The Woman & Finance Podcast
Hi, I’m Mapalo Makhu, your host, personal finance educator, and author of You're Not Broke, You're Pre-Rich. I hold a BCom Finance degree, a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning and a Postgraduate Diploma in Investment Planning, with over 10 years of experience in the financial services industry. More importantly, I’m deeply passionate about empowering women to take charge of their financial futures.
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The Woman & Finance Podcast
The Bank Eats First: What you're actually paying towards your bond.
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In this episode, I break down how banks think about affordability, how interest rates impact your bond, and why your monthly repayment matters just as much as the purchase price. I will walk you step-by-step through real online home loan calculators and repayment calculators so you can see, in practice, how the interest rates impact your long-term finances.
You’ll learn:
How interest rates affect your bond over time
How to use home loan calculators with confidence
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or just planning for the future, this video will help you buy smarter.
Resources: https://www.ooba.co.za/home-loan/calculators/ and https://www.property24.com/calculators/bond
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