Buying your first car is a huge financial commitment and for most young people this is the first major purchase they will make. There are three main things to consider – choosing the car, determining how much you can afford,…
The constant message relayed in our materialistic society, that money is the most important thing in our lives and the constant desire for more, has had far reaching consequences for our societal value system and morals. This unending pursuit of…
We are all in one form of a relationship or the other; a relationship with a parent, spouse, partner, child, friend, employer, employee. We all know how important money conversations can be and also how awkward they get if not…
Tunde grimaced as the cashier handed him back the debit card. “I am sorry Sir, but your card has been declined for insufficient funds…”. Since he got married to Temi, this had become a problem. Temi was not as
A new year brings with it a sense of renewal and the age-old tradition of new-year resolutions helps you to focus on making positive changes in various aspects of your life. Many people make new year resolutions to exercise more…
Christmas is a time, when families come together, homes are decked out with Christmas trees decorated with tinsel, ornaments and lights, sumptuous meals are prepared and Christmas carols waft through the air as people dash about for their last minute…
It is every parents dream when your child or grandchild announces an engagement. Weddings bring joy, excitement, emotion – you simply want to give your loved one their dream wedding and to support them in every possible way. But as…
The holidays are here and hopefully we can get away from the stresses and strains of work and routine home life. Many people will be heading home to Nigeria to spend time with friends and family whilst others will be…
For most people in their twenties, the idea of saving and investing seems like a lifetime away; most people don’t start thinking about saving or investing for their financial future until they are well into their 30s and often later.…
“If it gives you any comfort, the Jones’ are broke. If you are busy trying to keep up with them, please stop. The Jones’ are probably trying to keep up with you!”
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We live in a very materialistic world and
