Friends With Money

Investing lessons with Glen James

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s easy to start investing, but have you got the foundations, goals and financial structures in place to set yourself up for success? This week on...

Family loans: financial support between generations

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the rising cost of living squeezing budgets, many are finding it harder than ever to make ends meet. Sometimes, turning to family and friends for...

Scammed? Tips on how to bounce back

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Been scammed? You're not alone. Scams cost nearly $3 billion dollars in 2023 according to the ACCC, but there's hope at hand. In this episode of the F...

Mid-year market performance

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How have local and international markets performed in 2024 and how are things shaping up in the months to come? That’s the topic of discussion on th...

Who pays for aged care?

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Planning for aged care can feel overwhelming, but it's an important conversation to have. This week on the Friends With Money Podcast, financial exper...

Bonus: The winning bond advantage with Grant Hackett

28 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Grant Hackett, the CEO of GenLife, joins Money's Vanessa Walker to discuss why Bonds might be...

Crypto: risk vs reward

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Love it or loathe it, cryptocurrency has made its way into the mainstream. So for the crypto curious, what are the fundamentals worth knowing about? T...

Make your money work smarter!

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling the financial pinch? Your money can do more for you! Maybe it's time to make your money work smarter. This week on Friends With Money, Michell...

Investment insights with Natasha Etschmann

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Building wealth through investing is a gradual process – one that naturally comes with its fair share of success and setbacks. This week on the Frie...

Bonus: The July 1 changes you should know

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

July 1st brings money-savings changes! In this BONUS episode of the Friends With Money Podcast, Money's Vanessa Walker and Tom Watson break down the l...

Unlock property profits & practical tips

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's a lot of misinformation out there about building a property portfolio, and making the wrong decisions can seriously stall your investment jour...

Build wealth: Top investment markets

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Should your investment portfolio have a home bias, an international focus or something in between? On this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, ...

Unlock home ownership with friends

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can't afford to BUY a house on your own?  Property pals might be your answer! With the typical home loan repayment between $3000-$7000 PER MONTH, sha...

The truth about financial advice

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Forget confusing financial jargon and feeling lost in a sea of investment options!   Is a financial advisor the missing piece to your financial p...

Boost your savings: Find the perfect account

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australians have $1.5 trillion stashed away in deposit accounts, but are we losing out by settling for subpar savings rates? This week on the Friends ...

Start trading shares and build your wealth

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to build wealth but unsure how to begin? Investing in stocks is a great way to jumpstart your financial future. Thanks to new online platforms a...

Tax prep power tips & savings

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tax season is nearly upon us once again, so what are the tax changes you need to know about and the steps you can take to start to prepare? This week ...

The emotional rollercoaster of your finances

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know emotions can get in the way of how well you manage your money? Being aware of the money lessons you learned during childhood, and the fee...

Budget 2024: Will Aussies get relief?

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The 2024 Federal Budget is less than a week away, so what can we expect to see in the way of cost of living relief and other measures from the governm...

Money saving tips for travel

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Since Covid restrictions eased, we have been traveling overseas more than ever. But when budgets are tight, how can we save money and still have the h...

Tax time tidy up: get your super in shape

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The end of the financial year is fast approaching, so is now the time to check in on your super and consider an extra contribution? This week on the F...

Dreams to dollars: Building your money plan

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Whether it’s purchasing a home or paying off credit card, we all have financial goals we want to achieve, but seeing them through is not always the ...

Unlock your "super" power: Investment choices

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you thought about how your super is invested? Taking the time to consider, and even adjust, your investment settings could impact your balance do...

Riding the RBA Rate Waves

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Interest rates have reached a peak. At least, that’s the consensus among many experts who expect rates to start to fall in the near future. So how c...

What is a margin loan?

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered if it’s possible to take out a loan to build your share portfolio? After all, investment loans are common place in property investing....

Getting the best mobile and internet deals

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Home internet and mobile plans may have become part and parcel of everyday life, but that doesn’t mean you need to be paying over the odds to stay c...

Stop subconsciously sabotaging your financial goals

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to online shopping, we've quickly become experts at undermining our long-term financial goals. Making better decisions that prevent us f...

Stage 3 tax cuts explained

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australians are set to pay less income tax from July this year, so what’s changed and who will benefit the most? This week on the Friends With Money...

5 ways to get into the property market

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With prices soaring above a million dollars, breaking into the property market is a daunting quest. If you're just starting out, Is there a way to own...

Top performing ETFs of 2023

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australian investors poured billions of dollars into exchange-traded funds during 2023, but which ETFs returned favour with the best performance? This...

Retirement income strategies

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Retirees will naturally want to make the most of their super come retirement, so what kind of income strategies can they employ to ensure their nest e...

Top property picks for 2024

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Higher than expected price growth surprised many experts last year, but how will the property market perform in 2024? This week on Friends With Money,...

