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Too many South Africans keep saying they’ll start saving “next month”, when they earn more, when life gets easier, or when expenses go down. But the truth is, there’s never a perfect time.

Relationships thrive on love and trust, but money often brings its own challenges. Financial issues can lead to tension and misunderstandings if not addressed early. Being aware of potential money red flags can save you from stress and help build a
relationship based on openness and accountability.

Managing finances can be tough at the, but when you’re dealing with a mental health issue, it can feel especially overwhelming. Mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, or burnout can make it hard to focus on day-to-day tasks, including managing
money.

Women’s Month is a time to celebrate the strength and independence of women. Managing your own finances, especially when facing peer pressure, is a crucial part of this independence. At Bayport Financial Services, we understand these challenges.

August is Women’s Month, a time to celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women. It’s also a perfect opportunity to focus on financial empowerment. At Bayport Financial Services, we believe in the power of connections and social capital to transform lives. Here’s how you can use these tools to move closer to financial freedom.

Today, making the most out of your savings is essential. Understanding and using tools like tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs), compound interest, and automation can significantly enhance your financial wellbeing by getting you more out of your savings.

For our Youth Month series of blogs, we asked 15 young South Africans about their thoughts and feelings about, and relationships with, money.

Budgeting, spending less and finding a side hustle are all things you can do to build a more comfortable life. However, they are only one side of the money management coin.

Much as we hate them, we cannot escape taxes. For people who earn one salary, income tax is a simple matter. However, many of us have a side hustle or even a fully functioning business to boost our income, so understanding a bit more about tax is useful.

Often we listen to what other people tell us about credit and credit scores and how they work instead of finding out for ourselves. Here are 11 myths you should not fall for.