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Friends With Money

We all have questions about money; how to earn it, how to spend it, and the best ways to invest so we can watch it grow. The Friends With Money podcast, created by Money Magazine (Australia’s longest-running and most-read personal finance magazine), shares its extensive network of finance experts, in-depth knowledge of markets and timely advice to help you understand the world of money. Hosted by senior writer, Tom Watson, and editor-in-chief, Michelle Baltazar, Friends With Money is a weekly chat

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19:31

Is it time to refinance?

Friends With Money ·

2025/03/11

Interest rates are beginning to fall, so could now be a prime time to take stock of your mortgage and consider switching lenders? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Graham Cooke, head of consumer research at Finder, to discuss the latest interest rate movements and the ins and outs of refinancing a home loan. How have banks reacted to the recent RBA cut? What are the lowest mortgage rates on the market? Can negotiating with your current lender

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10:53

Super for all ages

Friends With Money ·

2025/03/04

Like the idea of giving your superannuation balance a bump up, but don’t know where to start? The good news is that there’s no shortage of tactics to employ. This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Rebecca Cheevers and Sophie McRae of TelstraSuper Financial Planning to run through the steps Australians can take in their 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s to put themselves in a better position come retirement. They discuss: The impact that investment options

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13:17

Welcome to the future

Friends With Money ·

2025/02/25

Technological innovations are reshaping our lives, from the way we shower and sleep to how we go about purchasing property and holding assets. This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s managing editor Vanessa Walker is joined by senior journalist Tom Watson to delve into the cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of finance. They discuss: The latest gadgets at home Artificial intelligence in property investment Fractional share trading Asset tokenisation Green cryptocurrency

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16:02

5 myths about property buying

Friends With Money ·

2025/02/18

Buying a property for the first time can be hard enough as it is, let alone with all the myths and misconceptions out there. This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Emily Wallace, founder and director of buyers agency Wallace Advocates, to shine a light on five major misconceptions that surround the home buying process. Is buying an apartment a smart move? Are all body corporates poorly run? Can breaking into the market really be done? Are spare rooms a

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16:24

Inheritance and tax

Friends With Money ·

2025/02/11

Trillions of dollars are set to be inherited over the next decade as part of a huge intergenerational wealth transfer. So what are the tax implications for those involved? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Mark Chapman, Director of Tax Communications at H&R Block, to run through some of the major questions surrounding inheritance and tax. Does Australia have an inheritance tax? What are the tax implications for inherited property? Will inherited

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20:16

Manage your money: 5 proven methods

Friends With Money ·

2025/02/04

Three in four Australians rely on a specific method to manage their money, so which one could be the right fit for you? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Andrew Morrison, chief product and growth officer at Ubank, to talk about money management and five popular budgeting methods. They discuss: The importance of budgeting for financial health Five of the most popular budgeting methods The 50/30/20 method, envelope system and zero-based budgeting Automating

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5:14

Bonus: The cost of dying

Friends With Money ·

2025/02/02

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18:09

Generate passive income with ETFs

Friends With Money ·

2025/01/28

Can you generate passive income with ETFs? In this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar sits down in the studio with deputy head of investments and capital markets at VanEck, Jamie Hannah, to discuss how best to capitalise on the ETFs in your portfolio. How to invest in Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) What are some of the popular ETFs Managing and withdrawing your profits Tax and bookkeeping Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Money Website YouTube Podcast

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20:24

Your 2025 financial refresh

Friends With Money ·

2025/01/21

The start of the year can be a great time to check in on your finances and make adjustments. But what’s the best way of going about it? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Rachel Wastell, personal finance expert at Mozo, to run through three steps aimed at giving your finances a refresh and setting you up for the year ahead. They discuss: Reviewing home loan and savings rates The benefits of streamlining accounts Consolidating your debt The role of

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20:43

Investing: Recap & 2025 forecast

Friends With Money ·

2025/01/14

From the success of the Magnificent Seven to moments of real volatility, 2024 was a year to remember for equity markets. But what does 2025 have in store? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Chief Strategy Officer at Tiger Brokers, Greg Boland, to reflect on the performance of share markets in 2024 and look ahead at how markets may fare this year. They discuss: The major events and themes of 2024 Winners and losers on the ASX How US markets performed last

