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7 Factors to consider when reading your loan agreement

7 Factors to consider when reading your loan agreement

18 March 2020 · Athenkosi Sawutana

Many people do not properly read their loan agreements. They just sign on the dotted line without realising that they could be signing their lives away. It’s important to review your loan agreement before and after taking out your loan to av...

Part 1: The difference between good and bad debt

Part 1: The difference between good and bad debt

17 March 2020 · Danielle van Wyk

In the first part of our Debt-ucate series we explore the difference between good and bad debt and why debt is, in fact, necessary.

Is it wise to start your business with your RA?

Is it wise to start your business with your RA?

16 March 2020 · Athenkosi Sawutana

A retirement annuity (RA) is meant to help you save money to assist you during your retirement. RAs aren’t accessible until you reach the age of 55, or unless you move to another country, or are unable to work because of disability.  ...

Retirement Annuity or TFSA – the best vehicle to save for your retirement

Retirement Annuity or TFSA – the best vehicle to save for your retirement

4 March 2020 · Athenkosi Sawutana

While you may be thinking about saving for your retirement, it can be difficult to decide which savings vehicle to choose. Some people are happy putting their money in their tax-free savings account (TFSA) while others lock it in a retirement an...

How new drunk driving laws may affect your car insurance

How new drunk driving laws may affect your car insurance

2 March 2020 · Danielle van Wyk

South Africa’s drunk driving culture is one of the worst globally with an estimated half of all road accidents being caused by drivers who’re under the influence of alcohol.

What happens to your credit score when you dispute it?

What happens to your credit score when you dispute it?

2 March 2020 · Athenkosi Sawutana

There are times when you might doubt the accuracy of your credit score. But can you call the credit bureau and lodge a dispute?

3 changes from the budget that will make you smile

3 changes from the budget that will make you smile

27 February 2020 · Athenkosi Sawutana

When Finance Minister Tito Mboweni delivered the 2020 budget speech on Wednesday, it was a welcome surprise that value-added tax wasn’t increased.  

It’s possible to change your marriage regime

It’s possible to change your marriage regime

19 February 2020 · Athenkosi Sawutana

Many people wed before they sign an antenuptial contract (ANC). This is especially practiced by people in customary marriages and those not clued up about the ANC. The law says if there’s no ANC before the wedding takes place, the marriag...

Keep this in mind when taking out new financial products

Keep this in mind when taking out new financial products

18 February 2020 · Isabelle Coetzee

Adding a product to your personal finance portfolio, such as insurance or an investment, is a big decision. Each month it will take a chunk out of your salary, and you need to ensure you can cover it.

Are you overindebted?

Are you overindebted?

12 February 2020 · Danielle van Wyk

With debt levels increasing at 13% more than income levels, South Africans are more debt-stressed now than arguably ever before. This is iterated by the National Credit Regulator’s (NCR) report that nearly half of credit-active consumers ...

The benefits of assessing investments regularly

The benefits of assessing investments regularly

11 February 2020 · Isabelle Coetzee

It’s common practice to assess your personal finances annually. But how often should you check in with your investments? We found out from an industry expert when you should assess your investments and how to go about doing so.

Thinking of skipping your debit order payments? Don’t!

Thinking of skipping your debit order payments? Don’t!

4 February 2020 · Athenkosi Sawutana

When you’re under financial strain, it’s tempting to think that you can skip your payments today and make up for it tomorrow. But the truth is, there’s no guarantee that tomorrow will be any easier financially  

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