Tag: interest

Is it better to save money or pay off debt?

There’s no definitive right or wrong answer as to whether you should save money whilst still having short-term debt (credit

Listen to the Cape Talk radio interview about this post. There are so many fees, taxes and costs involved when

We live in a very strange world in which financial institutions (banks and those that like to offer you debt)

My partner and I are in a very fortunate position where we both own a fully paid for car. This

Note: See the updated post on investing in cows. It’s funny how the least thought-through or planned Tweets can end

Credit cards are really useful and convenient now days, but it’s so easy to fall into debt and your finances

Speaking to a colleague the other day I was struck by his laziness to save money. I need to clarify

Deciding where to invest your money can be a daunting task and it may seem that you’re not “qualified” enough

This is an awesome trick that many people miss. Before I go into details though there are a few conditions

Here’s a quick explanation on how to calculate the interest that you can earn on your savings (or pay on

It’s easy to feel pressured to have a savings account or some type of investment. Is it better though to

I love coffee! The very thought of drinking less makes me quiver with fear. But, sometimes one must take the