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The holiday season is upon us, and while it brings joy and festivities, it can also bring financial stress. Fear not, here’s a comprehensive guide to help you make ends meet during this joyous time without sacrificing the magic of the holidays. Create A Festive Season Budget The foundation of …

In the intricate world of family finances, the pursuit of financial goals stands as a common aspiration. From buying a home to funding education or securing a comfortable retirement, families often require financial support to make their dreams a reality. Legal money lenders in Singapore and money lending services emerge …

With food prices skyrocketing in South Africa and the constant loadshedding it is getting harder and harder to make ends meet. While we can’t control price increases or loadshedding there are some simple things that you can do to survive price increases and make it a little easier to cope …

Uncovering your dream family home is akin to finding your soulmate. The quest might be lengthy and strenuous, but once you stumble upon the ‘one,’ it provides an unshakeable foundation, a place that resonates with your essence. It becomes your sanctuary, a place where you can relax, rejuvenate, and create …

A series of consecutive interest rate hikes implemented to rein in spiralling inflation is putting pressure on consumers with long term debt like home loans and vehicle finance under greater pressure. A number of banks have in recent weeks reported an increase in impairment charges as a growing number of …

Owning a home is a major milestone in life, and there’s no better time to start working towards that goal than in your 20s. Here are a few tips to help you make your dream of home ownership a reality before you turn 30. Start Saving Early Saving is one …

It’s back to school for millions of South African learners. But one of the biggest lessons they need to succeed in life – how to be smart with money – is taught at home, and the best time to start teaching kids good money habits is right now. In fact, …

We can all do with some saving and better budgeting tips, especially with the holiday season upon our doorstep and 2023 not far behind. Budgeting is essential, but keeping your finances in check can seem challenging if you do not have a lot of experience with managing your money. This …

The average South African pays quite a bit  more to keep a car on the road these days than they did 5 years ago. In fact, to be precise, it costs R6,711.24 more every month in 2022 than it did in 2017. Or, if you prefer, we pay approximately 40% more …

Peer pressure does not only affect impressionable teenagers – we all have an innate urge to evaluate our progress against those around us. As parents, we also want the best for our children, often going beyond our means to make this happen. Sending your child to one of the best …

Many of us approach starting a family the same way we do our Christmas shopping: we charge full-steam ahead with much excitement and little forethought…and deal with the financial fall-out later. Yet, it seems that when it comes to the size of our families, things have slowed down in recent …

In the financial climate nowadays, we all feel the crunch, especially after the significant financial impact that Covid-19 had on people worldwide. In today’s post, we are sharing how to use technology to save money that you can consider to reduce your monthly expenses. The reality is that even if …

Buying your first family dream home on a budget can be both exciting and stressful at the same time, especially if you don’t know where to begin or what to expect. The fantastic news is that it does not have to be, and we are here to help. The Covid-19 pandemic …

What a fantastic time we live in! Imagine, being able to buy the latest fashions, electronics, or everyday items without ever leaving the comforts of home. Skipping the lines saves us so much time and hassle. But it doesn’t always offer the best deal. So, how can you be sure …

Proper estate planning is one of the most important things you can do for your children. Not only does it spare them the anxiety of having to tussle over your estate while mourning your loss, but it can also serve as a final parting gift from one generation to the …

Are you thinking of moving to another place? If yes, then you probably consider hiring a renowned relocation company for the transition. But before booking the relocators, it is always better to know how the cost of transition is estimated by them. This article talks about the factors that are …

I was recently introduced to the Snap and Save app and when I heard about it I knew immediately that I wanted to give it a go and if it worked well for me write a SnapnSave review – and clearly it’s working well because here is my review! What …

College bursaries provide students with free financial assistance to study at a tertiary institute. Students often receive bursaries from certain financial institutes, investment companies, and other organisations. In order to attain a bursary one needs to be an exemplary student. In this article, we discuss how college bursaries work in …

Every parent wants to put their children in the best position for success. Parents strive to give their children the best education, best healthcare and best upbringing that they can provide, to lay the foundations for their adult lives. But what about providing a financial foundation? It all starts with …

Most people’s expenses exceed their income. That is according to a recent poll by popular parenting platform ‘Momsays’.  Just 25.8% are managing to save consistently. More than 40% don’t save at all. Many families are feeling stretched and stressed right now, which makes it more important than ever to play …