Many school and varsity leavers started their first jobs this month. Some lucky buggers like my son, Philip, began their jobs with a full month of study leave. Philip writes board on Thursday and leaves for the Big Smoke on Saturday to start actual work in Johannesburg on Monday. As a good little accountant we assume that he has his financial future all mapped out, so for the rest of the young adult world the money tips contained herein should stand you in good stead. Good financial habits … [Read more...] about Money tips for young adults
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Five Tips to saving this festive season
Although the holiday and festive season is still a few months away, shopping centres are already starting to promote festive season spending. It is time to start planning for the silly season. Without a holiday spending game-plan you can quickly find yourself in trouble. "Even though you might be relaxed during the holiday season, there is no worse time to let budgeting go out of the window. Knowing exactly what you are buying and for who or why, should always be the first step in holiday … [Read more...] about Five Tips to saving this festive season
5 Tips on saving for your child’s education
As the end of the academic year approaches here in Port Elizabeth, saving for your child's education may already be on your mind for next year. Perhaps you are wondering how you will pay school fees next year or whether you can afford to send him or her to university one day. According to a report published by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, South Africa has the worst unemployment rate among young people aged 15 to 24. Without a tertiary education, the chances … [Read more...] about 5 Tips on saving for your child’s education
Municipal electricity saving tips to help prevent load-shedding
With winter upon us, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to appeal to all residents of Nelson Mandela Bay for their cooperation in reducing demand on our electricity supply. This will help prevent power outages and load shedding and also assist the Municipality in its vital task of supporting Eskom in its drive to implement energy efficient demand side management. By consuming power sparingly, especially in severe weather conditions, such as extreme cold, the public can help ensure … [Read more...] about Municipal electricity saving tips to help prevent load-shedding
