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Drowning in debt?
You are not alone. The Debt Doctor is here to help you with solutions! For immediate help, get handy tips and helpful tools to set you on the road to recovery. Check out the Q&A and the Debt tools (see navigation buttons above). Also see our Facebook conversations where you can ask for advice or share your debt story.
Better still, watch In Debt every Saturday at 17h30 on SABC1.
In Debt is a reality show that helps ordinary people get out of debt, whether from overspending or bad financial management. In Debt turns denial into deeds.
Our characters are helped by an experienced Debt Doctor. She dishes out good medicine! Each episode dives into our character’s life and gets to the heart of their problem. The Debt Doctor asks them to make big changes to turn their debt nightmare around. She teaches people to live within their means. But is everyone willing to take the risk? Make a date with In Debt every Saturday and find out!
“Don’t let debt get the better of you, get the better of debt!”
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Are you an Emotional Spender?
Posted on February 10, 2012 by admin_indebt in Debt, General, HomeIt's amazing how our emotions and circumstances can trigger unwanted reactions. Just like some addicts may use alcohol or drugs to make themselves feel better when they are sad/angry/stressed, some of us use shopping in the same way. This is called "Emotional Spending" and it means that you have a strong urge to spend money...
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Recent Posts
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Beware dodgy debt counsellors!
Posted on February 2, 2012 in Debt, General, HomeWe spotted the below article on IOL yesterday, which serves as a reminder to all of us to check the credentials of any debt counsellor with the National Credit Regulator (NCR) and report any counsellors that are not doing what...
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The 3 golden rules
Posted on February 1, 2012 in Debt, GeneralThere are three golden rules to stick to when trying to get out of debt and recover from financial instability. 1. Increase your Income Apply for a better-paying job, take on a second job, start a small business on the side, encourage...
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Bad financial habits
Posted on January 27, 2012 in Debt, HomeIt's very easy to get into debt and remain in that spiral without getting anywhere every month. Some financial habits keep us in this spiral and should be avoided at all costs! Here are some examples: Dipping into savings to pay...
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Why am I always in debt?
Posted on January 26, 2012 in Debt, General, HomeIf you're constantly asking yourself why you're in the red with too much month left at the end of your money, consider if any of these are an issue for you: 1. Are you impatient? When you see something you like...
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The Debt Doctor Interview: Part 2
Posted on January 25, 2012 in General, HomeToday we continue to chat to In Debt's Debt Doctor about her life and work as a financial advisor and planner, and what it feels like to be on TV for the first time... What is the best thing and the...
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