Long before the COVID-19 disruption started the government (represented via the National Credit Regulator aka NCR) and financial institutions have continuously been warning consumers to be vigilant and not give away their personal information, or click on ‘inviting’ hyperlinks and opening unsolicited emails/messages. The recent pandemic period has, unfortunately, paved the way for hackers and
What beliefs or outdated mindset do you currently have that stops you from giving yourself (and your dear ones) a better financial life? Perhaps you have been taught a few things when you were younger that does not count or is not relevant anymore. Don’t you think the sooner you start to make a money-altering
In honour of #WomensMonth2020, DebtSafe wants to remind ALL South African women that they – the strong, the courageous – are the ones who carry and nurture the overall heart of South Africa, especially during unexpected hardships. They deserve all the love, help (in various fields, including finance) and applause they can get. DebtSafe, recently
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