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Budgeting shouldn’t be a scary thing that stops you from enjoying life. Rather think of a budget as a process in which to look at your finances holistically and then make some smart choices with your money. It’s a way to help you reach your goals and your dreams. And it allows you to track progress.

This is a collection of posts on budgeting which include some personal experiences as well as tips and tricks.

Learn to easily create and manage your budget. It’s really not that hard and I actually have a great Budgeting 101 series. It includes 3 videos showing how different people manage their budgets and includes a workbook to help you in the process.

Some people think that budgets are only applicable to people who have lots of money. I don’t know where that idea comes from as it’s so far form the truth!

A budget or spending plan is for everyone! Whether you’re a student, living at home, employed, married or single. It doesn’t matter, if you have some money (however much) then you should have a plan!

Remember that no-one cares about what happens to your money as much as you do! If you don’t look after it, no-one else will.

Best you get started with budgeting!

Living within your means

Living within your means

by BrendanApril 10, 2021April 10, 2021Leave a comment

You've heard it before and it probably makes sense, but living within your means can be hard and sometimes one wonders whether it's even worth it. Why deprive yourself from all that life has to offer simply to make you…

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Financial Health Budget, Habits
Money management tips

Money management tips for 2021

by BrendanJanuary 11, 2021February 6, 2021Leave a comment

We've all had a somewhat challenging year and I thought to start the new year with some basic money management tips. Some may be things that you already do, and some hopefully are new to you, or they spark ideas…

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Financial Habits Budget, emergency fund, insurance, plan
Knowledge vs Doing

Knowing vs Doing

by Journey ManNovember 8, 2020November 8, 2020Leave a comment

I was listening to someone this week, talking about knowing vs doing. Talking about living life the way we should, and he mentioned ‘Passion’. He said that we need to live our lives purposefully, with passion. I know exactly what…

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Financial Habits, Late Starter Budget, emergency fund
What is debt review?

What is debt review?

by BrendanOctober 5, 2020April 16, 2021Leave a comment

Got debt? You're certainly not alone! Many South Africans are faced with huge debt problems, especially now since the lockdown. One of the possible solutions to help you would be to go under debt review. But what is debt review…

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Pay off debt Budget, debt free
personal finance basics

Personal finance basics

by BrendanSeptember 27, 2020October 26, 20201 Comment

I had a great chat with Terence Tobin recently on personal finance basics. Some of the basic aspects that you can look at right now. Watch the recording and read as I elaborate on the topics discussed. https://youtu.be/IwKnc6JWrKY Have an…

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Financial Habits Budget, estate planning, insurance
Deal with lockdown debt

Deal with lockdown debt

by BrendanSeptember 13, 2020April 1, 2021Leave a comment

Lockdown regulations have left many South Africans in financial despair. It's been tough. If you've got debt and feeling the pressure, you're definitely not alone! Let's explore how to deal with lockdown debt. Be kind to yourself Now is the…

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Pay off debt Budget, plan, snowball
How to build an Emergency Fund

How to build an Emergency Fund

by BrendanJanuary 19, 2020April 3, 20205 Comments

When it rains, and you want to be the person who brought an umbrella... see why and how to build an emergency fund to save you when "life happens"

Financial Habits, Save Money Budget, emergency fund
Myers Briggs and money

Myers-Briggs and money

by BrendanMay 7, 2019March 2, 2021Leave a comment

I very seldom post guest articles or articles from other sites, but I quite liked this one and thought I would share it. How your Myers Briggs personality and money relate. Don't take it too seriously, but some things do…

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Financial Habits Budget, guest post, Myers-Briggs, tip
How to manage your money better

How to manage your money better

by BrendanFebruary 18, 2019February 10, 2021Leave a comment

If you want to know how to manage your money better, then you've come to the right place! This is just a short intro with 3 tips that you can work on this week. However, there is a great introduction…

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Financial Habits Budget, emergency fund, expenses
Buffer budget

Create a buffer in your budget

by BrendanNovember 29, 2018February 4, 20212 Comments

It's amazing how much peace of mind you can get by simply having a bit of breathing space in your budget. A buffer budget so to speak. This is different to an Emergency Fund or special savings that you have.…

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Financial Habits, Financial Health Budget, peace of mind, save
Planning for Christmas early

Start planning for Christmas early

by BrendanOctober 12, 2018January 27, 20212 Comments

It's scary to think that Christmas decorations are slowly starting to pop up in stores and that the Boney M Christmas jingles will soon be blaring out. It's only October but I've spotted the first Santa already! May seem silly…

Read More Start planning for Christmas early

Save Money Budget, Christmas, gifts, shopping
Budgeting weakness

Know your budgeting weakness

by BrendanOctober 1, 2018January 27, 2021Leave a comment

I’ve really been challenged with my budget recently, specifically in terms of lending money. We all have a challenge though and it’s time to make a plan to fix things!

Financial Habits Budget, challenge, knowledge, MoneyMonday, track

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