NDA Blogs

2020

 

Apr 8, 2020
What is a credit score?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/what-is-a-credit-score/

Feb 27, 2020
Don’t fear the term ‘blacklist’
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/category/nda-debt-blog/

Mar 3, 2020
Be vigilant when spending money
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/be-vigilant-when-spending-money

Apr 8, 2020
What is credit insurance?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/what-is-credit-insurance/

Apr 14, 2020
Under debt review: the best place you can possibly be
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/under-debt-review-the-best-place-you-can-possibly-be/

Apr 14, 2020
Your debt review payments are safe under lockdown ​
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/your-debt-review-payments-are-safe-under-lockdown/

Apr 14, 2020
Must I pay my rent during lockdown?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/must-i-pay-my-rent-during-lockdown/

Apr 21, 2020
Apply your mind to your money
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/apply-your-mind-to-your-money/

May 13, 2020
COVID-19 Financial Survival Guide
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/covid-19-financial-survival-guide/

May 15, 2020
School fees: Must I pay it during lockdown?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/school-fees-must-i-pay-it-during-lockdown/

May 18, 2020
Debt Collectors and Prescribed Debt
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/debt-collectors-and-prescribed-debt/

May 19, 2020
The most common scams during lockdown
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/the-most-common-scams-during-lockdown/

Jun 3, 2020
Prescribed Debt
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/prescribed-debt

Jun 3, 2020
Data Prices Must Fall
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/data-prices-must-fall

Jun 4, 2020
Be Financially Proactive During Lockdown
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/be-financially-proactive-during-lockdown

Jun 4, 2020
Debt Options During Lockdown
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/debt-options-during-lockdown

Jun 4, 2020
Covid-19 Increase in Child Grants
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/covid-19-increase-in-child-grants

Jun 4, 2020
Don’t Lose Your Car During Lockdown
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/dont-lose-your-car-during-lockdown

Jun 4, 2020
Frequently asked questions during lockdown
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/frequently-asked-questions-during-lockdown

Jun 5, 2020
Frequently asked questions on Debt Collection
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/frequently-asked-questions-on-debt-collection

Jun 5, 2020
How to communicate with your children about money
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/how-to-communicate-with-your-children-about-money

Jun 5, 2020
How to speak to children about money
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/how-to-speak-to-children-about-money

Jun 11, 2020
Reckless lending Q+A
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/reckless-lending-QA

Jun 11, 2020
Relief from municipalities during lockdown
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/relief-from-municipalities-during-lockdown

Jun 11, 2020
Sexually transmitted debt
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/sexually-transmitted-debt

Jun 11, 2020
Small business development
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/small-business-development

Jun 11, 2020
Social Relief of Distress Grant for Unemployed
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/social-relief-of-distress-grant-for-unemployed

Jun 16, 2020
SASSA Grants Update
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/sassa-grant-update

Jun 18, 2020
Emergency Loans
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/emergency-loans

Jun 23, 2020
The ultimate guide to credit reports
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/the-ultimate-guide-to-credit-reports

Jun 23, 2020
Daily finance tips to survive the lockdown
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/daily-finance-tips-to-survive-the-lockdown

Jun 29, 2020
Why is SASSA declining the R350 applications?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/why-is-sassa-declining-the-r350-applications

Jul 7, 2020
Your physical, financial and emotional health matters!
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/your-physical-financial-and-emotional-health-matters

Jul 7, 2020
Consumer Rights
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/consumer-rights

Jul 16, 2020
The first 3 months of lockdown were easy. Now comes the hard part.
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/the-first-3-months-of-lockdown-were-easy

Jul 21, 2020
The best jobs during lockdown
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/best-jobs-during-lockdown

Jul 31, 2020
You gotta know how much you owe!
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/you-gotta-know-how-much-you-owe

Jul 31, 2020
SASSA dates have changed – again!
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/sassa-dates-have-changed-again

Aug 4, 2020
Women and Money
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/women-and-money

Aug 7, 2020
Debt counsellor – friend or foe?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/debt-counsellor-friend-or-foe

Aug 12, 2020
The NCR and Debt Counselling
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/the-ncr-and-debt-counselling