3 hot megatrends for smart investors in 2024

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

2024 is heating up to be a great year to invest in the stock market! What are the hot stocks you should be paying attention to? This week on the Frien...

Investing by colours

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What type of investor are you? To get the best return on investment, you need to know! This week on the Friends With Money podcast, by popular demand,...

Billionaire Masterclass

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to know how to make and invest lots of money, one of the best ways is to learn from someone who built their fortune and became a billionai...

How to invest in cybersecurity

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

According to the World Economic Forum, cybercrime is the fifth most pressing concern for the global economy. Governments worldwide are spending hundre...

New Year's resolution ideas to kick off 2024

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year! What will you do in 2024 to improve your financial health? This week on the Friends with Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar chat...

Reduce your carbon footprint

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Aussie banks are increasingly rolling out personalised carbon insights to their app users. But what are carbon footprints, and do they matter? This we...

Stocks for your stocking

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

2023 has been a bit of a mediocre year for the Australian market, but could 2024 prove brighter? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, host Tom...

Unlocking the profit of fixed income

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Back by popular request!  You wanted to know more about Bonds and how to unlock the profit of fixed-income assets - and we deliver! This week on the ...

Beware of the finfluencer

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know many Australians get their investment advice from social media finfluencers?  It's a frightening fact. A recent ASIC (Australian Securit...

Get ready, get set, retire!

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It may seem like a long time off, but are you ready for retirement? Planning for the future now will save you a lot of stress and frustration when you...

Digging into gold

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s often described as the safe-haven asset, but what makes gold so desirable to everyone from central banks to everyday investors? On this episode...

Getting your first home loan

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gearing up to buy your first home? Chances are you’ve got a question or two about the process of taking out a mortgage. On this episode of the Frien...

Banking just got personal

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Open banking is giving Australians the ability to share their banking data more securely and with fewer hurdles, but can it save people money? This we...

Bonus: could oil prices double?

05 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Global tensions in the Middle East have raised concerns that oil costs could spike, possibly doubling in price in the coming months. How will this aff...

Growth vs dividend stocks

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wondering if your investment strategy should be geared towards income, growth or both? On this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom ...

Super by the numbers

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How much money do you need to retire?  It's a question we get a lot here at Money Magazine - I mean a lot! The latest numbers are out from The Associ...

Have an epic retirement

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are a lot of myths and preconceptions when it comes to retirement. Regardless of age, you can put into action a plan today that will help you ac...

Is getting financial advice worth the cost?

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is it worth paying for financial planning, or can you do it on your own? A Financial Adviser can be quite costly, and do you get value for your invest...

Bonus: Today's market wrap

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this special bonus episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar chats with Alex Moffatt, Director at Joseph Palmer & So...

Why you should be investing in U.S. stocks

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Should you be investing in the U.S. stock market? This week on the Friends with Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar chats with Tim Townsend, Prof...

Investing myths busted!

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, it's relatively easy to start investing in stocks (you can even use a free app!), but roughly 49% of Australians have decided not to. Many have...

Bonds - the fixed income alternative

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After a woeful 2022 bonds appear to be making a comeback with investors. But how do they work, and what role do they have in a portfolio? This week on...

Spring property preview

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Spring is one of the busiest times of the year for property sales, but is this spring likely to be a sellers’ or buyers’ market? This week on the ...

Supercharge your super

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Voluntary contributions can have a significant impact on your super balance over time, but how much can you add and how can you make it happen? This w...

The credit crunch

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The cost of living is continuing to put a strain on the finances of many Australians, but how is it impacting our credit health? On this episode of th...

The problem with strata

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As the population grows, more Australians are living in strata-titled properties like units and townhouses than ever before. But what do buyers need t...

Surviving investment setbacks

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The doubling of mortgage interest rates have forced some homeowners to sell their property at a loss. How do you bounce back from that? This week on T...

Essential investment property strategies

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Over two million Australians are property investors, but they don’t always get their purchases right. So how can investors avoid mistakes, and set t...

The ETF advantage

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The popularity of exchange traded funds (ETFs) has surged in the past decade, but how much have they actually delivered for investors? On this episode...

The mortgage cliff defence

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Facing the prospect of a substantial rate hike? That’s the reality for many mortgage holders who locked in a super-low rate in 2020 or 2021, but it’...

The key to retiring rich

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Over 800 people retire daily in Australia, and that number is expected to balloon over the next decade. While most will leave the workforce with a "sw...

Stop worrying about money

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Stop stressing about money!  Or is that easier said than done? This week on the Friends with Money podcast, Money's editor-in-chief, Michelle Baltaza...

Bonus: Mid-year market outlook

09 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How has the share market performed so far in 2023, and what’s the outlook for the rest of the year? That’s the topic of discussion on this bonus e...

