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Jaco Smit

Jaco Smit

Momentum Financial Planner | CFP®, BCommLLB


Momentum is a leading financial services provider in South Africa. Momentum’s broad range of advice, insurance, investments, and health offerings give clients the best possible financial solution. Let’s work together to find the best solution for you.

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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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Help your kids learn about credit
A short lesson about what credit is - for kids aged 8 to 12
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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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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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Let's talk about school fees and other monthly education costs
Use this calculator to work out your monthly school bills
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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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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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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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.
Tips
Congratulations on your engagement!
Here are a few tips to help you look after your special ring.
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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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