How to check a used car before money changes hands
The price on the advert is only one part of a used-car purchase. Records, inspection results and written terms deserve the same attention as the test drive.
How to secure your accounts after a phone theft
Phone theft can quickly become an account security issue. A clear order of action helps when every minute counts.
How much deposit do you need to buy a home in South Africa?
Learn how home loan deposits work and what first-time buyers should expect before applying for a bond.
How to use an eSIM when travelling overseas
Your rent, rates, and coffee are all under pressure: Here’s where to trim first
Cape Town life is getting expensive in subtle, frustrating ways. Focus on the spending patterns doing real damage before cutting the things you enjoy.
One payday, three pots: A split-salary system for Cape Town millennials
One payday. Three pots. Cape Town costs what it costs; this is how you stop mid-month excuses without living on two-minute noodles.
Cape Town travel budgets as the rand weakens and fuel costs rise
A weaker rand and higher fuel prices are putting pressure on weekend plans, but a better budget can change the outcome. Don't let petrol increases and exchange rate swings throw your plans off track. Tag the friend who says “we’ll figure it out on the road”.