Tag: overspending

Everyday expenses you might be overspending on

When money feels tight, it is easy to focus on major expenses such as rent, groceries, transport and debt repayments. However, small everyday purchases can also quietly drain your budget. Also see: Soft life, real budget: How to live well in South Africa without overspending According to the South African Government, managing your finances effectively […]

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The psychology behind impulse buying

Most people have bought something they never planned to purchase — whether it was a late-night online order, a snack grabbed at the checkout counter, or clothing bought during a “limited-time” sale. Impulse buying has become increasingly common in the age of online shopping and social media marketing, but the reasons behind it go much […]

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Why should you avoid impulse buying?

Some people believe that retail therapy calms them down and that they need to constantly buy things, but what happens when you start turning it into a habit? Everybody has different needs and wants, and in today’s economy, money is needed to survive. For example, buying winter clothes is a necessity given the change of […]

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