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Preparing your domestic staff for leaving your employ
We found out what measures you should take in order to ensure your domestic worker is financially secure after they leave your employ.
What are the interest rates on store accounts?
Opening a store account is one of the easiest ways to build your credit score. Not surprisingly, a recent report by the National Credit Regulator (NCR) found store accounts to be among the most popular credit types for South African consumers - ...
Taking out a student loan? First read this
If your dream career requires a tertiary education, you will have to find a way to fund your student expenses. We have a look at who should take out a student loan.
How to “switch-and-save” on credit agreements
You may have heard about a “switch-and-save” deal on your home or car insurance. However, did you know that you can do the same with your credit agreements?
How to fund a prototype for your start-up
It’s quite an adventure to quit your job start your own business. But this decision also comes with a lot of risk. If the concept is new, it’s best to design a prototype before you jump into the deep end.
Stokvel-friendly accounts; which ones are fair?
Group saving is safer than it used to be. Back in the day, money was hidden under a mattress, or stashed in a group member’s personal bank account, which blocked access to other members.
How to handle a call from a debt collector
If you don’t keep to your debt obligations, your credit provider will reach out to their collections department, or partner, and request that a debt collector call you. We briefly look at how debt collectors work, and how you should handl...
How to qualify for a grant in South Africa
There are numerous social grants available in South Africa. We have a look at why social grants are important, and we detail which grants are available and how you can qualify for them.
What are debt collectors not allowed to do?
Debt - if not managed - can seem like a dark cloud looming. But, you do have rights.
Should you authorise a minor on your credit card?
If you have children who need to move around independently, it may be practical to authorize them as users on your credit card. However, is this the right thing to do?
Economic devastation sees rapid rise in debt counselling
A survey conducted by DebtBusters indicates that consumers are increasingly turning to debt counselling.
How criminals can hack into your bank account
Internet-based fraud is constantly on the rise. We take an in-depth look at email and SMS scams, and SIM swaps.