To say that it’s a tough business environment right now is an understatement. While many of us are trying to put food on the table, others simply have no income. Adaptability is key and we have to rethink how we operate our personal as well as business finances. New circumstances are creating a new normal…
The mind is an amazing thing. We can bury a memory deep inside our folds of grey matter and then one day, something comes along that makes it pop out as if it took place yesterday. I recently had one of these experiences, reading about a young lady whose fiancée had given her a ring…
Ever walked into a supermarket intending to buy only a few items, and ended up walking out with bags and bags of goodies, and a good few hundred Rand poorer? Granted, we have to eat, and for that to happen, we have to shop, but is there a way to shop smarter? Here are some…
Januworry is over and we can get onto a more even footing with our bank account again! The new year started less than a month ago. While I am not a great believer in New Year’s resolutions, I do know that each new year allows us to reflect and make some real changes that will allow us…
You may be one of the lucky ones who receive a bonus this time of year. It’s a great feeling to be flush with money! Many of us mentally prepare for this time throughout the year, or shelve expenses for year end, when we know that there will be some extra cash. We start planning…
That’s the burning question many pensioners have in the back of their minds. With increased longevity many face the prospect of running out of money before they run out of life. If one considers a retirement age of 65 and a life expectancy of somewhere around 90 (it differs slightly for men vs women, but…
Breast cancer. Two scary words in any language. It affects so many of us, and we are powerless against becoming a statistic. We do know, though, that early detection saves lives. And whilst we are bombarded with information every October around our girls – how to examine them, when and where to go for medical…
Marriage is supposed to be forever. But with pressures of life, lack of communication, or infidelity, many people who eagerly said “I do”, end up saying “I don’t anymore” when the marriage ends up in the divorce court. The consequences are often devastating, both from an emotional and financial perspective. Where there are children involved, issues of…