Tag: BONA Money

Planning for a baby

Are you financially prepared for a being a mom? Samke Mhlongo provides steps that you need to take towards planning for a baby. Pictures: XX Every time my daughter’s birthday comes around, I can’t help but think back to that sunny Cape Town afternoon when I found out I was pregnant. With both hands on his […]

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How to talk to teenagers about money

Is it time to talk to your teenager about money? Samke Mhlongo shares the importance of teaching them about money management so that they can form healthy relationships with it. Pictures: Supplied How many times have you taken the money lessons that you have learnt and taught them to your children? In previous articles, we […]

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Understanding your credit score

If you’ve been declined for a personal loan or a dream job, it could have something to do with your credit score. Samke Mhlongo explores why that is and how you can avoid it. Pictures: XX One of the clips from a #BONAMoney livestream went viral on social media, and in it I answer which […]

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Everything you need to know about debt counselling

So, you’re in debt and looking for an affordable and hassle-free way out. If you’re considering debt counselling or consolidation, Samke Mhlongo unpacks what’s in store for you. One of my catch-up sessions left me disturbed as a client I have been coaching for a year on the best way to structure a car loan, […]

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Live your best life on a budget

Samke Mhlongo shares ways to make your money work better for you. Pictures: XX I was surprised over the holidays when family members expressed that they had not expected me to complain about how difficult the past year was. They felt like this because of my social media activity and frequent travel that suggested that […]

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Appropriate work wear- what are your rights?

The world is changing, and what was normal many years ago may not be anymore. So, what does that mean for what counts as appropriate wear in the workplace? Should you be able to wear traditional clothes or your afro at work? Gugulethu Mhlungu finds out. Pictures: XX As of the country’s very recent history […]

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How to own your dream home

Samke Mhlongo weighs in on the renting, rent-to-own or renting-to-buy debate. How do they work, and which one is best for you to own your dream home. One of the goals that I am yet to achieve is that of buying property. Sure, I’ve had property before, but that was jointly with my ex-husband. I […]

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Insurance 101

While it’s a grudge purchase for many, insurance is a necessity. But, with so many products on the market, it is hard to know what’s right for you. Samke Mhlongo unpacks the different forms of insurance, and how to get the best out of them. Insurance 101 Since my first article was published in March […]

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