Blog - Debt Consolidation
Why You Should Start Saving for the Christmas Season Now
Noel is around the corner. Yes, it is a few months away, but with the way time seems to be moving, it will be here before we know it. The festive season is often regarded as the silly season, and it is easy to understand why. Many families spend exorbitant amounts of money on gifts,…
Read More Spring into the New Season with These Money Saving Ideas
Spring is a wonderful season! The days are slowly but surely getting longer, and warmer. Spring often means preparing for the summer ahead. It represents a return to new rhythms and patterns. Many do a huge spring-clean in their homes, sweeping out the dregs of winter and inviting the warmth and cleanliness in. The same…
Read More How Debt Counselling Can Help You
First introduced by the National Credit Act in 2007, debt review is an opportunity for guidance and assistance for over-indebted consumers. Debt review has assisted thousands of lives for the better, where debt stressed households have been saved from financial ruin. Debt counselling or debt review as it is also known, can assist you by…
Read More How to Save Money this Winter
Winter is definitely here, where our night-time temperatures drop to below freezing. While winter often evokes happy thoughts of hot chocolate and delicious stews, it also makes one worry about the higher cost of living typically associated with the chilly season. Here are a few tips to consider for saving money this winter. Don’t feed…
Read More The ABC'S Of Debt Review
Debt review is a process that is designed to help put people back on track when they are struggling financially. Expenses seem to just add up until, before you know it, there are outstanding bills and you’re now in debt. If you are struggling with keeping on top of your monthly debt repayments, debt review…
Read More How To Look For A New Home While Under Debt Review
Are you worried about your rental or property options while you are under debt review? Debt review can help lessen the burden of debt repayment, but it can sometimes feel restricting when you want to pursue other financial prospects. It is true that while you are under debt review, you should aim to avoid taking…
Read More Worried About Making Ends Meet? Consult A Professional About Debt Counselling
It was recently reported that as many as half of South Africans with credit accounts find themselves in arrears. If you are struggling to meet your monthly obligations, perhaps you should consider debt counselling. Debt counselling is also known as debt review. It is a process designed to help over-indebted South Africans regain control of…
Read More Don't Spend Extra To Be Warmer This Winter
For many of us, the word winter conjures images of fireside gatherings with mugs of hot chocolate. For others, it brings a feeling of dread, knowing that heating and food bills are likely to be higher than in the summer months. Hearty meals like soups and stews are typical, as well as hauling out the…
Read More Change The Way You Tackle Debt With Our 10 Step Plan
In the west (or at least in the movies), filing for bankruptcy solves everything. None of your creditors can come after you. But being bankrupt can haunt you even after you recover. Many banks, credit card companies, and even employers might be unwilling to work with you. Plus, if your creditor has sold your debt,…
Read More Don't Let Your Sweet Tooth Wreck Your Budget This Easter
Chocolate lovers live for Easter and all the goodies it brings. But between the road trips, family get-togethers, and other festivities, you could end up denting your pocket. Plus, if you’re already in debt, you probably don’t have the funds to celebrate anyway. You might find yourself waiting a few days so you can grab…
Read More Debt Counselling: What To Expect
If you are over indebted and feeling overwhelmed, you’ll be pleased to know there is help at hand. You can make an appointment with a Debt Counsellor who will guide you through the process of debt counselling. This is a legal process where you will be declared over indebted and where your debt counsellor will…
Read More Quick Saving Tips For When Money Is Tight
In today’s increasingly busy world, it often seems that there is never enough money to buy what you really need and want. You may have noticed that the price of yoghurt or croissants has risen, leaving you wondering about the pair of shoes that you really would like, but don’t really need. Saving money is…
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