Debt articles
Want to clear your debt? Try the snowball method
Liable for someone else’s debt? Consider this
Under certain circumstances, debt incurred by your partner – or someone else – can become your problem. We examine potential scenarios, and how to handle them.
How to manage your debt after the festive season
“How I got out of debt – and stayed out of it”
It’s not easy to get out of debt, especially if you rely on credit to make it to month-end. Three South Africans share how they became, and remain, debt-free.
Can you defer payments while under debt counselling?
Can you access credit while under debt counselling?
What is debt counselling, and do I qualify?
Debt repayment – what are my options?
How to avoid having your car repossessed
Breaching the terms of a vehicle loan agreement can lead to car repossession. We provide some tips to avoid this costly and distressing legal scenario.
Should you refinance your home?
In this article, we explore the reasons you may consider refinancing your home - whether renovating, planning for your child’s education, or consolidating debt
Your guide to debt counselling
Debt counselling is a regulated solution that enables you to regain control of your personal finances. We consider this option, and some factors attached to its use.
9 Practical ways to reduce debt
We investigate nine practical ways to reduce your debt and keep future debt to a minimum.