Over half of our children are being raised by single moms, who must often stretch a single income to cater for every aspect of their children’s needs. While many of us remain optimistic about the future of our
As we advance in years, we may gain invaluable wisdom, but for many of us the ageing process can also signal the onset of new health concerns. In our late sixties many of us also begin our retirement
In our early adulthood, we often feel the urge to ‘cut the cord’ and strike out on our own, away from our parents. We head out into the working world, start earning our own money for the first
The Demarcation Regulations - over a year later It’s been a little over a year since South Africa’s new ‘Demarcation’ Regulations were introduced – clarifying the role of Medical Aid schemes, versus so-called Medical Insurance products (including the
Gap Cover: a vital asset in the fight against cancer In times gone by, we tended to associate cancer with older people. But today, it seems the disease is rising in prevalence, attacking people of all ages. Cancer
South African consumers are becoming increasingly aware of Gap Cover: a type of insurance that augments one’s Medical Aid, helping to cover in-hospital medical expense shortfalls for certain procedures and specialist bills. With many hospitals and specialists charging
In South Africa today, Gap Cover is surging in popularity, as many medical professionals charge multiple times the stipulated Medical Aid rates. Gap Cover enhances one’s Medical Aid, helping to cover in-hospital medical expense shortfalls for certain procedures
Many consumers often question the role of financial advisors, considering the wealth of information that’s available online, and the ease of directly purchasing policies and other financial products. However, the role of a financial advisor, is as important
While it’s easy for some of these technical terms to wash over us, understanding the structure of your Medical Aid and Gap Cover is a critical aspect of managing your family’s medical and financial affairs. Some of the
Why Gap Cover is instrumental in creating a happy, healthy and productive workforce. In the war for talent, South African businesses must design the most compelling employee value propositions, to attract top people to their organisations and ensure
