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Ross McMillan

Ross McMillan

Momentum Financial Planner | Certified Financial Planner


I’m a Momentum financial adviser and I help my clients reach their financial goals. Whether you need a bespoke investment portfolio or good quality advice on your health coverage, I’m here for you.

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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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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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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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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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How much you'll spend over Christmas
Find out what the average South African spends during Christmas and how to plan for the festive season.
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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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Thinking of buying sneakers?
Instead of buying new sneakers in 2016, you could have bought Nike shares and made your money grow 6-times over.
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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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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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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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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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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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