PRIME Financially woke: How Kenyans are investing today Wealth managers say young professionals, retirees, and business owners are increasingly showing a growing interest in saving and investing.
I have Sh4m in savings. Should I go study abroad or expand my business? I work as an online tutor and do data entry for a home health nurse. I have no debt.
I earn Sh49,000 net and spend Sh44,000. Should I borrow Sh500,000 to start a business? I am a 26-year-old accountant earning a net salary of Sh34,000. I also earn an additional Sh15,000 from a side hustle.
We pay rent Sh41,000, tithe Sh40,000 and have Sh900,000 savings – Is our budget okay? A financial lifestyle audit is anchored on three pillars: Calculating your net worth, tracking your money and spending with a budget.
I’m a boda rider with a new internship paying Sh20,000. How do I support my mother and son? The start of a new job in April is an ideal opportunity to build a habit of disciplined saving.
Can I plan for parenting without sacrificing my retirement goals? Saving for your retirement will also ensure that you do not use your children as a retirement plan for your future.
Help! I’m 30 with six years of work but no assets You need to track where your money is going by analysing your expenditure throughout the month.
Help! I’m a family man, 29, with net pay of Sh32,000 but stuck in debt Reduce your spending by reviewing your budget every month and finding areas to cut back.
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I earn Sh83,000 but have Sh1,000 left. How do I renovate my parents’ home and buy a car? Financial literacy is about having the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make financially responsible decisions.
Help! My husband and I took loan to buy a plot, we are now drowning in debt To free up cash for aggressive debt repayment, negotiate with your Sacco and bank to reduce your monthly instalments.
I’m moving to Nairobi for a new job; how do I budget and save on a Sh45,000 salary? To plan your money prudently, spend with a budget, track your money daily, set up a saving and investing fund, set financial goals and engage in a side hustle.
Help! I got a lorry on loan, now I can’t pay Sh146,000 monthly instalments Avoid financial strain from acquiring assets on credit and build an emergency fund for unexpected challenges.
I earn Sh150,000 monthly but save only Sh35,000. How can I afford land? 'A good budgeting tool will then enable you to manage the dance of your earnings in such a way that you can achieve some savings.'
Our chama has Sh3m. How do we raise more funds to buy Kiambu land, build maisonettes? We recently invested Sh500,000 in Ziidi Money Market Fund but we are disappointed that rates have fallen to around seven percent.
I earn Sh32,000. How can I expand my wife’s cereal business, buy pickup? How much would be ideal to borrow to expand the cereals business? Can my payslip afford it?
I’m a married nurse earning Sh45,000; I’m always broke by the 5th of every month To change your financial situation, you need to reprogramme your mindset.
I’m 50 and have lots of land. How do I reinvest for my retirement and new family? I would recommend having reliable health insurance coverage to avoid potentially costly medical bills in old age.
I’m in university; what do I do with my new Sh480,000 bet win? This money could be a stepping stone towards financial security, professional growth, or even starting a business.
I’m 18; how do I stop misusing my HELB money and invest it wisely instead? Every effective financial plan begins with good budgeting.
I make Sh61,000, how can I afford a plot in Kikuyu or Dagoretti? This is ambitious, but possible with careful planning, disciplined saving and strategic investments.
Help, I'm in a constant cycle of mobile phone loans Mobile phone loans are addictive and come with very expensive interest rates.
Is it worth taking on millions in debt to build rental houses? You may want to explore other financing strategies such as entering into a joint venture with a developer or seeking a low-interest loan.
