We look at the options South Africans have if they are struggling to pay their debts. These include payment holidays, loan restructuring and debt counselling.
The snowball effect – a debt reduction strategy
Imagine if you will, you’re standing at the top of a snow-covered hill; you scoop some snow, shape it into a ball and then send it rolling down the hill. As the snowball gathers speed, it picks up more snow, getting bigger and bigger until
How much to save for your baby’s university years
Want your baby to have the best university education? We find out how much you might need to save so you can start planning and putting money away now.
How much will life cover cost me?
Life insurance can make sure your family has fewer financial worries if you die. We look at how much different amounts of life cover cost.
Can you really afford to have a baby?
Your bundle of joy can cost more than a few bundles of cash! We look at some of the costs you need to budget for when you raise your children
4 unexpected costs you can avoid
We identify four unexpected expenses that can cost more than your budget allows and found ways to reduce the costs and avoid the emergencies!
Buy or rent: 5 questions you should ask
Don’t know if you should buy a home or rent? We’ve got 5 questions you must ask to help you decide.
Gap cover: what it is and what it costs
Medical aid helps you afford good medical care, but it doesn’t always pay all the costs you incur when you are ill or in hospital. Gap cover fills this shortfall.
How to manage debt responsibly
No one wants to be deep in debt. But it can happen so easily. We’ve found eight ways to avoid the debt trap.
Learn about marriage contracts before you get married
How you are married affects your finances. We look at the differences between marriage in and out of community of property and how they affect your money.