How can I avoid falling into a debt trap?
Borrow only for genuine needs, avoid taking new credit to repay old credit, and keep your total repayments well within your income. If your debt is growing month on month, seek help early.
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Financial Tips
Practical ways to use credit and stay in control of debt.
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Practical habits make the biggest difference to your financial health. This section shares straightforward ways to use credit wisely, avoid common debt traps, and stay in control of your money — from budgeting before you borrow to recognising when an offer is too good to be true. The tips here are general and apply whether or not you are an Ndzinga Capital client; the aim is to help you make decisions you will still be comfortable with months down the line.
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When does it make sense to use a personal loan?
A personal loan can make sense for a planned, once-off need — such as consolidating costlier debt or funding an essential expense — when the repayment fits your budget and the total cost is clear.
How much of my income should go to debt repayments?
There is no single rule, but keeping total debt repayments to a modest share of your take-home pay leaves room for living costs and savings. A registered lender assesses affordability before approving credit.