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IT'S BONUS TIMEBUT OH, THE TAX!
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IT'S BONUS TIMEBUT OH, THE TAX!

HOW DID the Grinch steal Christmas? In the beloved children's story written in 1957 by Theodor Geisel, better known as \"Dr Seuss\", we are introduced to this grouchy, solitary creature, the Grinch, who tries to cancel Christmas by stealing Christmas gifts and decorations from the homes of the nearby town of Whoville on Christmas Eve.

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December 2022
LIFE'S A BEACH IN MARGATE!
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LIFE'S A BEACH IN MARGATE!

WITH THE sunny, summer skies and beaches open and ready to welcome visitors, the KZN South Coast is #SummerReady! For those looking for great nightlife, sporting adventures, and a bit of relaxation, then it's time to head to the region's 'Fun Capital', Margate.

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December 2022
COUNTING THE COST OF THE FIFA 2022 WORLD CUP
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COUNTING THE COST OF THE FIFA 2022 WORLD CUP

FIFA will make a fortune, Qatar will shell out billions of dollars, but the planet will end up paying the biggest price

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December 2022
Buckle up, and hang on for the ride!
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Buckle up, and hang on for the ride!

The dos and don'ts of investing in a downturn

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November 2022
HEDGE FUNDS: PROTECTING RETIREMENT FUND RETURNS
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HEDGE FUNDS: PROTECTING RETIREMENT FUND RETURNS

Although seen largely as risky and speculative, hedge funds act as an 'insurance policy' if used appropriately

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November 2022
FIVE WAYS TO MANAGE AN INTEREST RATE HIKE
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FIVE WAYS TO MANAGE AN INTEREST RATE HIKE

The time to fix the roof is while the sun is still shining

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November 2022
THE GAP YEAR’: ADOLESCENT INDULGENCE, OR A VALUABLE LIFE EXPERIENCE?
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THE GAP YEAR’: ADOLESCENT INDULGENCE, OR A VALUABLE LIFE EXPERIENCE?

Taking a year off after school may not put your child in the pound seats’, but it could provide valuable life lessons

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November 2022
BITCOIN WHILE YOU BUY
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BITCOIN WHILE YOU BUY

What you need to know about crypto rewards

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November 2022
Goldman Sachs (GS US)
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Goldman Sachs (GS US)

The Goldman Sachs Group (GS) is a global investment banking and securities firm specialising in investment banking, trading and principal investments, asset management and securities services. The company provides services to corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net worth individuals.

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November 2022
FMC Corporation (FMC US)
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FMC Corporation (FMC US)

FMC Corporation is a chemical manufacturing company that provides agricultural products and solutions including herbicides, insecticides and miticides, fungicides, harvest aids, and other crop chemicals used for seed corn, potatoes, sorghum, sweet corn, cotton, tobacco, sunflowers, grapes, and other related products.

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November 2022
The Bidvest Group (BVT ZA)
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The Bidvest Group (BVT ZA)

The Bidvest Group is a service, trading and distribution company focused mainly in South Africa. The company specialises in services (including automotive, cleaning, security, landscaping, travel, banking, foreign exchange services, and indoor plants / flowers); private sector freight management; and commercial (which involves the manufacturing and distribution of electrical products, office stationery, office furniture, packaging closures and catering equipment and automotive retail; and others).

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November 2022
HOW MUCH HOME CAN YOU GET FOR YOUR MONEY?
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HOW MUCH HOME CAN YOU GET FOR YOUR MONEY?

Analysing the affordability of SA’s residential property market

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November 2022
YOUR MONEY: BLACK FRIDAY FRAUD WARNING
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YOUR MONEY: BLACK FRIDAY FRAUD WARNING

Fraudsters threaten to turn festive season cheer into frustration

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November 2022
RETIREMENT PLANNING: THINK TWICE, MOVE ONCE
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RETIREMENT PLANNING: THINK TWICE, MOVE ONCE

10 unexpected but crucial) considerations when choosing where to retire

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November 2022
FOUR SCENARIOS FOR A WORLD IN DISORDER
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FOUR SCENARIOS FOR A WORLD IN DISORDER

The world is a scary place right now, requiring cool heads and an understanding of the underlying dynamics

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November 2022
WHEN PERFORMANCE FEES PUNISH
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WHEN PERFORMANCE FEES PUNISH

Six nasty hidden pitfalls that hammer your investments

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September 2022
WHEN YOUR TENANT ‘DOES A DUCK'
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WHEN YOUR TENANT ‘DOES A DUCK'

Tips for landlords when their tenant does a disappearing act

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September 2022
ITRIX: THE OFFSHORE ‘HOLY GRAIL'?
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ITRIX: THE OFFSHORE ‘HOLY GRAIL'?

A cheap offshore investment scheme that legally bypasses exchange controls JULIUS COBBET

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September 2022
RETIREMENT AND YOUR ‘SECOND WIND'
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RETIREMENT AND YOUR ‘SECOND WIND'

With improved healthcare and the trend towards healthier lifestyles, many people are living to a ripe old age. Make sure that your money lasts as long as you do.

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September 2022
CELEBRATING THE 500th ISSUE OF PERSONAL FINANCE!
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CELEBRATING THE 500th ISSUE OF PERSONAL FINANCE!

Revisiting our illustrious past as we look forward to an exciting future

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September 2022
DOES SWITCHING OFF YOUR GEYSER SAVE ELECTRICITY?
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DOES SWITCHING OFF YOUR GEYSER SAVE ELECTRICITY?

An electrical engineer says that this is a myth—and the Editor agrees with him

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September 2022
ADVICE YOU (PROBABLY) DIDN'T GET AT SCHOOL
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ADVICE YOU (PROBABLY) DIDN'T GET AT SCHOOL

Ingredients for a successful career

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September 2022
An Ugly Word for an Ugly Situation
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An Ugly Word for an Ugly Situation

1970s-style stagflation is now playing on central bankers' minds

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August 2022
INVESTING IN AN INFLATIONARY WORLD
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INVESTING IN AN INFLATIONARY WORLD

Equity returns will be dampened, but are likely to still beat cash

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August 2022
BANKS ARE STILL COLLECTING ON PRESCRIBED DEBTS
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BANKS ARE STILL COLLECTING ON PRESCRIBED DEBTS

Your bank may be going after debt that is no longer owed

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August 2022
BRIBES, PENALTIES, AND FINES: DON'T EXPECT HELP FROM SARS
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BRIBES, PENALTIES, AND FINES: DON'T EXPECT HELP FROM SARS

Deductions are disallowed under Section 23(0)-but it's not quite cut and dried...

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August 2022
SHOULD REGULATION BE WELCOMED?
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SHOULD REGULATION BE WELCOMED?

What do upcoming cryptocurrency regulations mean for your investment?

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August 2022
NETWORKING ONLINE
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NETWORKING ONLINE

How to make professional connections remotely and why it matters

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August 2022
CAPITAL GAINS TAX AND 'PERSONAL USE' ASSETS
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CAPITAL GAINS TAX AND 'PERSONAL USE' ASSETS

Is SARS' grubby paw out every time you sell something? The answer is no ... not always

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July 2022
THE BENEFITS OF NEPOTISM
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THE BENEFITS OF NEPOTISM

Hiring friends and family might actually be good for business

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July 2022