When times are tough and your budget is being stretched, it's tempting to skip a monthly payment here or there. But, did you know that missing payments, paying late, or having even minor arrears on a card or account, could negatively impact your credit score and affect your chances of buying big-ticket items like a…
Nearly everyone looks forward to at least some of the elements of the end of each year. Usually the December season equals sunny days, more time with friends and family over the holidays and for some a 13th cheque or end of year bonus.
While festivities run high, many find themselves utilising the added income…
The sun's out and the days are longer, making summer the ideal time to get cracking on DIY projects that will add value to your home. "Even small changes can go a long way to not only increasing the value of your home; they could also save you money in the long run," says Carl…
Debt is rarely a good thing, but when it comes to applying for a bond, a bit of well-managed credit could count in your favour.
"There are several things you can do to improve your chances of bond approval," says Carl Coetzee, CEO of BetterBond. "Having some form of credit is one way of proving…
Even with the recent interest rate hikes, there is still a lot of movement in the housing market. As workers around the country settle into hybrid work situations, many are looking for more space to accommodate a work-from-home lifestyle. There is also a lot of semigration happening in South Africa at the moment, with property…
Anyone who has experienced the wrath of a South African storm will understand why the Level 4 warnings for the weekend ahead are to be taken seriously.
Hindsight is 20-20, right? It's only in the aftermath of a disaster that we realise what we should have done to be better prepared. Severe storms can seriously…