Start building your financial reputation from the first pay day

There’s a lot to think about when you start your first job, from performing well in an environment that’s new and unfamiliar to the complexities of the work you’re assigned. Unsurprisingly, your credit score may be the last thing on your mind. By the time your pay cheque lands in your bank account, you’re probably more concerned…

BySpice4Life NewsFebruary 12, 20240Comments

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A bride’s guide to budgeting a wedding

Getting married in South Africa can be expensive. Accurate numbers are hard to come by, but planners suggest weddings can range from R70 000 to R80 000 for between 80 and 100 guests, which can escalate to R200 000. Today many couples need or want to carry or contribute to the costs. There are many reasons: historical customs are…

BySpice4Life NewsSeptember 21, 20230Comments

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Making the money lessons you teach your children count

Most of us get our formative attitudes about money from our parents and these will generally shape our outlook for the rest of our lives. So, what are the financial fundamentals you should be passing on to your children and when? A University of Cambridge study, commissioned by the UK’s money advice service found that by…

BySpice4Life NewsMarch 29, 20230Comments

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START BUILDING YOUR FINANCIAL REPUTATION FROM THE FIRST PAY DAY

There’s a lot to think about when you start your first job, from performing well in an environment that’s new and unfamiliar to the complexities of the work you’re assigned. Unsurprisingly, your credit score may be the last thing on your mind. By the time your pay cheque lands in your bank account, you’re probably…

BySpice4Life NewsFebruary 7, 20220Comments

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REJUVENATE YOUR HOME THIS SPRING AND IMPROVE ITS VALUE

Spring is the season of renewal and rejuvenation and an ideal time to set up your home for summer. An added benefit is some simple upgrades could improve the value of your property. “Estate agents generally agree that there’s a ceiling on prices in most neighbourhoods, so massive renovations don’t always deliver a good return…

BySpice4Life NewsSeptember 16, 20210Comments

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LIBERATE YOUR FINANCES THIS WOMEN’S MONTH

Every woman has to ensure that she secures her future by taking control of her finances. Relying on someone else can leave you vulnerable if they are no longer able or willing to help. At worst it could mean someone making decisions – unintentionally or otherwise – that are not in your interests and that…

BySpice4Life NewsAugust 4, 20210Comments

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SHAPING YOUR CHILDREN’S ATTITUDE TO MONEY

Most parents will agree that teaching children about money is important, but what and how should you be teaching them and at what age? It’s an inherent part of parenting. Most children’s attitudes to money are shaped by their parents, whether you pro-actively pass on information or they just copy what you do. It’s also…

BySpice4Life NewsMarch 18, 20210Comments

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TACTICS FOR TACKLING DEBT

Avalanching, snowballing or consolidating – choose what works for you Which is best? Avalanching, snowballing or consolidating? It depends - but is worth thinking about because your choice could affect your financial future. Nozizwe Fakude, head of consumer insights at financial services provider, DirectAxis, says the terms don’t describe inexpert skiers but rather strategies for…

BySpice4Life NewsOctober 8, 20200Comments

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IF WORKING FROM HOME IS YOUR NEW NORMAL BE SURE IT WORKS FOR YOU

With the lockdown regulations eased some people are heading back to work, but those who can work from home may be in no hurry to get to the office. It remains to be seen the extent to which the Covid-19 crisis will change what was once considered normal, but people who have adapted to getting…

BySpice4Life NewsJune 29, 20200Comments

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Start building your financial reputation from the first pay day

A bride’s guide to budgeting a wedding

Making the money lessons you teach your children count

START BUILDING YOUR FINANCIAL REPUTATION FROM THE FIRST PAY DAY

REJUVENATE YOUR HOME THIS SPRING AND IMPROVE ITS VALUE

LIBERATE YOUR FINANCES THIS WOMEN’S MONTH

SHAPING YOUR CHILDREN’S ATTITUDE TO MONEY

TACTICS FOR TACKLING DEBT

IF WORKING FROM HOME IS YOUR NEW NORMAL BE SURE IT WORKS FOR YOU

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