What is an ETF?
ETF stands for exchange-traded fund: a fund traded on the stock exchange exactly like a share is. Read this article to find out what the difference is.
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How to Save for Your Next Trip to Bali (or Anywhere Really)
Travelling has always been in Thobi Rose's blood. However, becoming an adult she realised that when traveling you need to plan for the financial impact.
7 Debt Traps and How to Avoid Them
Like all traps, debt traps are tricky to get out of so it is best to avoid them altogether. That's why this article is about common debt traps and how to avoid them.
(micro) Investing and Why It Matters
It doesn't matter how much you invest, the important thing is to invest because it'll help you grow your wealth, pay yourself first and change the way you think about money.
Retirement Funds Explained
Many of us who are employed have some sort of retirement investment (we hope!). But did you know you have other options to save more for retirement?
Lifestyle Creep (Ungazincishi Inice Time)
What does lifestyle creep or ungazincishi inice time mean? This article also tells you how to avoid it.
Apples and Oranges - Part 2
Imagine a bowl of Granny Smiths and Valencias. It's really easy to know which is which. When you're looking at investment products it's not so easy to understand how and why they differ.
GameStop & the Stock Market - What the Hell is Going On?
Every once in a while the stock market does something crazy. Perfect example this week. Find out why your timeline was filled with GameStop and Robinhood mentions.
Apples and Oranges - Part 1
Imagine a bowl of Granny Smiths and Valencias. It's really easy to know which is which. When you're looking at investment products it's not so easy to understand how and why they differ.