When to start saving (vs. investing)

There is no better time than the present to construct a savings plan and begin putting money away for safekeeping. And if you haven’t started, don’t panic — anyone has the opportunity to save at any stage of life, and if you want to make your mark with your savings to...

Why you should save money

It’s fair to ask ‘why should I save money?’ Saving is not only a great form of security, but also a fantastic opportunity to generate wealth through asset purchases, it allows you to clear debts, and give you flexibility with your budgeting. This is why...

Defining what it means to save money

Most South Africans tend to conflate the idea of investing with saving. Putting money away for safekeeping (such as in a bank) is great and all, but that is saving, whereby you know that amount of cash is available when and where you need it. On the other hand,...

Basic Saving Keywords Definitions

Savings, what it really means to save, and how to go about constructing a savings plan are all important elements of having a healthy financial plan. Let’s cover a couple of the basics in the following topics so you are ready for the big steps!