Investment Academy Archive November 2009

 “Medical scheme members will soon have to dig deep to pay double-digit increases,” reports The Daily News. That’s why this week I’m going to show you seven ways to cut your healthcare bills – without skimping on treatment.

Yesterday, I heard an incredible storyabout retirees Billy and Akaisha Kaderli, who live in an exclusive retirement village in Mesa, Arizona in the US. “What’s so amazing about that?” Well don’t tell anyone, but they retired 16 years ago and they're only 54.

The idea seems so simple: Buy-to-let. You assume the risk, secure the loan, pick out the ideal rental property and then buy it. Next you have a tenant pay down your bon. What could go wrong?

If you have young children (or are considering having kids), you’re probably more concerned about the cost of nappies than the price of education right now. But, did you realise the 16 years of schooling and university your child requires will set you back almost R1m?

If you’re starting out – or aren’t clued up on the lingo – investing can be mind-boggling. For example, deciding which ratios to use on different sectors can seem daunting. But don’t be put off. We’re here to help.

 It’s not too late to boost or even start planning for a comfortable retirement. But, time is of the essence….

It’s earnings season in the US and the markets are abuzz with investor hype. Why are they so excited? Well, if company earnings come in better than the market expected them too, then that company’s share price usually runs up – fast.

Is food wastage costing you thousands of rands each year? Here are my top six tips for shopping smart and making sure you never waste money on food again.

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