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    Consumer Ninja - Broker liability in disputed claims

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 7:46 Transcription Available


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer ninja Wendy Knowler, about the scenario where an insurer rejects a claim due to non-compliance with instructions that the broker cannot prove were communicated to the policyholder, potentially leading to the broker being liable to compensate the policyholder for the loss. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa Follow us on social media 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - The hidden costs of cellphone contracts: What you need to know

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 7:55 Transcription Available


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer ninja, Wendy Knowler, about the potential pitfalls of cellphone contracts, particularly the steep penalties for early cancellation and the significant price hikes that can occur after the initial contract period ends, leaving customers facing much higher monthly subscription fees. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa Follow us on social media 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer ninja - What we need to know about the class action suit against banks' repossessions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 5:59


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the issue of banks selling repossessed homes at sheriff's auctions for extremely low prices, leaving former homeowners with significant debt despite losing their properties. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa Follow us on social media 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - When tech helps or hurts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 7:26


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about how technology enhances everyday communication and convenience - but she warns that when companies rely too heavily on bots and auto-responses, it can turn tech from a helpful tool into a frustrating barrier for consumers. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja: South African youth's car buying habits revealed

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 9:38


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about Standard Bank's inaugural Youth Barometer Report, which reveals insights into the car buying and financing trends among South African youth aged 18 to 35, offering a glimpse into their financial management habits and preference. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Banking on safety: What happens when threats turn into financial nightmares?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 6:15


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the harsh reality of bank policies in cases of fraud involving coercion. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer ninja - Hidden interest charges on 'late' home loan payments

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 7:35


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about people with home loans who may be paying extra interest due to 'late' payments, despite paying on time, because their debit order date doesn't match the loan's due date. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer ninja - High Court cracks down on unfair credit insurance practices

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 9:24


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about a landmark High Court ruling that found offering credit insurance — including retrenchment and disability cover — to people who can’t claim the benefits, breaches the National Credit Act. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer ninja - Paying for fugazi service fee on garage cards

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 8:44


    Stephen Grootes interviews Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the issue of Standard Bank clients unknowingly paying a monthly service fee of R100 on garage cards they ceased using years ago. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk. There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.za Subscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa. Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer ninja - Insurance dropouts: The high cost of filing claims

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 10:28


    Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about how insurance companies often drop customers who file too many claims, leaving them vulnerable and searching for new coverage. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk.There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.zaSubscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa.Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer ninja- The car insurance trap: What you need to know about tracking devices

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 9:38


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the importance of complying with tracking device requirements for car insurance, especially for high-risk vehicles. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk.There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.zaSubscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa.Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Buying a car? Trust yourself, not the dealership!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 10:28


    Stephen Grootes speaks to consumer ninja Wendy Knowler about the importance of doing thorough background checks when buying a car, warning that even reputable dealerships may not be entirely honest. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk.There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.zaSubscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa.Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer ninja - The hidden debt trap: Unpaid shortfalls after repossession

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 8:50


    Stephen Grootes speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about the often-overlooked issue of shortfalls after repossession, where individuals may still be liable for unpaid debts even after losing their assets, and how this can impact their credit records and future financial opportunities. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk. There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.za Subscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa. Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - False promises: When salespeople don't deliver

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 9:15


    Stephen Grootes talks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the prevalence of false promises made by salespeople, particularly in the cellphone and car industries, and how customers can protect themselves from these deceptive practices. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk. There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.za Subscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa. Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer ninja - Hyundai's paintwork problem: A decade-long defect exposed

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 10:26


    Stephen Grootes speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about the ongoing saga of the Hyundai i20's defective paintwork and the company's efforts to rectify the issue. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk. There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.za Subscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa. Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer ninja - Navigating real estate pitfalls and disclosure dilemmas

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 8:33


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the importance of thorough property inspections and disclosure, highlighting a recent court case where a buyer successfully sued sellers for concealing damp damage in a Johannesburg home. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk. There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.za Subscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newsletters The Money Show is brought to you by Absa. Follow us on: 702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702 702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkza CapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer ninja - Are you wasting your money on insurance?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 6:11


    Stephen Grootes talks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the alarming reality that many insurance policyholders may be paying premiums in vain, unaware that they are not adequately covered. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast. Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk. There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.za Subscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newsletters The Money Show is brought to you by Absa. Follow us on: 702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702 702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkza CapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - nominated driver policies

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 7:26


    Stephen Grootes talks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the often-overlooked clauses in car insurance policies that may leave vehicle owners vulnerable to claim rejections if their car is stolen while in the possession of a third party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja: Scam Alert: Bogus supply companies targeting small businesses and schools

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 6:45


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about a scam targeting small businesses and schools, where companies deceive them into purchasing overpriced cleaning materials or printer cartridges under false pretenses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja -Fake Profiles, Real Danger: The Rise of Impersonation Scams in Finance

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 10:08


    Stephen Grootes talks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the alarming rise of impersonation scams, where fraudsters clone prominent financial figures' images and material to create fake accounts, with some victims even targeting the real individuals, forcing at least one to hire bodyguards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Banks have a right to insist on a insurance policy on your car

