banking

  1. zaidmo

    SA credit and debit cards compared - for overseas purchases and withdrawals

    Hi I've been trying to find the cheapest way to spend overseas. I did a comparison of all the major cards in SA here: http://travpacker.com/much-charged-atm-withdrawals-pos-payments-south-african-debitcredit-card-abroad/ When it comes to travel wallets I find that purchasing forex notes...
  2. R

    ABSA Banking Android App

    Hey guys, anybody else having a problem with the ABSA Banking App? The app says my device is rooted but it's definitely not a rooted device, app was working fine a few days ago.
  3. Kevin Lancaster

    Stop criminals by changing your online banking number to 082 000 0000: Expert

    Stop criminals by changing your online banking number to 082 000 0000: Expert Professor Basie Von Solms has made a radical proposal to protect online banking customers against criminals.
  4. H

    Best business banking?

    So, I am starting a new business. I have a company registered, and a client or two lined up, but I want to open a business banking account. Not sure which bank will be the best. It is a consulting business, so the transactions in and out of the bank will be very straight forward, no salaries...
  5. W

    Bank transfer with incorrect branch code

    Let's say i have the correct bank details of the recipient i want to transfer money to; i have the correct account number, full names and bank name. But I don't have the correct branch code. What will happen if i go ahead and make the transfer, will it go through? I was using the Standard Bank...
  6. Fireball

    Which bank in SA is the best when it comes to technology/automating your finances?

    Hi folks! I've always been with ABSA (student account), but I think the time has come to make a switch (since they're forcing me to upgrade). Now, I have done my fair bit of reading (mostly on MyBB and MoneyWeb) about the banks here and their technology, customer satisfaction, fees, etc...
  7. Kevin Lancaster

    Banks need to do more for online and mobile users

    Banks need to do more for online and mobile users Banks are failing to fully exploit online and mobile to engage customers, according to a global research study.
  8. MickeyD

    Rude staffers top reason why people switch banks

    Johannesburg - What would frustrate South Africans enough to switch banks? Surprisingly it is not benefits, or rewards, or a cheaper alternative that would make them move, but impolite, rude or uninterested staff. This is a wake-up call for local banks, but South Africans are not alone in...
  9. M

    Advice on going for an Investec Private Bank Account

    Hi everyone. I recently passed my CTA and I qualify for an Investec Private Bank Account. I really don't know whether I need it though. Is a private bank account really worth it? I probably won't be using it to its fullest in the short term(although I am going to need vehicle finance very...
  10. Kevin Lancaster

    Beware of these tricks criminals use to steal your cash

    Watch out for these tricks criminals use to steal your cash The South African Banking Risk Information Centre has launched its latest Carrying Cash Safely campaign, providing advice on how to avoid becoming a victim of cash robberies.
  11. L

    Vacancy :Data Architect - Johannesburg

    Hi all I am looking for a Data Architect for an investment bank in Johannesburg. Contact me on [email protected] if interested. Salary is negotiable. 8 years experience needed min Deep understanding of data governance and data management frameworks BI and Warehouse Design Metadata...
  12. G

    Swiss bank account

    Hi all, who can help me with the opening of a swiss bank account? At least an explanation of different account type also with not too big of an initial deposit. Point me in the right direction, a company name, phone number, etc... Much appreciated.
  13. D

    FNB Fee Saver - Is it really worth it?

    FNB offers a Fee-Saver option where you need to keep a minimum balance of 9k to qualify for no monthly banking charges. I am a freelancer with a few months salary available for backup, I need immediate access to my funds. Would this be worthwhile to save a load on banking fees... The return...
  14. NeonNinja

    FNB; R50 service fee

    So I phoned FNB had some trouble with my Internet banking. 'If you want an assistant to help you a R50 service fee will be applied.' I dropped the phone :confused:
  15. LazyLion

    Banking Ombudsman Calls on Banks to Step Up Security Measures

    With the increasing use of bank-pioneered cellphone, smartphone and near-field communication payment solutions, cash soon could follow cheques into redundancy. This is the view of Advocate John Myburgh SC, chairman of the board of the Ombudsman for Banking Services (OBS). In the OBS annual...
  16. LazyLion

    SABRIC Warns of Identity Theft Scam

    Banking authorities warned consumers on Monday against a new scam designed to trick people into compromising their personal information. "The latest scam targets home computer users and is masqueraded as legitimate telephonic calls from reputable computer software stores," the SA Banking Risk...
  17. J

    Investec to FNB payment taking more than a week to clear

    My employer timeously, as usual, paid my salary the 25th of March, which is now a week ago. The EFT payment was done from his Investec bank account, to my FNB cheque account. It's been a week now, and the money hasn't cleared yet. I've been given proper proof of payment by my boss, and in trying...
  18. N

    Absolutely shocked an disgusted by ABSA PB - RANT

    So for the last year ABSA PB have been making me go into the branch and complete a foreign national declaration. I am a UK expat. who has been living here for the last 10 years, married to an SA citizen, tax payer (obviously!) and an ABSA customer for most of that. If I dont fill it in they...
  19. C

    Nedbank and PayPal

    Hi all, I'm new to the whole online transaction game and so I'm naturally cautious when it comes to dealing with credit cards and online transactions etc. I'm wanting to create a PayPal account but am unsure of several things (excuse my ignorance :p): - Will I be able to link my PayPal...
  20. jes

    Standard Bank, FNB adverts found to be misleading by ASA

    Standard Bank, FNB adverts found to be misleading by ASA Both Standard Bank and First National Bank have been found guilty of misleading advertising, according to a report on Friday.
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