by CreditSmart Author | Jan 10, 2025 | Articles, CreditSmart Essential Reading
“As the calendar flips to 2025, it’s time to rethink how you handle your money. Let’s focus on simplicity, clarity, and some go-to steps to achieve financial health and peace of mind this year. Small, consistent actions can help build a strong foundation for long-term...
by CreditSmart Author | Nov 25, 2024 | CreditSmart Essential Reading
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year”, as the festive jingle goes, painting a joyous picture of celebrations and togetherness. However, the end of the year also brings silly spending temptations. From BIG ‘sales’ to ‘buy now, pay later’ offers, it’s all too easy...
by CreditSmart Author | Oct 7, 2024 | Articles, CreditSmart Essential Reading
#CreditOpportunities #FinancialJourney Imagine being turned down for your first home or car simply because you’ve always paid in cash. Sounds unfair, right? Welcome to the world of credit scores, where your credit history and rating can play a key role to make or...
by CreditSmart Author | Aug 19, 2024 | Essential Reading
Women’s Month 2024 “This Women’s Month, I want to encourage my fellow South African ladies to make their finances count. While we may not be able to control external economic factors or financial disruptions, how we proactively prepare for and handle unexpected...
by CreditSmart Author | Jul 12, 2024 | Essential Reading
“In a world where misinformation spreads like wildfire, it’s essential to separate fact from fiction, especially when it comes to financial solutions. Debt review, or debt counselling, is a lifeline for many South Africans struggling with debt. However, numerous myths...
by Wikus Olivier | Jun 24, 2024 | Essential Reading
What feelings or emotions do you experience when you think about money? Does money evoke a sense of security, freedom, or perhaps anxiety and stress? It sure holds immense power in our lives, impacting our choices, decisions, and even our sense of...
