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We all have cars, and so we can relate.
I was able to save R6,096 which I added to one of my trading portfolios all thanks to Aiden Sookdin...
This is a very good life-hack to have. In fact, if I can also help you with your trading by you saving money to trade, then I'll be happy to write these kind of life-hacks to you..... ››› more
NewPalladium exchange traded fund (ETF) tracks the spot price of palladium. The ETF has a listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange…
Full name: NewPalladium ETF
Short name: NEWPALL
Ticker: NGPLD
Sector: JSE listed funds
Five top facts about NewPalladium ETF
Fact #1:
ETFs are passively managed funds, which aim to track the performance of an underlying index or, in this case, the ... ››› more
If you want to invest in penny stocks, you need to understand how the pricing of shares works.
There isn't just one price for a penny stock, or any other share on the stock market, there are two.
So what is the difference between these two prices? And what difference does it make to you?
Read on to find out more…
The bid offer spread of penny stocks
If you’re new to investing... ››› more
Variety in an investment portfolio is important. It allows you to benefit from the different ups and downs of different assets. The overall effect is a better performing portfolio.
You may have considered investing in penny stocks, but worry about the higher risks involved. But you shouldn't let this put you off…
Invest for the long-term with penny stocks
Over the years, stocks have ... ››› more
Earlier today, Anglo American Platinum (Amplats) announced the sale of its platinum mining and concentrating operations to Sibanye Gold for at least R4.5 billion.
The deal will make Sibanye Gold one of the world's largest platinum producers.
Let's take a closer look at the deal…
Amplats move away from conventional mines is good news for Sibanye
Amplats [JSE:AMS] will sell its “m... ››› more
If you want to start investing in property, you have a number of options.
You can look to buy existing properties, ones that need a bit of work done, properties coming up at auction and properties in new developments.
For the new property investor, new developments can be a good starting point.
Let's take a closer look…
The benefits of buying property in new developments
There ... ››› more
Whether you're buying a property to live in or as an investment, chances are you're going to need a loan from the bank to cover a large chunk of its cost.
This means you need a bond. But don't make the mistake of trying to sort out a bond yourself, you should make use of a bond originator.
It will save you a lot of time and you'll get the best deal on the market.
Let's take a closer look... ››› more
With interest rates still at relative lows, if you want to save money it can be difficult finding a decent rate of interest.
If you want to lock your money away for a specific period of time, you should consider investing in government retail bonds.
So what exactly are government retail bonds? And what are the advantages of investing in government retail bonds?
Let's take a closer look…... ››› more
Have you ever contemplated living overseas? Have you considered the benefits of having dual citizenship or a second passport?
If these are aspects that appeal to you, how can you achieve it?
You may think your prospects of achieving such things are just a pipe dream, but in fact, it could be a lot easier than you think.
Read on to find out more…
How to gain the freedom of living ... ››› more
When you invest in shares, you want to buy at the lowest price possible and sell at the highest price you can. This maximises your profit potential from investing.
The way you instruct your stock broker to buy shares has a big bearing on this. It all comes down to the type of order you use.
So what type of order should you use when buying shares to maximise your profit potential?
Read on ... ››› more
Santova is a logistics group focusing on all areas within the industry. The company has a listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange…
Full name: Santova Limited
Short name: Santova
Ticker: SNV
Sector: Industrial goods & services – industrial transportation
Five top facts about Santova
Fact #1:
Santova employs around 300 people working across its offices in South Africa, Austral... ››› more
When it comes to your finances, from your earnings you need to spend some of it to cover necessities and expenses. You can then put the money you have left into your savings and investments.
But what is the difference between your savings and investments? Are they not just the same thing?
Read on to find out…
The difference between savings and investments
Whilst savings and invest... ››› more
Yesterday, finance minister Nhlanhla Nene gave his first full budget speech.
Amongst a whole host of changes, he advised of modifications to transfer duty. Transfer duty is payable when buying a home.
So what are the changes? And what difference will it make to you and your property investment plan?
Read on to find out…
What are the coming changes to transfer duty?
At the momen... ››› more
Investing in property is a huge financial undertaking. There's the deposit, transfer duty and a whole host of other fees and costs to consider.
So if you want to invest in property to rent out, how can you do it with less upfront costs?
Think about buying a property in a new development.
Read on to find out why this can be a great option…
Why consider a property in a new developme... ››› more
Digicore Holdings concentrates on the provision of GSM and GPS fleet management systems. The company has a listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange…
Full name: Digicore Holdings Limited
Short name: Digicore
Ticker: DGC
Sector: Industrial goods & services – electronic & electrical equipment
Five top facts about Digicore Holdings
Fact #1:
Digicore Holdings employs around 900 pe... ››› more
As you get older, the consensus is that you should start to lower your exposure to stocks and put more money into ‘safer' investments like bonds and hold more cash.
But with retirees expected to live longer than they ever have before, is this still the case?
Let's take a closer look…
The classic retirement investment portfolio
Once you retire, you’re more likely to hold more c... ››› more
Victoria Beckham has certainly changed a lot since she first hit the music waves as one of the Spice Girls 20-years ago.
Since 1994, she transformed herself from one of the Spice Girls into a business woman with a successful fashion designing business behind her, along with a number of other ventures.
So is there anything you can learn from Victoria Beckham's success?
Let's take a closer ... ››› more
Investing in artistic masterpieces is an expensive hobby. The more famous the artist, the higher the price tag.
One option you have is to try to identify up-and-coming artists who are showing promising signs of potential and whose pieces could rise in value in the future.
So where can you look?
Let's take a closer look…
Invest in art by focusing on up-and-coming artists
The bes... ››› more
Can you afford to retire comfortably? Most people nearing retirement are haunted by this question.
When it comes to retirement planning, it's important to take time to familiarize yourself with what this period will mean for you, financially speaking.
After all those years you've dedicated time and energy into your work, retirement is the time to finally enjoy a comfortable, stress-free lif... ››› more
Buy and hold is an investment strategy that involves buying shares and holding them through thick and thin.
Investment great Warren Buffett is a strong backer of this strategy.
But this investment strategy does have its downfalls. It ignores periods of time when the shares you're holding become very expensive.
So instead of following a buy and hold strategy, let's take a closer look at a ... ››› more
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