Minimalists and Investors Share a Mindset
Minimalism is all about making space for what is important to you, the things you truly value. Investing is similar. At its core it is about freeing up funds to take advantage of investment opportunities.
Investing
Everything you need to know about investing. No jargon, no nonsense - totally Franc.
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Summer of 2012
"Almost 10 years ago, in my first festive season as a varsity student, my motivation levels were at an all-time high. The world was my oyster and I was going to grab it with both arms."
Investing is a Marathon, Comrade
Investing for the long term is one of the ways to decrease your risk and save on fees. Read this article to learn more about why investing is a long-term thing.
Borrowing to Invest - A Good Idea?
Although it may be tempting to borrow money to invest, especially if you are cash strapped, it's not a good idea and could make you lose big time.
Supercharge Your Stokvel
Stokvels are an important part of the South African savings culture. Many stokvels still operate in a traditional way. This article suggests how we can update them a bit.
What Type of Investor are You?
Knowing what type of investor you are is important because it will help you when you are creating your investment strategy.
Investing and Gambling
In the era of Bitcoin and online forex trading, it's easy to lose track of the difference between investing and gambling. This article clarifies the difference.
Get Rid of Your Boss by 40
The average South African retires at 60 years old. The F.I.R.E movement challenges this statistic as they believe you can retire at any age. Read this article to find out how.
Investing and Trading Courses - Don't Always Pass the Vibe Check
Education and self-improvement are good things. And when it comes to investing and trading there's a lot to learn. Why, then, should you be wary of these courses?