Aug 14, 2020
Be Vigilant!
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/be-vigilant

Aug 31, 2020
Ace your online interview
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/ace-your-online-interview

Sep 3, 2020
Your personal information has been compromised by a security breach
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/your-personal-information-has-been-compromised

Sep 14, 2020
FNB reeling from consumers who just can’t cope
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/fnb-reeling-from-consumers-who-just-cant-cope

Sep 14, 2020
The lowdown on loans
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/the-lowdown-on-loans

Sep 16, 2020
Be prepared to change your small business strategy
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/be-prepared-to-change-your-small-business-strategy

Sep 18, 2020
NDA voted the best debt counselling company in South Africa
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/nda-voted-the-best-debt-counselling-company-in-south-africa

Sep 20, 2020
Shoprite upping their game
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/shoprite-upping-their-game

Sep 22, 2020
You can be done with Debt Review even if your bond is not paid up
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/you-can-be-done-with-debt-review-even-if-your-bond-is-not-paid-up

Sep 28, 2020
What about those who can’t afford to emigrate?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/what-about-those-who-cant-afford-to-emigrate

Oct 1, 2020
There is help for first time home owners
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/there-is-help-for-first-time-home-owners

Oct 9, 2020
SA consumers are in deep trouble – but petrol price drop may help
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/sa-consumers-are-in-deep-trouble-but-petrol-price-drop-may-help

Oct 16, 2020
SA Economic Reconstruction and Recovery Plan
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/sa-economic-reconstruction-and-recovery-plan

Oct 23, 2020
Money and mental health are connected
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/money-and-mental-health-are-connected

Oct 26, 2020
National Wills week
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/national-wills-week

Oct 27, 2020
The good, the bad, the ugly… and the bizarre of the MTBPS
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/the-good-the-bad-the-ugly-and-the-bizarre-of-the-mtbps

Oct 29, 2020
Debt consolidation loans
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/debt-consolidation-loans

Nov 3, 2020
Can I leave debt review?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/can-i-leave-debt-review

Nov 5, 2020
2020 Savings Tips for Black Friday
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/2020-savings-tips-for-black-friday

Nov 13, 2020
Your rights with regard to vehicle repossession
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/your-rights-with-regard-to-vehicle-repossession

Nov 17, 2020
Safeguard your money over the festive season
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/safeguard-your-money-over-the-festive-season

Nov 20, 2020
Know your Consumer Rights
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/know-your-consumer-rights

 

Nov 24, 2020
Safety Tips for Online Black Friday Shopping
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/safety-tips-for-online-black-friday-shopping

Nov 27, 2020
Traditional scams that escalate at this time of the year
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/traditional-scams-that-escalate-at-this-time-of-the-year

Dec 1, 2020
How those living on minimum wage or low income can save
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/how-those-living-on-minimum-wage-or-low-income-can-save

Dec 4, 2020
Save and plan during the holidays
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/save-and-plan-during-the-holidays

Dec 7, 2020
Why are ratings by credit agencies important to ordinary SA consumers?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/why-are-ratings-by-credit-agencies-important-to-ordinary-sa-consumers

Dec 7, 2020
Research shows that SA consumers can’t pay their debt
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/research-shows-that-sa-consumers-cant-pay-their-debt

2021

 

Jan 8, 2021
Rocky start to 2021
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/rocky-start-to-2021

Jan 12, 2021
How to pay off your debt
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/how-to-pay-off-your-debt

Jan 14, 2021
Message from our CEO
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/message-from-our-ceo

Jan 18, 2021
Ace these 10 questions in a job interview
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/ace-these-10-questions-in-a-job-interview

Jan 20, 2021
Stay away from unregistered money-lenders
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/stay-away-from-unregistered-money-lenders

Jan 25, 2021
Manage the back-to-school financial blues
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/manage-the-back-to-school-financial-blues

Jan 28, 2021
Tips when planning to buy a house
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/tips-when-planning-to-buy-a-house

Feb 2, 2021
Rising cost of living
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/rising-cost-of-living

Feb 4, 2021
Know your Ombudsman
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/know-your-ombudsman

Feb 9, 2021
Avoid financial STD’s
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/avoid-financial-stds

