September brings a wealth of growth and change to air as we welcome the new beginnings of spring and set our eyes on the path ahead. But that’s not all – it also presents us with a very special opportunity to reflect on how far we have come: HERITAGE DAY! […]
The warm breath of spring is in the air and the time is ripe for a new beginning… which means it’s the perfect opportunity to look at your financial situation with fresh eyes and do away with anything that’s keeping you back from your best! Too often our budgeting and […]
You knew it was bad…but did you know it was THIS bad? South Africans can breathe a sigh of relief as lockdown restrictions have been further relaxed, but the fact remains that this pandemic has devastated a population already in crisis. According to a recent survey by fintech company PayCurve, […]
We all know that South Africa is a country like no other, but it turns out that there are some pretty strange things happening with South Africans and their money. We checked out the facts to uncover the truth behind SA spending habits, debt and wealth distribution… First of all, […]
It goes without saying that 2020 has been a monumentally difficult year for people all over the world, especially in financial terms. The economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been immense, with millions facing retrenchment, pay cuts, forced unpaid leave, and an inability to pay their bills. On top […]
Supporting Your Not-So-Long Walk to Financial Freedom this Madiba Month “There is no easy walk to freedom anywhere, and many of us will have to pass through the valley of the shadow of death again and again before we reach the mountaintop of our desires.” – Nelson Mandela July is […]
If you are behind on your debt payments, you may have come into contact with debt collectors. These are independent individuals or organisations that are hired by creditors to follow up with debtors who have overdue repayments. You may be worried that a debt collector will show up and bully […]
The world of finance can be convoluted, complex and confusing. Thousands of young South Africans are thrust into financial independence only to find that they are severely underprepared. And because so many of these individuals need to take out loans in order to go to university, pay rent or buy […]
It’s good for your mental and emotional health to spoil yourself every once in a while, but it’s also important to be financially responsible and hold off on buying expensive luxuries if you can’t afford them. This is especially true if you’re in debt – the temporary happiness you will […]
One of the biggest problems facing our country today is inadequate financial education in schools, which has resulted in widespread financial illiteracy. This leaves thousands of South Africans vulnerable to falling into overwhelming debt and staying there. However, it is never too late to learn, and we’re here to teach […]
