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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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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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How much would you have today if you had invested R1,000 in Apple 10 years ago?

Think you know the answer?

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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.

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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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Dink jy daaraan om tekkies te koop?

In plaas daarvan om in 2016 nuwe tekkies te gekoop het, kon jy in Nike-aandele belê het en jou geld ses keer vermenigvuldig het.

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Does your husband or wife avoid talking about life insurance?

Death is a tough subject to address - but if something happens to you or your spouse, life insurance will help secure your children's future.

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Pretfeite oor geld vir jonger kinders

Doen hierdie vasvra met jou jonger kinders om hulle belangstelling in geld aan te wakker.

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Let's talk about school fees and other monthly education costs

Use this calculator to work out your monthly school bills

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Rules for good money management.

4 pointers for your 2023 financial plan.

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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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Every person in the world has 3 currencies...

One is money. What are the other two?

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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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You can't get back time. Don't waste it.

Life lessons on managing your time.

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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.

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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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Do you know which extra benefits come with your salary?

If you’re employed, the chances are that you get retirement and insurance benefits along with your salary.

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Financial to-do list if you're planning to have a baby

Life often hands us surprises, and we can’t plan for every situation - but if you follow this financial to-do list, you’ll be better prepared for your life as a parent.

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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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South Africans are investing internationally - from their armchairs

There has never been a better time to set up your international investment.

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Premium lamb chops for R6.60

Sounds dodgy, right? See how inflation can leave a bad taste in your mouth.

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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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Do you earn more than your partner? Let’s talk about it.

When one partner earns more than another, there’s bound to be complications. It’s time to talk about how to manage your finances, especially if you’re in the tricky position of earning more than your partner.

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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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Are you about to have a baby?

You have probably thought about baby clothes and nappies, but have you got your finances in check? Do this quiz and find out.

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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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