What a difficult and emotional time it has been these past few months. Not to even mention the FINANCIAL challenges you’ve had to endure (and most likely still are dealing with). On a positive note: with 2020’s ‘financial lemons’ you might not be able to make lemonade yet, but in the meantime, you can at
It would be fair to say that recent unexpected events of the COVID-19 pandemic must have been the first severe economic crisis of the South African youth. And, it is, therefore, important that they incorporate specific characteristics to build a firm financial foundation to deal with any future emergencies, and to enhance their resilience after
South African mothers are experts in the field of juggling various tasks and taking care of financial commitments or bills in the process. Not to mention – while taking care of their extended loved ones AND holding the fort at home. Just take a look at their current ‘lockdown’ reality – they are truly amazing
Soon the Easter weekend will be upon you. Are you ready to make it a memorable, yet affordable one this year? The secret is to work with what you’ve got. From ‘do-it-yourself’ decorations, experiences rather than gifts, frugal activities and delicious, reasonably priced meals. You can have it all if you’d just give your creativity
Are you already cheering the upcoming school break on or perhaps, looking forward to a well-deserved getaway this coming Easter/Freedom Day long weekend? If you have planned to go away for a bit – good for you for taking a breather. And, most importantly – how can you make sure that while you’re on holiday,
Protecting your relationship is as much important as it is difficult these days. Ever thought of debt being the culprit trying to meddle in or hurt your relationship with a loved one? Never say never – finances and money play a key role in any relationship. Excessive debt can surely make it an unhealthy and
Your 2020 year is here, and perhaps so far, not very unusual from all the other New Year’s that you have had? What are you going to do a bit differently this time? Think in the line of managing those financials of yours better. One of the most important things that you can do is
In a flash, December has come and gone. Was all the glitz, glamour and gloss of the 2019 festive season worth it, financially? Excessive bills and the responsibility of paying off undue credit are not at all easy and desirable. But as tough as it is, don’t you think your new 2020 year is the
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