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South Africans bet trillions and save very little. Investing flips the odds: time and compounding returns quietly build wealth long after luck runs out…
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South Africa’s gambling industry is booming. But with R1.5-trillion wagered last year, weak regulation leaves the public on the losing end…
ETFs are bringing sexy back
South Africa’s ETF market has soared to R284bn, but fund managers say the real challenge now is making these low-cost investments even more appealing…
The Art of Spending Money: Morgan Housel
A lot of spending makes no sense until you peel back the layers of someone’s personality to identify what they’re trying to accomplish.…
The power of simple money habits
Wealth isn’t built on luck or complex strategies. It comes from simple habits – spending wisely, paying yourself first and keeping investing simple…
Who gets to keep the house when love falls apart?
Dividing the matrimonial home in divorce is about law and stability. Without legal advice, you risk leaving yourself and your assets vulnerable…
Kretzschmar ‘coping’ in Sun City, as FSCA wraps up probe
While Mark Kretzschmar languishes in jail, the financial regulator has concluded a preliminary investigation into his alleged fraud…
It’s all about the return, stupid
Cut through the noise: investing isn’t about headlines or hype. It’s about net return – the money left in your pocket after all costs…
Global estate planning: What you need to know
Your wealth spans borders – so should your estate plan. Offshore assets bring legal, tax and family complications. Here’s what you need to know…
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