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Semigrating and remote working in South Africa
Have you ever been stuck in a job that required you to go into the office? In recent years there has been a move away from the traditional office setup to allowing employees to work from home. Many people have taken advantage of this by moving further away from work, yet close enough that they […]
How can I make money through affiliate marketing?…
So, you’re looking to sell products online, but you’re struggling because you don’t have anything to sell. Or, you’re a content creator with a few courses that you’re selling through your websites. Imagine if everyone could help you sell this on your behalf – and make a commission in the process? This is where affiliate […]
Do I Actually Own The Fractional Share (CFD) With EasyEquities?
EasyEquities have made it easy to invest in ETFs, shares, bonds and even cryptocurrencies through EC10. This is often done by offering fractional shares to clients for investment purposes. What are fractional shares? Imagine wanting to invest in Apple – but you don’t have R 2 600 ($ 169) for a single share. This has […]
How to start a blog in South Africa
Bloggers in South Africa People have been blogging and creating content for more than 20 years on the web – and the technology associated with blogging has matured substantially during this time. Ease of access to blogging platforms has liberated the industry so that anyone can blog in their area of expertise or interest – […]
Is Buying Timeshare A Good Idea?
Buying the holiday without the price tag Everyone wants to own a holiday home, but cannot afford the price tag. It’s an extremely expensive and difficult process to find the place that you want, and then you only use it for a week or two a year. Imagine you’re able to buy a holiday home […]
Frugal Local’s top books to read for 2022
“If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales”
Cyber Security And The Impact Of Posting Your Earnings Online
Posting your investment earnings online We’ve all seen how people in the personal finance community share screenshots of their investments. It’s encouraging to see that other people are starting to invest and make money. Even though there are no police on social media that stops you from posting your personal financial information, every now and […]
Balwin vs the owners at The Blyde Riverwalk Estate: dealing with majority stakes
The Blyde Riverwalk Estate: owning a majority stake in the sectional title scheme When buying property, you could be buying a full title, sectional title or leasehold. Balwin’s The Blyde Riverwalk development is a sectional title scheme where all the owners each own a section in the scheme. There is also common property, that is jointly owned […]
Waterfall City’s 99 year property lease agreement
Ownership: the 99-year lease agreement Long term property lease agreements are rare in South Africa, but not unheard of. One of the major developments in recent time, Waterfall in Midrand implemented an interesting, innovative 99-year lease agreement where you sort of have ownership, but don’t. Notwithstanding, we find that in our culture, we have the […]
What are the differences between a retirement annuity, pension fund and provident fund?
The retirement annuity, pension fund and provident fund When you speak to a financial advisor or join a new company, you might be either forced or encouraged to buy into a retirement product. As these products have lots of regulations and legal obligations, it might feel like you’re pouring money into a bottomless pit. Don’t […]
How To Save For My Child’s Education
You’ll need money for your child’s education The cost of a child’s education has been on the increase over the last 20 years. The upward trend tends to increase with inflation (CPI) +2% for education fees. A recent study by Old Mutual revealed that at the current trend, the cost of education in 2035 will […]
Growth Hacking: What Is It And How Has It Helped My Business?
What is growth hacking? “A growth hacker is a person whose true north is growth.” – Sean Ellis (2010) Small businesses have a fascination with growth – it’s like they want to get funding, buy lots of stock and wait for the customer to walk through the door. Sadly, this is not the reality. Growth […]
Practical growth hacking tips for your online business
Unlock online growth with savvy strategies: from SEO to e-commerce, harness data-driven insights for maximum impact.
This is the list of real estate resources that you need
Comprehensive list of real estate resources for buyers, investors, and property owners. Start smart with these tools and guides!
Use the forms of value to make my business successful
Understand simple business models on how to make money. Learn how engagement models drive profit.
How to buy crypto safely in South Africa
Discover cryptocurrency investment options in South Africa, from corporate investments to direct purchases.
How To Effectively Screen Clients For Your Business
My business vs theirs When I was in the final year of my degree (yeah, I studied graphic design), they brought in a few recruiters to speak to us. They told us the following story: We know you’re able to get a job at the local print shop for R 8000 per month. Yes, other […]
What you need to know before you register your small business as a company
Should I register a company for my freelance/consulting/side hustle/startup? Many people want to just register a company, as they feel it’s the first step to making their offering official. I receive a call like this exceptionally often: “I have this awesome idea for a startup, and want to register a company. I know it will […]
Frugal Local’s top books to read for 2021
Frugal’s top books cover personal finance, business strategies, mental health, and fiction, offering diverse insights for readers
How to quit your job to go into business
Ready to quit your job and start a business? Plan strategically, match your skills with market needs, and find clients before taking the leap.