Buying a vehicle brings a sense of pride to the owner. They know that a vehicle will make their travelling easier and ultimately fetch a good price when it is sold off. Hence, when purchasing a vehicle, consumers pay attention to factors which will ensure their vehicle is marketable in the years to come. No […]

Is it worth taking a loan that charges 30 percent interest rate? Daniel urgently required $11,000 to carry out repair works on his house. Since he was in desperate need for money, Daniel visited a financial service provider in the central division to apply for an unsecured loan. In his desperation, he did not see […]

Buying a vehicle is one of the most important financial decision a person can make in his or her life. However, consumers when purchasing vehicles, tend to overlook significant aspects of the product. The most important things which need to be considered are the physical appearance of the product, functionality, its warranty, and after-sales service. […]

Knowing how to drive and having a license is an essential requirement in people’s life. Whether it is for business or personal use this often involves seeking the services of a driving school. Without a doubt, there are numerous driving schools operating all over Fiji, some with unreasonably high teaching fees. The driving school fees […]

Nowadays, consumers prefer online shopping when it comes to purchasing goods simply because it is convenient with the click of a button. Whether you are looking for a holiday package, air tickets, pair of shoes, kitchen and home wares, clothes, specialist food items or the fairy tale bridal dress for wedding – you can buy […]

Purchasing a second-hand or used electronic good can be risky. This is due to the simple reason that the item has gone through considerable wear and tear by the previous users and the consumer may not know whether they are paying a high price for the used item. Hence, it becomes important for consumers to […]

Leisure time means family time and in order to spend quality time with loved ones, consumers tend to pick on activities which give them enjoyment. It is a fact that cinema is a common and growing form of entertainment. Fortunately, there are numerous cinema outlets in towns and cities which consumers can resort to for […]

Urban drift has caused significant pressure on residential housing in urban areas of Fiji over the years. There is an insufficient supply of houses in the market to meet the increased demand for accommodation. Consequently, housing prices have increased to such an extent that it is no longer possible for many people to purchase their […]

It is common practice for consumers to eat out in restaurants when visiting towns and cities. Every individual enjoys having a hot plate of authentic dishes ranging from Chinese, Indian or i-Taukei dish from restaurants time and again With a number of eateries open in different areas, consumers have more options available to choose from. […]

Not many consumers may know for a fact that baby car seats come with expiry dates. Some may not even know that the baby seat they are using is usable or has already exceeded its product life cycle. Particularly, in cases where the baby car seat has been passed down between friends and families, it […]

Time and again consumers engage the services of courier service providers to transport items from one location to the other. This is primarily in events where consumers are unable to safely transport their belongings on their own or cannot physically deliver parcels to their loved ones. The costs incurred in delivering those items locally and […]

Nowadays, owning a vehicle is no longer a dream given the various car loan options available in the market. It is a fact that not all individuals can purchase vehicles by paying cash up front, hence, banks have made it much easier to obtain car loan packages. Obtaining motor vehicle loans have become far more […]

Distance, time and money force people to engage the services of postal or courier companies for sending and receiving parcels from abroad. People rely on postal service providers to transport their items safely to the intended recipient particularly when they fork out extra money to secure their mail. Most consumers opt for registered mail when […]

Amongst the basic necessities of life, food is the key to survival. Consumers work tirelessly to earn money to put food on the table for their family. The least consumers don’t expect is to be sold items which are unsafe for consumption. Unfortunately, the Council has increasingly come across supermarkets in the country which sell […]

Activities which provide wholesome entertainment are key to many people’s busy and stressful lives as it can give them much needed relaxation and enjoyment. Also, indulging in such activities from time to time is necessary to handle stress on a daily basis. One growing form of entertainment which people enjoy watching is films, particularly in […]