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Can CSI go wrong?

The corporate social investment forms part of corporate social responsibility. Even though these two terms have been used interchangeably in past years, they don’t mean the same thing. The latter is the

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Wine as an investment

Finding new ways to invest money is something that should be done by all people with an interest in expanding on their wealth. Even though traditional methods such as stocks

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Choosing the type of bankruptcy – Who’s choosing and why is it important for an average person to know this?

Filing for bankruptcy can be equated to another chance. It’s different for everyone and it’s important to act quickly.  Before filing you must consult a legal expert to discuss what you owe and what’s best.  Chapter 7 is regarded as straight bankruptcy and

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How do interest rates affect your monthly repayments?

Interest rates represent the cost of borrowing as well as a form of earning a profit for lenders. In South Africa, they are typically set by the Reserve Bank.  If the repo

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The different types of credit rating

This is the evaluation of the credit risk presented by a prospective debtor. It is used to predict their ability to pay the debt back. It is essentially a representation of evaluation by agencies that

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The basics of credit analysis and types of risks

Credit analysis is utilised by lenders to assess the finances of an organisation before granting it credit. It is used to determine whether or not it will be able to afford repayments. It is also useful for highlighting potential red flags

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3 types of speciality payroll processes

Payroll must be accurate and consistent in order to ensure the efficiency of a business. The employees are the engine of a business, so prioritising their payments by ensuring that they

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Is trading safe for my finances?

Trading is risky and is essentially about putting your money at risk in an investment strategy with the intention to earn impressive returns.  Most forex trades have a high reward the higher the risk taken. Multiple

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The importance of choosing the right institute for a loan

Taking a loan out is a decision that should be carefully considered. Finding the right institute for a loan is an important part of the process. The last thing that you want as a

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The different methods used for payroll

Payroll is a system used by a company to organise compensation for employees for a particular period of time. It must be compliant with certain laws and for it to be accurate,

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How to start trading

What is trading?  Trading involves participation in financial markets. The aim is to do better than traditional buy-and-hold investment strategies by buying and selling stocks.   How to start trading  If you

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The different types of non-financial risk

There are 7 common categories of non-financial risk, including:  Model Risk  Operational Risk (fraud, natural disasters, misconduct)  Settlement Risk  Accounting Risk (changes in GAAP)  Regulatory Risk  Legal Risk (Non-honouring of a

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Understanding the importance of credit from a loan

Establishing a good form of credit is often a top priority for many credit-active individuals. Not only does this make it easy to qualify for other forms of credit, but