Bayport Blog: Category - Debt Relief
How to get out of debt as a family
Published: 2021-04-23
Categories: Debt Relief
Tags: Debt Consolidation, Debt Restructuring
How to get out of debt as a family The feeling that you are drowning in debt is not fun. Instead of feeling that you must solve the problem on your own, get your family…
Money solutions you have to know: how to protect yourself against card fraud
Published: 2021-03-23
Categories: Credit education and credit awareness, Debt Relief, financial literacy
Tags: Credit Health, Credit Wellness, Debt Relief, Debt stress, Financial Health, Financial Literacy, Financial Stress, Financial Tips
Few things cause more financial distress than falling victim to bank card fraud or other forms of identity theft. You have to know how to keep yourself – and your money – safe. Fraud on…
‘tis the season to consolidate your debt
Published: 2020-11-27
Categories: Debt Relief
Tags: Consolidation Loan, Debt Consolidation, Debt Relief
December holidays and Christmas festivities can be very tough on your pocket. How to make this year different? Plan, plan, and plan some more so you don’t get yourself into more debt than you can…
Why dipping into your retirement savings is not a good debt relief idea
Published: 2020-10-06
Categories: Debt Relief
Tags: Consolidation Loan, Debt Consolidation, Debt Management, Debt Relief
Covid-19 has done a lot of damage to our already battered economy and many people are struggling to make ends meet and to get out of debt. But before you cash out your retirement savings,…
Financial planning advice every woman should know
Published: 2020-08-19
Categories: Debt Relief
Tags: Consolidation Loan, Debt Consolidation, Debt Relief, Financial health through consolidation, Financial Literacy
Multiple studies across the developed world, as well as the experience of microfinance companies in the most underdeveloped regions of the world, have come to the same conclusion: women manage money much better than men….
What happens now that your payment holiday is over?
Published: 2020-07-13
Categories: Debt Relief
Tags: Consolidation Loan, Debt Consolidation, Debt Management, Debt Relief, Debt Restructuring
The 3-month payment holiday that banks and credit providers offered their customers was a lifeline for many people. But as you come to the end of this period, it is time to look at your complete money picture and consider the debt solutions available to you.
Your rights as a consumer
Published: 2020-06-02
Categories: Debt Advice, Debt Relief
Tags: Credit Wellness, Financial Health, Responsible lending, Your rights and responsibilities
As a consumer, you have specific rights when it comes to credit, be it short-term or long-term loans. In South Africa, the National Credit Act (NCA) sets out the basic rights – and responsibilities –…
Take control of your financial wellness during times of crisis
Published: 2020-05-25
Categories: Debt Relief, Financial wellness
Tags: Consolidation Loan, Credit Health, Debt Consolidation, Debt Counselling, Debt Management, Debt Relief, Debt stress, Financial education, Financial Health, Financial Planning
The Covid-19 pandemic has placed a great amount of stress and uncertainty on everyone. There are concerns around job security, a global recession, physical health and overall financial wellness.
How to apply for a consolidation loan
Published: 2020-05-12
Categories: Debt Advice, Debt Relief, financial literacy
Tags: Clear Debt, Consolidation Loan, Debt Consolidation, Financial Planning
Debt can run away with you if you don’t keep a tight rein on it. If you find yourself in a position where multiple loans are destroying your financial wellbeing and peace of mind, not…
Understand your credit agreement to protect your credit record
Published: 2020-04-30
Categories: Debt Relief, Financial wellness, Personal loans
Tags: Credit Health, Credit Score/Rating, Credit Wellness, Debt Advice, Debt Consolidation, Debt Counselling, Debt Management, Debt Relief, Debt stress
What is a Credit Agreement A credit agreement is a legally binding agreement between yourself and a credit provider. The credit provider agrees to provide goods, services, or a cash loan to you, with the…