In this second episode of the Santam Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp, I’m again joined by Mapalo Makhu as we dive into the topic of budgeting, and how taking control of your day-to-day spending can significantly reduce financial anxiety. We hear...
Welcome to "Life Behind the Numbers," a Discovery Life podcast series. Together with experts from Discovery Life, I delve into the latest trends from Discovery Life’s claims research, highlighting the need for both physical and financial protection...
Introducing the Santam Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp podcast series. Are you ready to take control of your financial future? The Santam Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp podcast series is here to guide you through a transformative journey that...
In this episode of the My Money, My Lifestyle podcast, I am joined by investment expert Debra Slabber from Morningstar South Africa, to discuss the fundamental principles of investing. Discover why simplicity is your ally, how your savings rate...
In this episode of the My Money, My Lifestyle podcast, I am joined by financial adviser Munya Shumba to address a critical yet often-neglected aspect of financial planning: prioritising your own financial future rather than solely focusing on your...
Congratulations! You've tossed your graduation cap, landed your first job, and are ready to dive into the real world. But with the excitement of your first paycheque comes the daunting realisation of adult responsibilities: rent, groceries, car...
In this episode of the My Money, My lifestyle podcast, Maya is joined by Queen Malobane, Provincial General Manager at Metropolitan, as they delve into the complex intersection of money and relationships. The romantic notion that love conquers all...
Have you ever taken a close look at your short-term insurance policy? Do you know exactly what your insurance excess is? Not too many people do, but if you study your policy wording, it can be quite the eye-opener. In the latest episode of the My...
Every year, the announcement of the national budget grips the attention of ordinary South Africans and experts alike. But what does it really mean for you and me? In this latest episode of the My Money, My Lifestyle podcast, we cut through the...
Navigating tax can be tricky, and this is especially true for freelancers. Whether you're a graphic designer, writer, or any independent contractor, you need to understand your tax obligations – this is crucial for financial success and legal...
In this podcast, I have a frank discussion with David Buckham, founder and CEO of Monocle Solutions, and an expert on the global banking system. We discuss the inherent flaws in the banking system and the reasons behind the erosion of trust across all areas of society...
Money is not only rands and cents – it is also a currency of emotions, which is why money conversations are so hard. In this podcast, Maya and Andrea have a candid discussion with relationship therapist Connie Valkin about how to have these difficult and emotionally...
The power of taking back control of your finances Maya speaks to Zihle, the runner-up in the 2023 Absa City Press Money Makeover Challenge, about her personal journey and how – with the help of her financial adviser Anton Battiss – she has succeeded in taking back...
How this year’s Money Makeover Challenge winner is well on his way to being debt free. In this podcast Maya speaks to Johan, the winner of the 2023 Absa/City Press Money Makeover Challenge, and his Absa financial adviser, Takalani Badugela. Johan explains how he...
When you get married, there are so many exciting things to focus on like the wedding dress, invitations, and the honeymoon. And when you have a child, your life becomes so busy as you care for your growing family. The last thing you want to think about are the...
Money conversations are hard. They are harder than conversations about sex or the in-laws. But there is seldom financial equality in a relationship, and this inequality often causes conflict. The person who makes more money tends to have more power in the relationship...
In this series of conversations, Maya speaks to Andrea Carr about her experience of getting divorced which has led Andrea to question many of the decisions she made as a woman, as a mother and as a wife, when it came to her finances. It made her realise the importance...
It is that time of year when your medical aid informs you how much more you will be paying in 2024 for your medical cover. In this podcast, Maya chats to Jillian Larkan, head of healthcare consulting at financial advisory firm GTC to unpack the mysteries of medical...
On 1 March 2024 there will be a radical change affecting everyone who is a member of a retirement fund, with the implementation of what has come to be known as the “two-pot retirement system”. Update: The two-pot system will now be implemented on 1 September 2024....
Many South Africans are finding themselves supporting their aging parents, thanks to the combination of a tough economy and insufficient retirement funding. But it’s critical to plan this key transition carefully to ensure your own finances stay on track and that you...