Can you deal with an unexpected car maintenance bill of R5,000? Possibly on the credit card but what about cash? Let's look at how to save for emergencies. #MoneyMonday – short to-the-point money thought every Monday to give you motivation,…
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Personal Finance books to read
I don't really read as much as I should, but here are some personal finance books I'd like to read. Why, you may ask. Surely I know it all? LOL - if only. We can always learn something. #MoneyMonday –…
Is pet insurance worth it?
Being a pet owner I'm often wondering whether pet insurance is worth it. There's certainly a great case to be made for it, but it's also an extra expense and as with human medical aid, there are always exclusions, limits…
Know your budgeting weakness
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!
Heritage Day in South Africa
Today is Heritage Day in South Africa. This is a celebration of our heritage, diverse cultures, traditions, language and generally a time to remember where we came from. I thought we should spend a little time today thinking about what…
Check your bank statement
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…
Must you still submit tax return?
Many of us dread completing our tax returns. Not only does it seem like complicated admin, we're also afraid that we'll owe SARS money that we don't necessarily have. It is however easier than you think, and you can plan…
Review your insurance
When last did you review your insurance to make sure that you are adequately insured and still paying a fair price? I know it's a pain but it's worth doing on an annual basis, or possibly every second year if…