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Getting started with investing in South Africa can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re worried about making expensive mistakes. Fortunately, you can begin your journey without risking your financial stability, as long as you follow a smart, step-by-step approach. Start by getting financially organised. Before investing, make sure you have an emergency fund (at least 1–3 months […]

The South African property market has faced ups and downs in recent years, driven by economic uncertainty, rising interest rates, and shifting buyer behaviour. But despite these challenges, property still holds investment potential—if approached wisely. For many, real estate is attractive due to tangible ownership, rental income potential, and long-term capital appreciation. Entry-level buy-to-let properties […]

Buying your first ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund) is a big milestone in your investment journey—and South African investors are fortunate to have excellent local and global ETF options. But before diving in, it’s essential to understand what you’re buying and why. An ETF is a basket of shares or other assets that tracks an index (like […]

Inflation eats away at the value of your money over time—and for South Africans facing rising fuel, food, and utility prices, its impact is very real. But investing is one of the most effective tools to counteract the effects of inflation and preserve your purchasing power. Inflation means that what you can buy for R1 […]

South Africa has seen a worrying rise in fraudulent investment schemes, many of which lure victims with promises of high, fast, and guaranteed returns. Real investors know that if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Scams often appear in the form of: These scams prey on urgency, social proof (often via […]