Joint Savings or Investments for Couples: How To Make Them Work
Many couples consider opening a joint savings or investment together. But is this always a good idea, and if so, how can you make it work? We ask a couple's therapist for her advice.
Cassidy Nydahl
Cassidy leads the Growth Team at Franc. When she's not thinking strategy, she's trying out new recipes, writing, and planning her next travel adventure.
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9 South African Financial Influencers to Follow
South Africa has no shortage of smart and savvy finance influencers creating financial education content and sharing their personal financial learnings on your social media feeds. Here are our top 9 South African influencers you should give a follow.
Connie's 5-Step Process for Conquering a R1-Million Debt Mountain
Five years ago, Connie found herself a R1-million in debt and working three jobs just to keep her family fed and a roof over their heads and even then, just barely. “That time was very tough. Apart from my three small children, I was also taking care of my mother and her household,” she recalls.
How to budget for a holiday [+ vacation budget spreadsheet]
I’ve worked together with friend of Franc Aron Samuels, who is a financial coach, speaker and founder of The Wealth Coach, to pull together a step-by-step guide to how to budget for a holiday, plus a few holiday spending tips and a handy holiday budget template.
How to Financially Prepare for Your Child's Future
Whether you’re expecting or already have children, it pays (literally!) to be financially prepared for their future. We talk about financial planning for your baby’s future, from pregnancy and beyond.
Tips from Nicolette Mashile for Starting a Small Business for Women Entrepreneurs
According to Nicolette Mashile, a successful businesswoman and passionate personal finance advocate, we need more female entrepreneurs to act as teachers and role models for the next generation of go-getters.
Nicolette Mashile on Finding Your Small Business Funding
Before you even think about capital and costs to start your small business, Nicolette believes you need to make sure you’ve nailed the concept and approach.
How to Protect Yourself From a Stokvel Scam
Stokvels have have been around since the 19th Century, and are built on community, trust and a constitution. But as stokvels get bigger and more popular, how can you determine if they’re a scam or not?
The Beginner's Guide to Money Management as a Freelancer [+downloadable budget template]
If you’re about to take the plunge into independent work and consulting, or you’re new to freelancing, this money management guide is for you.