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Plug your debt leak

Plug your debt leak

4 June 2026 · JustMoney

Is interest draining your ability to save? From DIY repayment tips to professional debt counselling, find the best way to reclaim your rands.

Borrow smarter, not harder

Borrow smarter, not harder

4 June 2026 · JustMoney

Stop guessing your way into debt. Check your credit score for free and compare total costs – so you never pay more than you have to.

Don’t let your next salary increase vanish into thin air

Don’t let your next salary increase vanish into thin air

4 June 2026 · JustMoney

Mid-year increase or tax refund blessing your pocket? Use the 50% rule so every salary bump grows your savings too.

Protect your budget from hidden costs with a 10-minute check

Protect your budget from hidden costs with a 10-minute check

4 June 2026 · JustMoney

Are hidden costs draining your account while you sleep? Find the money leaking from your budget in just 10 minutes.

5 Tips to outsmart the next petrol hike

5 Tips to outsmart the next petrol hike

4 June 2026 · JustMoney

Stop your car from chowing your salary. Carpools, route planning, and tyre checks all reduce transport costs. Turn careful planning and small checks into big monthly savings.

How to earn money online in South Africa: 15 legitimate ways that pay

How to earn money online in South Africa: 15 legitimate ways that pay

26 May 2026 · Fiona Zerbst

Discover 15 legitimate ways to earn online in South Africa. Get realistic income ranges, critical scam warnings, and essential SARS tax tips.

Are payment holidays a wise idea in South Africa?

Are payment holidays a wise idea in South Africa?

8 May 2026 · Fiona Zerbst

Before taking a payment holiday in South Africa, understand the costs, credit score impact, and better alternatives for your situation.

Treat yourself to savings

Treat yourself to savings

15 April 2026 · JustMoney

In honour of Workers' Month, we’re looking at how to keep more of your hard-earned money where it belongs – in your pocket. We all feel the pinch when the grocery bill climbs, but saving on the essentials isn't about going without. It’s about being strategic so that you can still enjoy the rewards of your labour. Here are five ways to shop smarter and make life more affordable – while keeping the fun:

Debt: How much is too much?

Debt: How much is too much?

15 April 2026 · JustMoney

Is debt taking a huge slice out of your take-home pay? If more than 30% is going straight to creditors, it’s a warning sign. At 40% or more, it’s a flashing red light – and usually a sign that there’s too much month left at the end of your money.  The good news is you can take back control.  Here are three ways to restructure what you owe and get some breathing room back into your budget.

How to protect your family from life’s “what ifs”

How to protect your family from life’s “what ifs”

15 April 2026 · JustMoney

We work hard to build a life for our families, but a sudden retrenchment or a health setback can quickly rattle those foundations. Resilience is having a few layers of protection in place, so that if the unexpected happens, you can keep the wheels turning. Here are three practical ways to build your own safety net: 

5 Side-hustles to start this weekend

5 Side-hustles to start this weekend

15 April 2026 · JustMoney

In the spirit of Workers’ Month, why not become your own boss on the side? Many of these ideas require very little to no cash to start – just your time and a bit of hustle.

Will debt consolidation hurt your credit score?

Will debt consolidation hurt your credit score?

30 March 2026 · Fiona Zerbst

Worried debt consolidation will hurt your credit in South Africa? Learn how it impacts your credit score, card use, and long-term financial health.

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