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Business bank accounts

Business bank accounts

by Brendan30 October 202114 February 20223 Comments

If you're read my post on how to run a side hustle you'd probably remember that I speak about opening a separate bank account for your business. This is quite easy and affordable if you're operating as a sole proprietor…

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Save Money, Smart Choices bank, side hustle
Universal branch code

Universal branch codes

by Brendan20 October 202130 October 2021Leave a comment

In the past we used to always have to know our individual bank branch code in order to receive payments from people. These days though all banks use a universal branch code which means that we just provide our account…

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Capitec Account Types

Capitec account types

by Brendan27 August 20219 November 2022Leave a comment

This post is all about Capitec account types. What's on offer and how they work. This is NOT sponsored in any way and there is no hidden agenda here. lol. It's just that I am a Capitec client myself so…

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Save Money, Smart Choices bank, credit card, home loan
Where to invest R1000

Where can I invest R1000?

by Brendan26 April 20213 July 2021Leave a comment

Investing is an essential part of personal finance management for everyone, and you can start with whatever amount you have. Don't be intimidated and think that investing is only for rich people with millions, or that you need to be…

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what is a 32 day notice account?

What is a 32 day notice account?

by Brendan12 April 202124 November 2022Leave a comment

Do you know what type of bank account is best suited for your current goals and needs? Be it daily transactional needs, business banking, long term savings goals, short term goals, emergency funds, etc. It may seem overwhelming but let's…

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Best student account in South Africa

Finding the best Student Account

by Brendan5 July 20191 April 2021Leave a comment

The more traditional banks offer accounts tailored to young people and students. Some require you to be a full-time student, while others simply look at your age as a qualifying criteria. These accounts come with lower monthly fees (some even…

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Smart Choices bank, fees, interest, save, student account
Check your bank statement

Check your bank statement

by Brendan27 August 201813 July 2021Leave a comment

A friend of mine recently tweeted that he had 4 fraudulent debit orders coming off his bank account last month. Can you believe it? Wow - you really need to check your bank statement each month! #MoneyMonday – short to-the-point…

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