6 Ways to Earn Extra Income in South Africa
Extra income can make a real difference in making ends meet and in realising your goals. Here are 6 ways to diversify your income streams.
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Managing your personal finances is a big part of building wealth. These articles will help you find the right balance between living and investing.
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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.
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.
Why You Shouldn’t Withdraw From Your Long-Term Investments
They say your investment is like a bar of soap – the more you handle it, the smaller it gets. If you're tempted to dip into your long-term investments this festive season, give this blog post a read first.
What is Debt Counselling?
If you find yourself in a debt trap, and need help finding your way out, debt counselling might be a consideration for you. We explain what the debt counselling process is, advantages and disadvantages, and the costs.
Should You Buy-Now-Pay-Later for Black Friday?
Buy-now-pay-later (or BNPL) platforms have sprung up all over the place in the last few years. In this blog, we’ll explain how this payment arrangement works, what its benefits are, and what drawbacks it can have.