Finances can take a heavy toll on your mental and emotional health, especially when you are struggling to get by. To keep your head about you and avoid slipping into a dangerous space, mentally and financially, it’s essential to practise proactive self-care and ensure that you are taking steps to […]
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If you are experiencing financial difficulties, you may have come across consolidation loans (also known as debt consolidation). Many people confuse debt consolidation for debt review, but the two are actually entirely different processes.
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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! […]
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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 […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Happy Dare Day! Today is dedicated to daring those around you to do the things they wouldn’t usually do – things they may be afraid to do. It’s a day for action, and for taking risks. One major factor that often stops us from taking action and reaching our goals […]
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Dear Debtline Family We know that this is an incredibly stressful and frightening time for many of you. Thousands of South Africans are facing salary cuts, complete income loss, and even retrenchment. Worst of all, I see so many people in desperate financial situations, with no idea of how to […]
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