Why & How to Set Financial Goals
Setting goals for your money not only helps you achieve your life’s dreams, it gives purpose and direction for your savings. Here’s how to set them so that they stick, and what to avoid.
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Why You Should Have a Goal-Based Investment Strategy
Investing can be complicated and overwhelming. Goal-based investing is an approach to wealth management that focuses on your specific financial goals. Find out why it works and how to get started.
The 6 Best Books About Money and Investing
Take a page out of Warren Buffett's book and read your way to better money management, savvier investing, and overall financial know-how. The Franc team recommends 6 books to get started.
Budgeting for the Cost of Lobola
The practice of lobola symbolises the union between two families, but also carries a significant financial commitment. We look at the cost of lobola, and get some tips from recent lobola payers to budget for it.
Your Guide to Investment Fees
While the investment fee percentages often seem small, they can have a big impact on your investment growth over time. In this blog post, we unpack what they mean and where they apply.
5 Financially-Savvy Ways to Spend Your 13th Cheque
If you’re one of the lucky people that qualifies for a 13th cheque or bonus this time of the year, you’re likely itching to spend it on treats and activities. But we're making a case for investing in the future you, too. Find out how you can have the best of both.
Market Update | A Noteworthy November for Satrix Top 40
As at the 30th of November, the Satrix Top 40 ETF – the Franc equity fund – closed at R70.20. That’s an increase of 9.5% over the past month! Let's see why the fund did so well.
Joint Savings or Investments for Couples: How To Make Them Work
Many couples consider opening a joint savings or investment together. But is this always a good idea, and if so, how can you make it work? We ask a couple's therapist for her advice.
5 Tips to Plan a Group Trip
There’s nothing quite as fun as a group trip. Organising one can be just as fun as the vacation itself – but only when done right. Here are 5 tips to get it right.
