5 min read Do you ever feel like you could do with a bit more money at the end of the month? Us too. You’re not alone. Across the country, many South Africans are turning to second jobs for additional income. We live in the age of the side hustle....
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Understanding Debt
5 min read Debt. It’s the ultimate buzzkill. We all wish we had the right kind of stacks we could brag about to family and friends… sadly the only stacks many of us have are that stack of monthly debt repayments piling up. But debt can be more...
How to Get a Sparkling Credit Score
5 min read Living without debt is great - who actually wants to take on debt? A lot of people, it turns out. While we generally do our best to avoid debt (which is the right thing to do) we actually need to take on a bit of debt to achieve...
Insurance – Do I Actually Need It?
5 min read Can you put a price on peace of mind? Risk. We dabble in it every day without realising it. Every time you leave your house, get in your car, catch a flight, chew on peanuts, you’re taking a risk. It’s an unavoidable part of life for all...
You hold the power when you know your credit score.
3 min read Knowing your credit score puts you in charge. Why? Your credit score is helluva handy. It lets potential credit providers gauge how great you are at paying back your debts – which gives you a little bargaining power when negotiating...
Why do I have a high number of inquiries on my credit report?
2 min read An inquiry, or a credit check, is when someone looks up your borrowing history. This happens whenever you apply for a new line of credit (you know, ask to borrow some cash). Inquiries aren’t the best for your credit score. Why does an...
3 ways to improve your credit utilisation.
2 min read An inquiry, or a credit check, is when someone looks up your borrowing history. This happens whenever you apply for a new line of credit (you know, ask to borrow some cash). Inquiries aren’t the best for your credit score. Now, it’s math...