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Your Christmas clock is ticking. Soon you’ll hear the doorbell ring and invite familiar or long-time-no-see friends and family members in. Are you prepared for Christmas celebrations this year and have you made sure that the financial responsibilities and preparations that go along with it are also in check? Perhaps you have been caught off

Are you a ‘debt damage dodger’ or dreamer? Perhaps one of those people with unrealistic expectations when it comes to the effort or amount of time you need to spend to get yourself out of severe debt? What about those ridiculous ways you have imagined to get rid of your debt situation as quickly and

The biggest shopping phenomenon is just around the corner and, you better know  what you’re in for if you are considering to take part in the spending mania. Be aware that various retailers are after your and other consumers’ hard-earned money. You are probably already seeing the RED sale signs, but in many cases, you

South Africans know only too well how hectic life can be. Juggling various tasks at work, perhaps trying to hold the fort at home and making ends meet with more month to the end of their money. Think of the stress levels they experience on a daily basis. And, since finances play an important part

Due to the fast pace exploitation of consumers’ shopping experiences and need for instant gratification, it is undeniable how easy it is for consumers to thoughtlessly swipe a store, credit, cheque or awards card these days. Many South Africans currently find themselves in this so-called “mindless-swiping culture” and it is doing more damage than good.

It is evident that groceries are really expensive these days and it is, therefore, fair to help you and other women with a few hacks or tips when it comes to grocery shopping. It is National Women’s Month after all. In honour of you and other fabulous South African women, here are nine recommended ‘grocery

It is officially National Women’s Month and, therefore, significant that South Africans celebrate the accomplishments women achieve, and the ongoing progress they make in ALL walks of life. Various organisations, as well as individuals, commemorate South African women this August. And, DebtSafe would also like to share insightful statistics, ideas and tips for mid 20,

July is indeed the month of savings awareness and this year’s #CrazywaystoSave theme is the ideal encourager to get you and other South Africans invested in creating your own financial freedom, and to, in the end, ensure your overall happiness. The DebtSafe team celebrates #NationalSavingsMonth and wants to highlight some recent statistics from DebtSafe’s FINANCIAL

Indebtedness can refer to you or someone that owes money (to say, creditors) and it is a concept widely recognised or perhaps in many cases – ‘best avoided’. According to the latest available figures from the National Credit Regulator (NCR), credit bureaus held records of 25.85 million credit-active consumers and a concerning 10.16 million of