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SARS Financial Wellness Program - Mahikeng

SARS Financial Wellness Program - Mahikeng

In partnership with Momentum Financial Planning and Metropolitan Health


Helping employees grow by promoting employee learning and literacy, with the ultimate goal of improving their financial well-being.

Factoid
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.
Article
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.
Article
Getting a divorce? Check your life insurance policy.
Often you’ll need to make changes to your life policy after a divorce.
Tips
Are you sandwiched between looking after your parents and kids?
If you’re part of the sandwich generation, you’ll know how stressful this can get. Here are some tips on how to cope.
Article
It's good to talk to your kids about money
Families can use everyday 'teachable moments' to set their children up for financial success
Tool
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.
Video
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.
Article
Thinking of changing jobs?
Congratulations! But make sure you make the right decision when it comes to your retirement savings.
Form
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.
Tips
Lose your job? Don't make rash decisions.
Thinking of spending your payout? Paying off debt? Opening a business? Read this before you make any decisions.
Article
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.
Tool
Let's talk about school fees and other monthly education costs
Use this calculator to work out your monthly school bills
Factoid
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.
Form
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.
Factoid
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.
Tool
Let's debunk some myths about car insurance.
Are red cars more expensive to insure? Here's where you find the answer!
Form
Has your financial position changed?
Use this checklist to find out if you have all your financial bases covered.
Article
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.
Article
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.
Article
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.
Guides
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.
Video
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?
Guides
80% of New Year's resolutions fail!
Make a plan instead – here’s a 5-step guide.
Article
A maltese poodle got 12 million dollars as her inheritance...
But… only ended up with 2 million after the family disputed the will*. Get some tips to avoid disputes.
Video
Premium lamb chops for R6.60
Sounds dodgy, right? See how inflation can leave a bad taste in your mouth.
Form
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.
Tool
Pay less for your medical aid
But make sure you still get the cover you need.
Tool
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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