The ultimate guide to credit reports Many people may not know everything there is to know about a credit report, but they do know that a “good” credit report can help them tremendously when they apply for credit, especially for a vehicle or a house. So, we decided to...
Don’t fear the term ‘blacklist’ Pay back the money and get out of the bad books BLACKLISTED is not a word that brings good things to mind. First of all, let’s be very clear. There is no physical blacklist on which your name appears and it is...
What is a credit score? If you think that your credit score is just a number at a credit bureau which carries no weight in how banks, lenders or other credit providers view you, you could not be more wrong! In a nutshell, a credit score is a number that evaluates...
Check my credit rating South Africa If you’re planning for the year ahead, a good place to start is to check your credit rating at the credit bureau. In South Africa credit rating checks can be stressful for some, as this is when you realize how good or bad you...
How to get a good credit score in South Africa? How to get a good credit score? Learning to be a functional adult and understanding the financial world, is something that many people struggle with. Credit and credit scores are highly important for any...