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Expert financial guide to borrowing

Discover expert financial advice, useful tips, and effective how-to's for getting online loans, quick cash, payday loans, and more, when living in South Africa.

Through our blog, we aim to demystify the intricacies of credit scoring, explore various loan options, and provide valuable insights into building and maintaining a healthy financial profile. From understanding the difference between secured and unsecured loans to decoding credit terms and conditions, we've got you covered.

Our team of financial experts and industry professionals will share their knowledge and expertise to help you make informed decisions that align with your financial goals. Whether you're considering applying for a home loan, exploring personal loan options, or seeking guidance on debt management strategies, our blog is your go-to destination for reliable information and actionable insights.


When should you consider debt consolidation?

When should you consider debt consolidation?

Can you relate to the following?

You’ve maxed out your overdraft/credit cards
You are falling behind on more than one debt repayment
You are barely getting by with little to no monthly living expenses, after paying your debt obligations
You have no ...
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The five golden rules for debt consolidation

The five golden rules for debt consolid...

For debt consolidation to work effectively, you have to have a clear plan of att...
Pros & Cons of Debt Consolidation

Pros & Cons of Debt Consolidation

It’s important to be aware of the pros and cons before you take on new debt.

De...
Improve your Finances with Debt Consolidation

Improve your Finances with Debt Consoli...

Are you struggling to pay your debt?Lowering the amount you pay towards debt is ...
4 ways a Debt consolidation loan can help you

4 ways a Debt consolidation loan can he...

A Debt consolidation loan is a powerful tool if you know how to use it.

Paving ...
Beat the unemployment struggle and use these helpful tips to snatch up a good job

Beat the unemployment struggle and use ...

Whether you’re fresh out of school, have just completed your tertiary studies, o...
The Duplum Rule – The Duplam what?

The Duplum Rule – The Duplam what?

Did someone mention dumplings? Not quite, but if you’re someone who gets a thril...
Juggling’s for clowns, and debt isn’t funny

Juggling’s for clowns, and debt isn’t f...

In today’s world, financial freedom seems impossible but it isn't so. Each and e...
Applying for a business loan? Easy steps on how to get started!

Applying for a business loan? Easy step...

If you're considering applying for a business loan in South Africa, these 9 step...
At the fork of debt & equity finance, which path should you choose?

At the fork of debt & equity finance, w...

It’s virtually impossible to avoid injecting at least some capital into a busine...
Is money tight? Perhaps it's time to start earning extra cash!

Is money tight? Perhaps it's time to st...

We might be getting by okay on our salary, but are we able to afford a lovely ho...
In today’s economy, is it a good idea to fix your home loan rate?

In today’s economy, is it a good idea t...

While the question might be a straightforward one, the answer is a tad more comp...
The dangers of building up a credit record

The dangers of building up a credit rec...

We’ve all struggled with the notion of registering for credit in order to prove ...
SMS loan spam & SMS loan scams

SMS loan spam & SMS loan scams

Are you one of those who gets annoying spam all day, every day from companies ov...
Historical property debt – is this a concern for new owners?

Historical property debt – is this a co...

Picture yourself becoming the new owner of your lovely new home, only to find ou...
Liquidation in SA – 5 Important factors to consider

Liquidation in SA – 5 Important factors...

Let’s get one thing straight, being in the process of liquidation is a position ...
The Do’s & Don’ts when applying for a Business loan

The Do’s & Don’ts when applying for a B...

You’ve been working a full-time job for 5 years now and the only real person ben...
Peer-to-Peer Lending in SA

Peer-to-Peer Lending in SA

What is Peer to Peer lending or “P2P”?

P2P lending is an alternative option bas...
Foreigners seeking loans in South Africa

Foreigners seeking loans in South Afric...

Not from South Africa? Don’t fret, where there’s a will, there’s a way, and if y...
Beware the teeth of Loan sharks in South Africa

Beware the teeth of Loan sharks in Sout...

As we’re all well aware (and if not – listen up), loan sharks are not legal lend...
Choose the right loan for you

Choose the right loan for you

All the groundwork is done and you’re finally ready to get going, so you apply f...
Do I even qualify for a loan?

Do I even qualify for a loan?

You have all these great ideas, plans and figures going through your mind…

You’...
3 Ways you can rescue your struggling business

3 Ways you can rescue your struggling b...

Not everyone is cut out to run their own business, most people will go on to wor...
Am I lowering my credit score with all my loan applications

Am I lowering my credit score with all ...

These days with debt collectors hot on the heels of bad payers, blacklisted indi...
Loans for Government Employees

Loans for Government Employees

We all know that getting a loan can sometimes be very difficult; some might even...
How Does Debt Counselling Work?

How Does Debt Counselling Work?

We have all heard the term debt counselling before and some of us have either ma...
Islamic Banking in South Africa

Islamic Banking in South Africa

Islamic banking can be described as a banking system that is based on the princi...
Revolving loans in South Africa

Revolving loans in South Africa

Often times when people are in a difficult financial situation, they are turning...
3 Essential Safety Tips when Banking

3 Essential Safety Tips when Banking

In this article, we will be taking a closer look at some safety tips you can mak...
How to Consolidate ALL your Debt into a Single Low-interest Monthly Instalment

How to Consolidate ALL your Debt into a...

First of all, let’s take a look at what exactly it means when you consolidate yo...
9 Ways to Effectively Manage your Money

9 Ways to Effectively Manage your Money

When it comes to money, we more than often read or hear the words financial tips...
10 Tips to Secure your Business Loan

10 Tips to Secure your Business Loan

It’s no secret that cash is king when running a small business.

More so when st...
8 Things that will Help you Get Out of Debt

8 Things that will Help you Get Out of ...

Most of us dream of living a debt-free life, and even though we know how very im...
6 Ways to Help Clear your Bad Credit Record

6 Ways to Help Clear your Bad Credit Re...

Living in a world where things just becomes more expensive every day, sometimes ...
8 Ways to Climb Out of Debt

8 Ways to Climb Out of Debt

Most people understand the importance of being debt-free yet so few of them actu...
Found a Loan? Avoid these mistakes

Found a Loan? Avoid these mistakes

Sometimes, not borrowing is better than borrowing, but there are times when you ...
Christmas Budgeting: Set yourself a budget & stick to it.

Christmas Budgeting: Set yourself a bud...

With everyone tightening their purse strings (and considering pawning the purse)...
Money from Medallions

Money from Medallions

At the end of 2013, with ubiquitous strikes, service protests and political scan...
Inflation in South Africa

Inflation in South Africa

The news is filled with terms like inflation, interest rates and debt relief, my...
Addressing the Balloon in the Room

Addressing the Balloon in the Room

With the South African middle class rapidly expanding, banks and loan companies ...
Ways to Repay Your Debt Early

Ways to Repay Your Debt Early

When you pay your debt off earlier than the set term, you will be able to save c...
What is a Credit Line?

What is a Credit Line?

There are different types of credit products available in the market. In additio...
First time Home Loan Applicant in South Africa

First time Home Loan Applicant in South...

As stability returns to the South African economy, banks have lowered their home...
Effective Use of Programs for Debt Consolidation

Effective Use of Programs for Debt Cons...

There are many consumers who are interested in debt consolidation programs, but ...
How to Get a Loan in South Africa

How to Get a Loan in South Africa

You are not supposed to be an expert in finance in order to obtain a loan.

Stil...