Some “Not-smart” reasons to take out a loan
We’ve all been there. That moment when you reluctantly start browsing online for a financial service provider that would grant you a loan. Whether you need a payday loan or more sizable finance, [...]
5 Tips to help develop a positive money mindset
When it comes to finances, especially where debt is involved, a positive mindset is crucial to your wellbeing. Often, we attach positive feelings to all income we receive and negative towards all [...]
How to cope with retrenchment
It’s the one thing we all dread when the economy goes on its roller coaster ride; being paid off. In South Africa, however, this is a harsh reality some have to face. If it happened to you, it is [...]
Tips for small businesses to survive tough financial times
As a small business owner, your primary concern is to keep your business profitable and out of the red. Add the fact that the economy can become instable – to say the least – without [...]
5 Ways you can earn money on the side when your monthly salary isn’t cutting it
Many working class South Africans have found themselves in situations where their salaries just don’t make it through the month. Debt and expenses pile up and start taking away or replacing our [...]
Sure signs that it is time for a career change
In many cases, employees don’t entirely love their jobs. Unless you follow the career path you were specifically passionate about, it is quite normal for you to not enjoy all aspects of your [...]
How you can celebrate Mother’s Day without Spending a Cent
Mother’s Day should not be about money but rather showing appreciation and love. Why then, especially as we grow older, do we feel compelled to spend a lot of money on commercial days? When you [...]
Voluntary Surrender of Estate vs Debt Review
When struggling with debt, the solutions available tend to crowd our mind along with doubts on which company can be trusted to help you and which can’t. Two common solutions to over-indebtedness [...]