Feb 12, 2021
Key points from SONA 2021
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/key-points-from-sona-2021

Feb 16, 2021
Schools may not insist on a registration fee
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/schools-may-not-insist-on-a-registration-fee

 

Feb 18, 2021
Basket to basket: Comparing the cost of living
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/comparing-the-cost-of-living

Feb 23, 2021
SA consumers can’t afford to pay their bills
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/sa-consumers-cannot-afford-to-pay-their-bills

Feb 25, 2021
Budget Speech 2021
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/budget-speech-2021

Mar 3, 2021
Retirement Fund Reform 2021
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/retirement-fund-reform-2021

Mar 4, 2021
Over-indebted South Africans can apply for debt review
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/over-indebted-south-africans-can-apply-for-debt-review

Mar 9, 2021
Section 129 notice: Digital delivery now accepted
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/section-129-notice-digital-delivery-now-accepted

Mar 11, 2021
Trouble at NSFAS – we need to start saving for education
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/trouble-at-nsfas-we-need-to-start-saving-for-education

Mar 17, 2021
Need a loan but under debt review?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/need-a-loan-but-under-debt-review

Mar 19, 2021
Single Mothers are Struggling
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/single-mothers-are-struggling

 

Mar 24, 2021
What can debt collectors do?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/what-can-debt-collectors-do

Mar 26, 2021
POPIA
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/popia

Mar 31, 2021
Every industry has bad practitioners – debt counselling is no exception
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/every-industry-has-bad-practitioners

Apr 7, 2021
Petrol price will hit SA consumers hard
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/petrol-price-will-hit-sa-consumers-hard

Apr 14, 2021
Are you really a victim of reckless lending?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/are-you-really-a-victim-of-reckless-lending

Apr 15, 2021
How to check your credit score in South Africa
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/how-to-check-your-credit-score-in-south-africa

Apr 20, 2021
Age-appropriate money tips for children
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/age-appropriate-money-tips-for-children

Apr 23, 2021
Avoid debt traps
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/avoid-debt-traps

Apr 26, 2021
Freedom Day 2021: Will we ever have financial freedom in SA?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/freedom-day-2021-will-we-ever-have-financial-freedom-in-sa

 

Apr 28, 2021
Don’t delay – take control of your finances today!
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/take-control-of-your-finances-today

Apr 30, 2021
The SABC can take default judgement against you for outstanding TV licence fees
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/the-sabc-can-take-default-judgement-against-you-for-outstanding-tv-licence-fees

Apr 30, 2021
SA not out of the woods yet
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/sa-not-out-of-the-woods-yet

May 7, 2021
Changing your lifestyle to live on less
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/changing-your-lifestyle-to-live-on-less

May 12, 2021
Single mothers are more prone to seeking credit
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/single-mothers-are-more-prone-to-seeking-credit/

May 19, 2021
Middle income South Africans are in trouble
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/middle-income-south-africans-are-in-trouble/

May 21, 2021
Repo rates remain the same
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/repo-rates-remain-the-same/

May 24, 2021
Demystifying debt review (part one)
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/demystifying-debt-review-part-one/

May 27, 2021
Disputes after death
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/disputes-after-death/

 

May 31, 2021
The facts around funeral cover
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/the-facts-around-funeral-cover/

May 31, 2021
Keep track of your money
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/keep-track-of-your-money/

Jun 14, 2021
Demystifying debt review (part two)
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/demystifying-debt-review-part-two/

Jun 15, 2021
Youth and Money
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/youth-and-money/

Jun 17, 2021
Entrepreneurial opportunities for SA youth
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/entrepreneurial-opportunities-for-sa-youth/

Jun 21, 2021
What do you need to apply for a home loan?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/what-do-you-need-to-apply-for-a-home-loan/

Jun 24, 2021
Vulnerable consumers risk being scammed
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/vulnerable-consumers-risk-being-scammed/

Jun 28, 2021
Will interest be charged if I am under debt review?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/will-interest-be-charged-if-i-am-under-debt-review/

Jun 28, 2021
Closing your Edgars account
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/closing-your-edgars-account/

 

