday habits that quietly encourage overconsumption
187 Picture: Getty Images/Deagreez Modern life makes it remarkably easy to buy more than we need. From one-click shopping to supermarket specials, some everyday habits can quietly encourage overconsumption — affecting our…