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How Big is the Fraud Problem in Retail Credit?

It's certainly alarming to note the significant number of accounts that have been opened with no intention of repayment over the past four years, totaling almost 1 million accounts with an exposure of more than three and a half billion Rand....

How To Keep a Healthy Credit Status in Tough Times

Amid economic hardship and uncertainty, protecting your credit health can be difficult and daunting — but it’s probably the most important time to take control of your finances. A recent report by TransUnion South Africa revealed while about one-third (34%) of families reported...

How does a credit card affect your credit score
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Have you ever wondered how the credit bureaus determine our credit score?
In the past the industry was not as transparent as it is these days. Consumers had little to no access to their own vital credit information. It has become much easier for...

How to check your Criminal Record

A criminal record is a person's criminal history. The information included in a criminal differs between countries. In some countries it is limited to convictions but in some, it may include traffic offences like speeding and driving under the influence. Some countries go to...