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 9:14


    Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler joins Stephen Grootes to talk about how banks are imposing their own insurance policies on car financing customers, and the challenges of getting refunds when duplicate coverage exists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - How Banks Protect ‘Abandoned' Properties with Caretakers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 9:55


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about a little-known practice where banks can install caretakers in "abandoned" homes, and what this means for homeowners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Debt Review Deceit: How Unscrupulous Agents are Preying on Vulnerable South Africans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 8:54


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about unscrupulous agents conning South Africans into debt review.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja -The Hidden Cost of Unused Credit Card

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 8:33


    Nokukhanya Mntambo speaks to Wendy Knowler, Consumer Ninja, about the hidden service fees that many people unwittingly pay on unused credit cards or garage cards, and how to avoid these unnecessary charges.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - The Receipt Revolt: Know Your Rights as a Consumer

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 5:46


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Wendy Knowler, Consumer Ninja, about the importance of receipts and proof of purchase in South African consumer law.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Why banks still send payment demands despite advance payments

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 8:58


    Stephen Grootes speaks to consumer ninja, Wendy Knowler, about the frustrations of receiving payment demands from banks despite making advance payments, and what consumers can do to resolve this issueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Something fishy with the counterfeit Lucky Star pilchards

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 8:18


    Stephen Grootes speaks to consumer ninja, Wendy Knowler about the astonishing twist in the counterfeit Lucky Star pilchards saga, which began with a SAPS raid in Gauteng, uncovering fake cans, altered labels, and a shocking connection to Woolworths-labelled cartons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - The Hidden Dangers of Car Hire Small Print: What You Need to Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 8:05


    Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler joins Stephen Grootes to talk about the alarming small print in car hire contracts that could leave renters with massive bills for damages.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Insurance Gap: The hidden risk in car financing

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 9:03


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Wendy Knowler, Consumer Ninja, about a concerning practice in the car financing industry, where dealerships are cleared to release vehicles before insurance coverage kicks in, exposing buyers to unforeseen financial liabilities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - The Funeral Cover Paradox: Balancing quick payouts with fraud prevention

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 7:42


    Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler joins Stephen Grootes to talk about the complexities of funeral insurance in South Africa, where cultural needs meet financial realities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - The high cost of 'finger trouble': Avoiding electronic funds transfer mistakes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 7:31


    Stephen Grootes talks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the costly consequences of "finger trouble" errors in electronic funds transfers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Compulsory Cover: Navigating homeowners insurance

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 7:10


    Stephen Grootes talks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the intricacies of homeowners insurance, exploring why claims are often rejected and what consumers need to know.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja: Should banks be stepping up to curb rampant online gambling?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 7:57


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the growing concern of rampant online gambling and whether banks have a responsibility to intervene and protect vulnerable consumers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Floods and Fury: The devastating cost of climate change in SA

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 10:00


    Stephen Grootes engages Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler in conversation about South Africa's intensifying weather and its financial consequences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja: Standard Bank's account number recycling policy sparks concern

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 9:25


    Stephen Grootes speaks with consumer ninja Wendy Knowler about Standard Bank's practice of recycling account numbers and the bank's apparently inadequate communication regarding this policy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Bond cancellation costs: What to expect

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 8:01


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja, Wendy Knowler, about the often-surprising costs of canceling a home loan bond, including hidden fees and charges that typically emerge when homeowners attempt to settle their mortgage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Automatic short-term insurance increases

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 8:15


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the vital importance of ensuring that the value of your possessions, such as your cellphone, car, or home, is accurately specified on your insurance policy to avoid potential financial losses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Lies for commission: The unscrupulous world of sales agents

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 10:14


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the unscrupulous world of sales agents who prioritise commission over honesty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Dealing with scammers and fraudsters

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 10:06


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about the rise in fraudulent activity and how to deal with scammers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Third party insurance

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 10:09


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy KnowlerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - What happens to financial losses suffered by banking customers following a kidnapping?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 9:48


    Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about what happens to financial losses suffered by banking customers following a kidnapping.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer Ninja - Modus operandi of the 'work from home' Facebook scams

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 8:58


    Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler joins Stephen Grootes to talk about the modus operandi of the 'work from home' Facebook scams.  Scams, scams everywhere - many of them targeting desperate income seekers. Facebook ads lure them in, promising big money for seemingly easy tasks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer ninja - Short-term insurance claims loss ratio on smaller items

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 10:12


    Consumer ninja Wendy Knowler and Motheo Khoaripe delve into  short term insurance policies on smaller items  such as cellphones, jewellery, sunglasses, handbags.. What it means if your insurer sends you a cancellation letter for being too high risk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Consumer ninja - Internet banking fraud and phishing remains top category of complaints.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 9:52


    Consumer ninja Wendy Knowler and host Motheo Khoaripe explore the Ombudsman forBanking Services' annual report for 2023. The report confirms that fraud, particularly internet banking fraud, phishing, vishing, and push payment fraud, remains that office's top category of complaints. Despite the many warnings, by the regulators, the banks themselves and the media, many people contnue to fall for these scams and if my inbox is anything to go by, most of them areover the age of 60.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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