Streetwise Finance Modules
Helping you build your future
Learning about money doesn't need to feel like school. We keep it simple with easy-to-follow modules that cover what you need to know about money management. Get the skills and start making money moves.
Learning modules
Module 1: Needs vs. wants & budgeting
An unplanned treat today can make next week tight. In this module, you’ll learn:
- How to set goals for the short, medium and long term.
- Tips for calculating income and expenses.
- How to build a realistic budget.
Module 2: Banking, lending & saving
In this module, you’ll learn how to stretch your cash and make it multiply:
- Banking basics: from ATMs to electronic banking and DebiCheck debit orders.
- Understand loans, interest rates, and your rights under the National Credit Act.
- Explore savings accounts, stokvels, retail bonds, and how compound interest works.
Module 3: Insurance
Protect what matters most with the right cover:
- Why insurance is a necessity.
- Types of insurance: life, funeral, motor, health and more.
- Your rights and responsibilities as a policyholder.
- How to claim and what exclusions to watch out for.
Module 4: Retirement
Plan ahead, so life doesn’t catch you sleeping:
- Understand the retirement planning life cycle—starting out, final preparation and retirement.
- Why early planning matters: inflation, medical costs, and longer lifespans.
- Explore retirement products like annuities, pension funds, provident funds and unit trusts.
- Set personal retirement goals.
Why Streetwise Finance?
Financial education is a fundamental necessity for growth. These modules give you practical tools to manage money, avoid debt traps and safeguard your future. Learn at your own pace with modules designed for real-life challenges.
Frequently asked
questions
What is Hollard’s Streetwise Finance programme?
Streetwise Finance is Hollard’s financial education programme created to empower South Africans with the content they need to make confident financial decisions.
Why is money management important?
Effective money management helps you make informed financial decisions, avoid debt and protect what matters most.
Who can benefit from Streetwise Finance?
Anyone who wants to improve their financial know-how, from individuals and families to business owners and professionals.
What will I learn about banking and lending?
Module 2 covers banking basics, electronic banking, debit orders, loans, interest rates and your rights under the National Credit Act.
How can I start saving effectively?
The programme introduces savings accounts, stokvels, retail bonds and explains how compound interest can help grow your money.
Why do I need insurance?
Insurance protects what matters most; your life, health, assets and family. Module 3 explains different types of cover and your rights as a policyholder.
When should I start planning for retirement?
The best time to start is now. Module 4 shows why early planning matters and explores retirement products like annuities, pension funds and unit trusts.
How does Hollard support financial education?
Hollard believes financial knowledge is a fundamental necessity for growth. Through Streetwise Finance, we provide tools to help you manage your money, avoid debt and protect what matters most.
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