The financial landscape for South Africa’s middle class has taken a hit, forcing many households to readjust their budgets or seek professional help. In a troubling trend, middle-class South Africans grapple with a financial setback of over R10,000 monthly. This is compared to their 2016 earnings. This article explores the […]
With the festive season on its way, it’s important for consumers to prepare in advance, as with the joy and festivities comes the dangers of falling prey to scams. Here are a couple of common scams and how you can avoid them: Charity Scams The Scam During the festive season, […]
The end of the year is drawing near, and aside from Christmas, there’s one event where consumers will be reaching for their wallets – and it’s Black Friday. Black Friday is an annual event, and while it originates in America, South Africans have been enjoying the big deals that come […]
The festive time is all about giving and spending, which can be quite strenuous on your wallet if you’re already strapped for cash. Before you start getting in the festive spirit, you might want to slow down and get your ducks in a row. It’s important to set a budget […]
The current economic climate has many South Africans reaching for their credit cards, racking up debt. It’s become a common occurrence for South Africans to stress about cash or, worse, spend more than they earn. It’s having an impact not just on their wallets but on their mental well-being, creating […]
When it comes to making a salary last, South Africans are constantly forced to find new ways to stretch their budgets. Whether it’s increasing inflation rates or the cost of living climbing higher than ever before, what was considered a “decent” salary in previous years simply doesn’t seem to cut […]
Debt and death are two of the most serious subjects in the world, but unfortunately, they are both a reality. Whether you’re wealthy or struggling from paycheck to paycheck, dealing with over indebtedness is a real issue for many in South Africa. You may think that when you pass away, […]
Debt Review Awards: Large Debt Counsellor Nominee Debtline was again recognised as a leading debt counselling practice in South Africa for 2023. We have been nominated in the Top 10 Large Debt Counsellors category in the Debt Review Awards 2023. The Debt Review Awards website describes the process as follows: […]
In today’s challenging financial conditions, where interest rates are rising and monthly expenses keep climbing, many South Africans need help managing their debt. The fear of vehicle repossession and the burden of increasing loan instalments have become all too real for many. Moreover, financial stress takes a toll on mental […]
Vehicle repossession can be a real concern, especially as South Africans are currently facing a very challenging financial climate where monthly expense rates keep increasing. With expenses increasing due to a range of interest hikes, loan instalments may continue to increase, too. This has more and more people defaulting on […]
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