Finance

New Banking Laws Effective June 15 – Changes to Transfers, Withdrawals, and Daily Limits Explained

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Starting June 15, 2025, significant changes to South Africa’s banking regulations will affect how individuals and businesses conduct their daily financial transactions. These new banking laws, jointly issued by the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) and the Department of Finance, aim to strengthen financial transparency, reduce fraud, and streamline digital payments across the nation’s financial … Read more

The Lincoln Wheat Penny Valued at $4.9 Million, Still in Circulation?

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Have you ever wondered if a life-changing fortune could be hiding in your spare change? For coin enthusiasts and casual collectors alike, few discoveries could be more exciting than finding a 1943 bronze Lincoln Wheat Penny. Valued at an astonishing $4.9 million, this rare coin represents one of the most valuable pieces of American currency … Read more

£200-300 Winter Fuel Payment for All Over 80s – You Could Be in Line for a £200-300 Payment

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The Winter Fuel Payment scheme has undergone significant changes in recent years, affecting millions of UK pensioners. This article provides a detailed overview of the current eligibility criteria, payment amounts, and application process, along with recent policy developments that have sparked widespread public debate. What is the Winter Fuel Payment? The Winter Fuel Payment is … Read more

SASSA Old Age Grant May 2025 Payment Delayed, New Schedule Here, VAT Cancels Out R130 Boost

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South African seniors who rely on the SASSA Old Age Grant face an unexpected challenge this month. The May 2025 payment has been postponed to Tuesday, May 6, creating an unusual five-week gap between payments that could strain household budgets. This delay coincides with a new VAT increase that threatens to nullify the recent R130 … Read more

DWP confirmed £5,600 per year to State Pensioners born before 1959, Check Eligibility Conditions

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The UK’s Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has implemented significant changes to state pension provisions, particularly benefiting pensioners born before 1959. With the cost of living continuing to rise across the United Kingdom, these updates aim to provide additional financial support to eligible seniors. This comprehensive guide explores the current state pension landscape, eligibility … Read more

Massive Road Rule Changes Coming Before July 2025, South African Drivers Must Act Now to Avoid Fines!

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Attention, all South African drivers! Significant updates to the country’s road rules are set to take effect before July 2025. These changes, announced by the Department of Transport, aim to enhance road safety, curb reckless driving, and standardize behavior across the nation’s roadways. Non-compliance with these new regulations could result in hefty fines, license penalties, … Read more

The Lincoln Wheat Penny Valued at $55.5 Million, Still in Circulation

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Imagine discovering that a humble one-cent coin, commonly tossed in jars or handed out as change, could actually be worth an astronomical $55.5 million. That’s precisely the case with one of the rarest and most fascinating coins in U.S. history, the 1943 bronze Lincoln Wheat Penny. Even more remarkable? This potentially life-changing coin might still … Read more

The Lincoln Wheat Penny Valued at $5.1 Million, Still in Circulation?

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In the world of rare coins, few stories capture the imagination quite like that of the 1943 copper Lincoln Wheat Penny. While most pennies in your pocket are worth exactly one cent, this exceptional coin commands an astonishing $5.1 million valuation. What makes this story even more fascinating is the possibility that some of these … Read more