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Gordhan takes steps to improve debt management
The OECD and South Africa are getting tough on public debt and cash management in Africa by setting up a centre to reduce the cost of managing debt.
DEBT
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How to tell if you are facing a financial crisis
If you recognise any of these signs in your own life, it’s time to face the truth that your financial security and future well-being are at risk.
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A gloomy year for consumers? Quite possibly
There are two strategies to help you cope this year: reduce debt that isn’t productive and keep your nose to the grindstone at work.
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Yes, you can be debt-free and save
<i>Eunice Sibiya</i>, head of FNB’s consumer education programme, explains how you can plan your way out of debt.
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Tying the knot? Be financially savvy
Don’t take on debt just to pay for a lavish celebration — and consider how to protect joint assets.
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Struggling with debt
What to do if your debt review is terminated.
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Consumers are struggling to get out of debt
More consumers are in arrears, but there aren’t as many impaired accounts. What does that mean? Read on.
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Save your way out of debt
Starting to save when you’re in debt can get you out of the debt trap and boost your self-esteem. Here’s how.
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New debt relief measures will help consumers
Concessions should reduce the number of debt review cases in the courts and encourage credit providers not to terminate these reviews.
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We’re a long way from financial security
Bad financial planning, overspending and not enough savings are to blame for South Africans’ financial vulnerability.
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‘Sinking into debt? Act now!’
A timely pamphlet on debt targets credit customers.
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In debt? Help is at hand
A national consumer awareness campaign shows consumers how to negotiate with their credit providers.
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Banks agree on debt review termination reprieve
If you are under debt review and qualify for a reprieve, there’s a chance you may not lose your home.
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The power of gratitude
Why being grateful for what you already have is an important first step to creating wealth.
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Consumer credit performance improves
Consumers need to do more to service debt — nearly half of all credit-active consumers are still indebted.
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Fifteen ways to avoid Christmas debt
Some of us go overboard with spending at this time of year — and it could have dire consequences.
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Five tips on budgeting to avoid debt
If you’re spending more than 40% to 50% of your budget on repaying debt, you’re already in trouble.
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Where does your money disappear to?
Despite our best intentions, we sometimes find we haven’t considered absolutely everything when we draw up a monthly budget or spending plan.
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Settling unpaid debts
If your debt has been handed to a debt collection agency, knowing your rights can save you money.
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Furniture debt
The best way to pay off your debt at a furniture store.
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South Africans plunging deeper into debt
Over 11 million consumers are struggling with their debt repayments.
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Please give us a tax rebate, we will use it wisely
Taxpayers will use their rebates more wisely than government.
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Campaign launched to assist debt-ridden South Africans
Nearly half of credit-active South Africans are in financial trouble. They can now call a single number to get advice on how to manage their debt.
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Women, fashion and debt
If you’re a die-hard shopaholic, you’re not alone — four million British women say that over 50% of their debts are due to fashion purchases.
Lean, mean season for small fry
Bad debt, liquidation rise as small business continues to suffer from the recession.
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Giving credit where it is due
One cannot overestimate the national importance of a proper debt-review process and the role that the regulator has played in bringing this about.
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Facing the debt crisis
More than eight million in SA are struggling to clear debts, which is why the success of the National Debt Review Committee is a national imperative.
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Lying about your debt is bad for your health
There is such a negative stigma around debt that consumers try to pretend it is not there, writes Luke Hirst, MD of Debt experts Debtbusters .
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Debt: Until death do us part
Consumers who want to pay off their debts are finding it nearly impossible to clear their names, writes Maya Fisher-French.
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Summer of discontent
Soaring debt could mean serious discomfort for South Africa’s economy, writes Lynley Donnelly.
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Civil summonses issued for debt increase 16,1%
Civil summonses issued for debt have increased, Statistics South Africa said on Thursday.
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Lenders perpetuate debt trap
Despite the National Credit Act, consumers are still allowed huge amounts of credit, writes Maya Fisher-French.
