Spring cleaning is simultaneously exhilarating and exhausting. The process of clearing out old ājunkā is reinvigorating and mind-easing, however it also feels like a drag. And many people feel the same about their finances, but organizing and simplifying your financial situation can help set yourself up for financial success. Here are some tips to help […]
Category Archives: Tips
Seriously, don’t throw your money away – Part 2
I have read countless money saving blogs and most of the advice sounds somewhat obvious, but I find that I still need reminding; and every now and then Iāll come across a fresh tip that really makes a difference. We all slip up every now and then, so hereās my reminder to you. Here are […]
Don’t throw your money away – Part 1
Itās relatively easy for your monthly budget to spring some leaks that are easily overlooked. You may not view it as throwing away money, but that isnāt the correct mindset to have if you plan on saving. As the famous Benjamin Franklin saying goes, āA penny saved is a penny earnedā. An extra R50 in […]
Yoga for your financial plan
Whether or not yoga is your thing, you’re probably familiar with it. The practice of yoga has become popular enough that most people know what it is, but I bet you didnāt ever associate it with financial planning. Here are some core principles of yoga that relate to a disciplined financial plan: Balance Is central […]
Good habits to help you out of bad debt
You need to earn a lot to be well-off, right? Not so. Wealth is as much about controlling debt and spending as it is about income. If you earn a moderate salary and are free of short-term debt then youāre probably in a better financial position than someone who earns more, but spends it all […]
The power of positivity and a good plan
Have you ever told yourself, āWhen I have more money, Iāll be happierā? How about, āIāll never be able to pay off this debtā? These sort of toxic money thoughts are holding you back from financial success – and happiness! A good financial plan needs to be attainable and measurable, those expressions are neither. The […]
Two things to remember when selling your house
It is hard to predict what the housing market will do with accuracy due to all of the economic and political factors affecting it. You might end up waiting months or years for something to change, and even then it may not be in your favour. However, when selling (or buying) a home one should […]
Watch out for online scams
The internet is rife with scam artists and most people are aware of this, but that just drives the fraudsters to get more creative with their deceptions. FNB recently issued a warning to clients about an email-based scam doing the rounds that tricks people into giving up their banking information. And theyāre not the only […]
Soupās Up!
Winter is the perfect time for soups, they are jam-packed with vitamins to help you fight against the flu, the ingredients are basic, itās affordable (you can use cheaper cuts of meat – for example), you can keep it for ages if frozen andā¦ itās warm! Warm, hearty foods on a cold day both comfort […]
Father’s Day Ideas
Fathers can be difficult to shop for, if they were easy to shop for then maybe they wouldnāt have so many ties. Now you might be thinking that this is another article telling you how to skimp on a present – it isnāt. Instead, I want you to think about how you can add value […]