How to Build & Improve Your Credit Score
If you plan to purchase a home, get a credit card, buy a car, or get a personal loan, then you need a good credit score. This blog unpacks everything you need to know to build or improve yours.
Money Tips
Tips and tricks about all things money related.
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How to Make a Budget Plan in 3 Steps [+budget sheet template]
A well-planned and managed budget is the secret to achieving your big financial goals. We break down the process of creating your own personal budget step-by-step, with a free downloadable personal budget template.
Should I Buy a Home or Rent?
There's no easy answer to this question, and the 'right' answer is often different for different people. Get the pros and cons of both options, and the 3 questions to ask yourself before making the decision.
6 Savings Challenges to Actually Stick To [+ downloadable savings plans]
Struggling to stick to your savings habit? Then you might need a savings challenge: a savings plan that makes the savings process more of a game. We explain how this fun approach helps you save more and build a good habit.
Planning Your Wedding Budget & Checklist [+ wedding budget template]
Budgeting for your wedding should be as happy and seamless as the big day itself. We chat to Talya Plaatjies about her wedding budget and checklist, her tips for keeping costs down, and share her wedding budget template.
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.
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.
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.