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If you have recently taken out a long-term loan, you might be wondering if there is anything you can do to reduce the cost of your loan. Fortunately, there is. In this article, we look at a few thi...

Having at least a little debt has become the norm for most people, and while you may feel that you’re in control of your debt, it’s important to ensure that you’re covered in the event that somethi...

Starting a new business is exciting. It’s probably something you’ve dreamed about for years, and now, after months spent nurturing the perfect concept and developing the best business plan, you’re...

There’s no doubt about it: travelling is expensive! These days even if you are careful with your budget, you will be hard-pressed to plan a trip abroad for less than R20,000 per person. On top of t...

There’s no denying that the world is changing. Take a look at today’s headlines and you will probably read about some weather-related natural disaster – the Western Cape’s drought is a prime exampl...

Many people only investigate their credit report after they’ve been denied a loan or given a very high interest rate. When it comes to responsibly managing your finances, your credit status, and yo...

Sometimes you find yourself in a situation where your finances just don't make it to the end of the month. Despite your careful budgeting, something unexpected like a car repair or doctor's bill po...

Sticking to a budget can be difficult at the best of times, but raising a family can take the challenges of budgeting to a whole new level. That doesn't mean it's impossible, but you do need to be...

We've all been in a position where we've bought something we didn't really need or spent too much on a trip aboard, but those mistakes are easy to make up for. What you don't want to do is make the...