Investing with Equity Mates

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When all is said and done, sometimes the simple investing lessons like dollar-cost averaging can be the most valuable. This week on the Friends With M...

Work better. Get richer. Be happy :)

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Working smarter, not harder is the key to wealth and happiness. This week on the Friends with Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar chats with auth...

Protect yourself from scams!

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scammers fleeced a record $3 billion from Australians last year. Highly-sophisticated and brazen scammers are out to steal your hard-earned cash, and ...

The gold standard

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gold has enjoyed a recent resurgence on the back of high inflation, so should it have a home in your portfolio? On this week’s episode of the Friend...

The sweet spot

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a magic number in superannuation that allows retirees to make the most of their own money and the Age Pension. It’s called the super sweet...

Building a stock portfolio

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to build your own investment portfolio but don’t know where to start? On this week’s episode of Friends With Money, host Tom Watson is joine...

Paul Clitheroe’s top 5 money secrets

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're celebrating our 100th episode today by chatting with the man who started it all! This week on the Friends with Money podcast, editor-in-chief Mi...

Rethink property investment

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Investing in commercial property can be more lucrative than residential, but you need to do your homework.  Diving headfirst into this asset class, w...

BONUS: Budget 2023 recap

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode of the Friends with Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar and Tom Watson discuss some of the highlights of this year's Federa...

Tax time!

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With tax time fast approaching, a little preparation could literally pay off. This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joi...

Budget 2023 forecast

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the 2023 Federal Budget drawing near, what are the economic pressures facing the country and what can we expect to see when the budget is handed ...

Who cares about sustainable investing?

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to investing, should our values dictate where our money goes, or should they be left at the door? This week on the Friends With Money po...

Your savings maximiser

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After years of meager returns, rising interest rates have injected life back into savings accounts and term deposits. But how can savers get the best ...

Invest in a basket of stocks

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Investors have flocked to exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in recent years, but should they have a place in your portfolio? On this week’s episode of th...

Inflation busters

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

While inflation may be easing, the reality is that prices on all manner of goods and services are still rising rapidly. But are there opportunities fo...

Starting your own business

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Want to start your own business in 2023, but not sure where to begin? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar speaks wi...

Bye bye stamp duty?

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Stamp duty may soon be a thing of the past. This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar speaks with Stephen Timm, Managing ...

Financial help when you need it

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As the cost of living crisis continues to bite, more Australians are finding themselves in financial difficulty. But where can anyone who’s struggli...

Getting your affairs in order

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Paperwork can be tedious, but when it comes to organising your taxes, super, will, and health records, it's time well spent. This week on the Friends ...

Are women better investors than men?

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What kind of impact can the make-up of the teams behind your superannuation and managed investments have on the returns you get? That’s the question...

ASX stocks to watch in 2023

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking about investing in Australian shares for the first time, or adding to your existing portfolio? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, M...

Top 5 property tips for buyers in 2023

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With property prices falling and interest rates rising, what's a first-time property buyer to do? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's...

How to invest with $100 or less

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

investing in shares is easier than you think! This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar speaks with Brooke Roberts, Direc...

Top locations to buy in 2023

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is 2023 the year you take the plunge and buy an investment property? On this episode of Friends With Money, Money’s Senior Journalist Tom Watson is ...

Your summer money kickstart guide

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Taken a break from your finances over the new year? It’s easily done, but if you’re ready to re-engage then there a plenty of ways to whip your fi...

Streamline your household and save!

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Getting your house in order can help you save money and bring harmony into your life. This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Michelle Ba...

Renovate and save the planet

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that by simply renovating you can help save the planet? This week on the Friends with Money podcast, Money's Editor-in-Chief, Michelle Ba...

Dating after age 50

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Friends with Money Podcast, Money's Editor-in-Chief, Michelle Baltazar, speaks with Capital Advisory's Director of Financial Planning...

Tips for planning a knockdown and rebuild

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes renovating isn't enough and you need to start from scratch. Done wrong, rebuilding can be very costly and take longer than expected - so wha...

Money Hacks: Getting the best mobile and internet deals

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Spending a few minutes of your time researching online can save hundreds of dollars a year on your telecom bills. This week on the Friends With Money ...

The year that was

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve almost reached the end of another rollercoaster year, but before jumping into 2023, it’s time to take stock of 2022. In this special episode...

Getting the best out of super

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Getting the most out of your super is easier than you think. The secret? Show your super account some love! This week on the Friends With Money podcas...

Take control of your energy bills

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ready for summer but not for the higher energy bills that come with it? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by...

Getting your life in order

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that being organised can help cut down your household costs, but also make you money? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money'...

Understanding data can make you rich!

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learning how to interpret data properly can help make you wealthy!   This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar speaks w...