Editorial team
InstantFund Editorial
The InstantFund editorial team writes plain-English guides on borrowing, credit and money in South Africa.
- 130 guides
- Named author
Guides by InstantFund Editorial
130 guides, newest first.
Managing money as a couple works best when you agree how to talk, share costs and plan, without hiding debt.
1-hour payday loans exist only in the best case.
A South African payslip shows gross pay, deductions and net pay.
A R5000 loan can cost about R969 in one month, or about R1,939 over six months, at the legal maximums for short-term credit.
A Valentine's Day budget starts with agreeing a limit with your partner.
A zero-based budget means your income minus everything you assign (spending, saving and debt) equals zero.
About InstantFund Editorial
Frequently asked questions
Who writes these guides?
The InstantFund editorial team. Every guide is published under the team byline.
Do the guides recommend specific lenders?
No. The guides explain how short-term credit works and how to compare costs. They do not push one lender over another.
How do I report a mistake?
Email [email protected] and tell us which page and which line. Our editorial policy explains how we handle corrections.
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