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Here are some of our latest insights and commentary relating to the debt industry. We care about how the current economic climate, finance policies and trending behaviours impact consumers and their personal finances.

 

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How Does The New Two-Pot Retirement System Work?

South Africa’s retirement landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of the two-pot...
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Get Rid Of Expensive Debt, Once And For All.

In a slow and stagnant economy, South African consumers cannot seem to catch a break...
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Do Debt Repayment Programs Actually Work?

Minimal salary increases, rising unemployment and increasing living expenses are putting added pressure on South...
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Debt Counselling vs Debt Mediation – What Are The Differences?

With over 50% of credit-active South Africans being behind on one or more debt repayments...
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Interest Rates In SA Likely To Hike. What Does This Mean For You?

The repurchase rate (repo rate) was reduced numerous times by the South African Reserve Bank...
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Consumer Debt Hits R1.9 Trillion, With An Increase In First Time Defaulters.

According to Experian South Africa’s Consumer Default Index (CDI), the rate of first-time consumers defaulting...
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Time To Set Financial Goals For The Rest Of 2021

The second leg of the year is upon us. What are your financial goals? With...
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