Jun 29, 2021
Importance of contracts for SMME’s
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/importance-of-contracts-for-smmes/

Jul 2, 2021
How are you legally protected under debt review?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/how-are-you-legally-protected-under-debt-review/

Jul 6, 2021
How to deal with “black tax” In South Africa
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/how-to-deal-with-black-tax/

Jul 8, 2021
What do I need to qualify for debt review?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/what-do-i-need-to-qualify-for-debt-review/

Jul 13, 2021
Beware SASSA scams
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/beware-sassa-scams/

Jul 15, 2021
How do I get a negative listing off my credit report
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/how-do-i-get-a-negative-listing-off-my-credit-report/

Jul 21, 2021
We have to change our mindset around saving
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/we-have-to-change-our-mindset-around-saving/

Jul 28, 2021
Your rights at work with regards to Covid-19
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/your-rights-at-work-with-regards-to-covid-19/

Jul 30, 2021
South Africans need to start saving July is Savings Month
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/south-africans-need-to-start-saving/

 

Aug 2, 2021
Ombudsman for banking services
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/ombudsman-for-banking-services/

 

Aug 5, 2021
All you need to know about the latest SASSA R350 grant
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/all-you-need-to-know-about-latest-sassa-r350-grant/

Aug 9, 2021
Evictions during Covid
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/evictions-during-covid/

Aug 11, 2021
Women are worse off than men during the pandemic
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/women-are-worse-off-than-men-during-the-pandemic/

Aug 13, 2021
Long term and short term insurance Ombudsman
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/long-term-and-short-term-insurance-ombudsman/

Aug 16, 2021
Funeral fraud
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/funeral-fraud/

Aug 19, 2021
Debt Counselling according to the NCR
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/debt-counselling-according-to-the-ncr/

Aug 24, 2021
The cost of debt counselling
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/the-cost-of-debt-counselling/

Aug 27, 2021
How do I get a clearance certificate if I don’t have a debt counsellor Q+A
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/how-to-get-clearance-certificate-without-a-debt-counsellor/

 

Sep 1, 2021
Watch out for financial scams
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/watch-out-for-financial-scams/

Sep 7, 2021
Debt Review Awards highlights those in the industry who set the bar high
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/debt-review-awards-highlights-those-in-industry-who-set-bar-high/

Sep 9, 2021
Our heritage as poor savers and big spenders has lead us to a debt pandemic
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/our-heritage-as-poor-savers-and-big-spenders/

Sep 13, 2021
Getting to know the CEO – Part 1
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/getting-to-know-the-ceo-part-1/

Sep 20, 2021
Getting to know the CEO – Part 2
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/getting-to-know-the-ceo-part-2/

Sep 23, 2021
NDA CEO answers some FAQ’s
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/nda-ceo-answers-some-faqs/

Sep 28, 2021
South Africans are waking up to the befits of debt counselling
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/south-africans-waking-up-to-the-benefits-of-debt-counselling/

Oct 1, 2021
Don’t break the bank for a matric ball
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/dont-break-the-bank-for-a-matric-ball/

Oct 4, 2021
Elections affect your pocket
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/elections-affect-your-pocket/

 

Oct 7, 2021
Lack of child maintenance adds to the financial struggle
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/lack-of-child-maintenance-adds-to-the-financial-struggle/

Oct 12, 2021
The link between debt and depression
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/the-link-between-debt-and-depression/

Oct 15, 2021
Where there is a will, there is a way
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/where-there-is-a-will-there-is-a-way/

Oct 19, 2021
Rising fuel prices are catastrophic for consumers
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/rising-fuel-prices-are-catastrophic-for-consumers/

Oct 22, 2021
NSFAS applications still closed
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/nsfas-applications-still-closed/

Nov 1, 2021
What to do when loadshedding hits
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/what-to-do-when-loadshedding-hits/

Nov 4, 2021
Fuel price increase even higher than expected
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/fuel-price-increase-even-higher-than-expected/

Nov 8, 2021
Can we save and pay off our debt?
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/can-we-save-and-pay-off-our-debt/

Nov 12, 2021
The real cost of Black Friday
https://nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/personal-finance/the-real-cost-of-black-friday/