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Commercial Vehicles | Business Partnership Program

Financial education resources tailored for commercial vehicle business owners

Building a successful business from the ground up is no easy feat. You need a solid business plan, limitless reserves of energy and enthusiasm, and a little good luck to see you safely through the early years. Perhaps most importantly, you also need a strong grounding in the principles of business finance. Proper financial planning prepares you to withstand business downturns, take advantage of business opportunities and maximize your chances of business success. A poor understanding of business finance may not sink your startup immediately, but it will eventually steer you into rough waters.” Here, you will find resources and articles that can help you and your business trajectory soar.

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The worst financial advice you'll get this year
Here is a checklist for what NOT to do. If you follow these 10 tips, watch out - you’re at risk of making bad financial decisions.
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In 1980, a bag of Simba crisps cost 99c. How much do you think a 2l milk cost?
When you invest, you must beat inflation. This is why South Africans can't afford to put their money under the mattress.
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Having the difficult estate planning conversation with your family
Many families avoid talking about life insurance and estate planning. This is an opportunity to explain your decisions, so that no one feels hurt due to a misunderstanding.
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Getting a divorce? Check your life insurance policy.
Often you’ll need to make changes to your life policy after a divorce.
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It's good to talk to your kids about money
Families can use everyday 'teachable moments' to set their children up for financial success
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Why money isn't as simple as it seems.
These common beliefs about money are not necessarily true!
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Do you have financial anxiety? Here's how to calm your money nerves.
Do you procrastinate when it comes to opening the bills every month? Or stay awake at night worrying about money? Find out what financial anxiety is and how to manage it.
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Are your teenagers money smart?
Send this quiz to your teenagers and see how they do.
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Save on your premiums!
Every little bit helps. Please speak to us to make sure you’re not paying too much for your insurance, medical aid, life insurance, or other money products.
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Are you financially fit?
Take this quick quiz and find out.
Podcast
Do you feel overwhelmed thinking about money?
In this podcast Levashni Naicker (Communications Specialist) talks to Paul Nixon (Head of behavioural finance) about investor behavior, investment noise and what happens when we are faced with too many choices.
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Fun fact: In 1980, Pepsi cost R0.33. In 2023, it costs R9.99.
When you invest, you must beat inflation. This is why South Africans can’t afford to put their money under the mattress.
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Should you get insurance to protect your child?
5 reasons you should consider it and how Momentum can help.
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Do you really need income protection?
Income protection makes sure you get a regular income if you can't work because of a serious illness or injury. Do you need it?
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Warren Buffett's 5/25 rule
What one of the world's richest men says about prioritising.
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Rules for good money management.
4 pointers for your 2023 financial plan.
Podcast
Making sense of annuities
In this podcast Niel Joubert (Communications Manager) talks to Elri Pienaar (Manager: Income and Structured Solutions) about annuities.
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Fun facts about money for younger kids
Do this quiz with your younger kids to start getting them interested in money.
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Have you updated your will?
You’ve dedicated your life to make sure your loved ones are taken care of. Don't leave them worrying about their finances because your estate was short of cash.
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Do you pay towards the care of your parents as well as your children?
The ‘sandwich generation’ is shorthand for those who financially look after parents as well as children. Are you part of the sandwich generation? If so, you need to consider your parents’ needs in your financial plan.
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You can't get back time. Don't waste it.
Life lessons on managing your time.
Podcast
Do good while making returns.
In this episode Levashni Naicker (Communications Specialist) talks to Kudzayi Ziso (Corporate Portfolio Solutions Portfolio Manager) about the topical subject of responsible investing and why it should appeal to investors.
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Let's debunk some myths about car insurance.
Are red cars more expensive to insure? Here's where you find the answer!
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Has your financial position changed?
Use this checklist to find out if you have all your financial bases covered.
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5 tips for building your emergency savings fund
It’s more important than ever to build up emergency savings that you can fall back on when the world gives you a financial knock.
Article
Worried that you made the wrong decision about your medical aid?
Every December, you have had to choose whether to change the medical aid you’re on, or keep to your current option. But if you feel you’ve made the wrong choice, all is not lost! Let’s look at what you can change during the year.
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Life insurance is very different to an investment - here’s why.
Most people need both insurance and investments in their financial plans. Before you make any decisions, make sure you understand what insurance is.
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Welcome to your fun fund!
We have all heard of an emergency and rainy-day fund, but what about a fund for the good times?
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Help your employees become financially secure
If one of your employees becomes disabled or severely ill, will they be able to manage financially?
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Are you making these common money mistakes?
Your long-term wealth depends on the choices you make with each challenge you encounter as you move through life. Check how you are doing with this quiz.
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Is it time to change the amount of your life cover?
Even if your life insurance increases each year, you should review the amount of cover at these key moments.
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Pay less for your medical aid
But make sure you still get the cover you need.
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The Momentum insurance checklist
Being over-insured is as bad as being under-insured. Make sure you have the right cover for you. Discuss your needs with a Momentum Money Coach.
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Living the good life!
So you’ve tied the knot and want to have a great life. But do you and your partner think about money the same way?
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