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Expert Articles to Help You Understand Your Finances

Debt Sage’s experts regularly write on topics like debt and credit tips, unpacking new financial products, the latest news that could affect your finances, and other personal finance advice. Our articles are free to read and share.

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Financial Literacy for the Youth

Financial Literacy for the Youth

The Youth Day commemoration in South Africa honours the bravery and sacrifices of the generation of 1976, in its struggle against an unjust and illegitimate regime. Today’s youth are facing their own struggle: that of rampant youth unemployment.

16 June 2023 | 3 min read
How to Spot Reckless Lending?

How to Spot Reckless Lending?

A credit agreement is reckless if the creditor fails to assess the client's finances or if the risks aren't explained to the consumer. Debt Sage can help.

3 May 2023 | 4 min read
10 Ways to Get Out of Debt

10 Ways to Get Out of Debt

As you are focused on paying off your debt, you've probably had a few moments you felt like you are not making any progress. You probably have felt that there is nothing more you can do to start saving for emergencies while paying off your debt.

14 April 2023 | 3 min read
Outfox the Debt Collector's Hounds

Outfox the Debt Collector's Hounds

Being pursued by debt collectors can be scary and overwhelming. Understand your rights as a consumer and the rules collection agencies have to adhere to.

12 April 2023 | 2 min read
Debt Solutions in South Africa

Debt Solutions in South Africa

South Africa has a number of debt solutions in place to assist over-indebted consumers. This includes debt review, administration, and sequestration.

3 March 2023 | 2 min read
Couples and Money

Couples and Money

Money tops the list of the reasons why couples fight or divorce. Not being aligned on priorities and not having established common goals is dangerous.

14 February 2023 | 2 min read
National Debt Counsellors for Debt Review Applications

National Debt Counsellors for Debt Review Applications

Debt Sage boasts of highly trained and educated, National Credit Regulator (NCR) registered, national debt counsellors.

19 January 2023 | 2 min read
Dealing with January Financial Blues

Dealing with January Financial Blues

The festive season is done and dusted, New Year's Eve has come and gone, and January is here. For many, this is when the financial blues start.

2 January 2023 | 4 min read
Does Debt Review Affect Your Employment Opportunities?

Does Debt Review Affect Your Employment Opportunities?

Many clients considering debt review express concerns about its potential impact on their job prospects. It's essential to thoroughly understand the implications of enrolling in debt review services before making a commitment.

15 December 2022 | 3 min read
Dealing with Your Finances This Festive Season

Dealing with Your Finances This Festive Season

As the saying goes, “The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is a slave to the lender.” Don’t let yourself be enslaved by debt. If you don’t have the money, you can’t afford to spend it.

1 December 2022 | 4 min read
Debt Consolidation Loans for People Under Debt Review

Debt Consolidation Loans for People Under Debt Review

The National Credit Act (NCA) introduced debt counselling as a formal debt relief measure whereby a debt counsellor determines whether a consumer is or unable to satisfy, in a timely manner, all the obligations under all the credit agreements to which the consumer is a party.

21 October 2022 | 5 min read
The Role of NCR Debt Counsellors in Managing Debt

The Role of NCR Debt Counsellors in Managing Debt

A Debt Counsellor is defined in terms of the National Credit Act regulations as a natural person who is registered by the National Credit Regulator (NCR) in terms of section 44 of the Act, offering a service of debt counselling.

15 September 2022 | 4 min read