The short answer… no. In fact, checking your score regularly is a good habit to get into. Cybercrime is at an all time high, and Cybersecurity researchers nationwide say they have seen an increase in data being stolen from users and an increase of breaches within the video conferencing platforms during lockdown (thank you Covid-19). It […]
Does marriage affect your credit rating?
I had a casual chat with a friend recently, and she mentioned that before her and hubby got married they had an open conversation about their finances. In fact, this was well before he even proposed. They agreed that, should they decide to get married in the near future – they would be transparent about […]
5 Money Lessons To Teach Your Kids
I have a total of 5 nieces and nephews (combined), they are all over the age of 6 years. And as a doting aunt – I find myself handing out the occasional R5 or R10 here and there. I am also a mother to a 3 year old; who has many, many questions for me nowadays – […]
PENSION FUNDS AND DIVORCE
In my line of work and through my studies, I get exposed to so many different dynamics around Family Law; which really stimulate my brain. I am therefore always quite keen to share such information with my peers – in particular, the females in my circle. _________________________________________________________________________ If you and your spouse are married in community […]
5 MYTHS ABOUT WILLS
Everyone of working age should have a Will. But many of us shy away from it, using a bunch of excuses. In reality, it’s the thought of death that puts most of us off taking this incredibly important financial step. MYTH 1 – I DON’T NEED A WILL, I’M STILL YOUNG This is one of […]