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Financial Planning / 14-10-24 / Tommy Jackson

Getting your personal finances visa-ready

“You don’t want to jeopardise the experience of a lifetime by having your visa rejected or delayed before departure, simply because you’ve supplied an outdated photograph or forgotten to have a document stamped,” cautions Sarah Nicholson, operations…

Financial Planning / 09-10-24 / Shelly Nxumalo

Master your money this Financial Planning Week

'Financial Planning provides a roadmap for achieving what’s important to you and ensures long-term financial stability. Sound financial planning helps you understand your current financial situation, set realistic future goals, and develop a…

Financial Planning / 02-10-24 / Daniel Nkosi

The true impact of a divorce on your Will and Estate

“From an Estate planning perspective, a Will should be treated as a living document and updated regularly and updated regularly to reflect changes for circumstances such as the above. Many people believe that a divorce automatically revokes…

Financial Planning / 19-09-24 / Graham Mcpherson

Graham Mcpherson | Make your will easy to carry out with a comprehensive estate plan

"One of the main advantages of - a good estate plan is that it helps you to set up your assets correctly while you're still alive. This includes choosing the best form of ownership of those assets - by yourself, jointly with others, or in trusts,"…

Financial Planning / 18-09-24 / Sisanda Ndlovu

Rising Student Loan Demand: what SA parents should consider

"We understand that finding a surety or qualifying for a loan on your own can be challenging. To address this, we offer eligible students loans that do not require surety for certain courses at our partner institutions nationwide,” says Tshiamo…

Financial Planning / 17-09-24 / Daniel Nkosi

High interest rates drive businesses to risky tier-two lenders

“Businesses in urgent need of capital may find themselves waiting weeks or even months for a decision. In contrast, tier-two or unregulated lenders promise faster access to funds with minimal paperwork, appealing to businesses desperate for…

Financial Planning / 17-09-24 / Sisanda Ndlovu

How to establish and build up a good credit score

“Get started with a very manageable, interest-free small credit facility that you can easily afford, and instead of paying cash, purchase something using this facility. A cell phone contract or retail store account are good options. Make sure…

Financial Planning / 31-07-24 / Chris Smit

Five pro tips to becoming more financially fit by Savings Month 2025

Ester Ochse, Product Head at FNB Integrated Advice, shares some simple yet effective insider tips when saving for short or long-term financial goals.

Financial Planning / 12-06-24 / Shelly Nxumalo

Understand loan scams and how to avoid them

“We understand the growing concerns surrounding borrowing money online as some consumers have fallen prey to loan sharks offering seemingly attractive loans with hidden, exorbitant fees and interest rates. It’s crucial for consumers to recognise…

Financial Planning / 28-05-24 / Daniel Nkosi

Financial Well-being: Key to better mental health

"Research has shown that financial stability is closely linked to mental well-being. When individuals have control over their finances and feel secure about their future, they experience lower levels of stress and anxiety," says Lerato Thwane,…

Financial Planning / 19-04-24 / Tau kaVodloza

Latest Inflation Drop: a welcome breather amid dwindling economy

“When inflation rates are high, consumers tend to cut back on spending, delay investments, and struggle more with debt as their money buys less. Conversely, when inflation cools, as it has recently in South Africa, the immediate effect can be…

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