Jessica Taylor is a budgeting and financial planning expert based in Stellenbosch, specializing in helping South African families manage their money effectively. Originally from George in the Garden Route, Jessica has over 9 years of experience in personal finance coaching and budget planning. She holds a BCom in Financial Management from Stellenbosch University and is a certified financial coach. Jessica has developed innovative budgeting strategies specifically for South African households, taking into account unique challenges like load shedding costs and fluctuating fuel prices. She's particularly passionate about helping young professionals and families build emergency funds and achieve their savings goals. Jessica also runs financial literacy workshops in Afrikaans and English across the Western Cape.