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12:57

Best of the Best

Friends With Money ·

2025/01/07

Ever wondered what the best wine, car, or super fund in Australia is? Each year, we scrutinise the Australian market to uncover the best of the best products and services for you. This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar and Vanessa Walker are in the studio to reveal the top 2025 award winners! And the top picks are... Best Super Fund Best Investment Manager Best Flexible Home Loan Overall best ETF Manager Best wines and books PROMO CODE: X2412MON (Annual digital and

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18:58

Your 2025 investing resolutions

Friends With Money ·

2024/12/31

Sometimes making mistakes makes you a better investor in the long run. Knowing what mistakes to look out for can save you thousands. This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar chats with John Addis, Money contributor and author, about his biggest investing mistakes and how to avoid them. Should you manage your investments? When to sell a stock When not to invest in a stock What about a stock that you should have bought? #friendswithmoney #michellebaltazar #johnaddis

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14:42

What happens to damaged cash?

Friends With Money ·

2024/12/24

Ever wondered what happens to torn or dog-eared banknotes, and whether Australians can get a refund for handing them in? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Greg Dicinoski, chief scientist at the Reserve Bank’s Note Issue Department, to put damaged banknotes under the microscope. Just how prevalent are cash payments in Australia? What are the common, and more unusual, causes of banknote damage? What should you do with damaged cash? Can you get a

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19:24

The year in review

Friends With Money ·

2024/12/17

Cooling inflation. Soaring tech stocks. 2024 has been a significant year for news, so before it ends, it's time to look back on the major stories in the world of finance.This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined Money’s Managing Editor, Vanessa Walker, to reflect on some of the biggest events, trends and reforms in 2024 and how they’ve affected our financial lives. They discuss: Cryptocurrency ETFs and prices Easing inflation Interest rate stalemate Income tax cuts

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19:57

A change for the better

Friends With Money ·

2024/12/10

Sometimes, to achieve our goals, we need to change direction. But how do you determine whether you are on the right path to achieve your desired outcomes? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar chats with author, coach, and the former CEO of Xero, Steve Vamos, on how to get back on track and stick with your plan. The importance of clarity Staying on track by alignment Compliance is mandatory Having the difficult conversations #friendswithmoney #michellebaltazar

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5:43

Bonus: Bitcoin bonanza!

Friends With Money ·

2024/12/06

Bitcoin's value has blasted past the one hundred thousand mark and is expected to soar even higher in 2025. In this bonus episode of The Friends With Money Podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar and Vanessa Walker discuss the highs and lows of this volatile digital currency. Money online story: https://www.moneymag.com.au/why-crypto-prices-are-surging Bitcoin edition: https://www.magshop.com.au/Products/MON240701/money-magazine-july-2024-issue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:57

Negotiate your way to a better life

Friends With Money ·

2024/12/03

Navigating the art of asking for what you want can feel daunting, but strong negotiation skills can pave the way to success. Michelle Baltazar, Editor-in-Chief at Money, in this episode of the Friends With Money podcast chats with Glin Bayley, coach and author of 'The Negotiation Playbook: Strategies That Work and Results That Last', about why mastering negotiation is essential for achieving your life (and money) goals. They discuss: Preparation is the key Understanding intrinsic vs. extrinsic

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17:00

Stocks for your stocking

Friends With Money ·

2024/11/26

With the festive season upon us, present lists are being written around the country. But is there anything investors may want to add to their own wish lists? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by chief investment analyst at Wealth Within, Dale Gillham, to chat about the state of the market and the Australian companies which could shine bright in the near future. How has the share market been performing recently? Which local sectors look promising? Are there

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22:53

Prime your financial fitness

Friends With Money ·

2024/11/19

Are there simple measures we could be taking every day to improve our money habits and our overall financial health? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Simi Rayat, psychologist and author of Productivity Joy, to chat about the relationship between psychology and money. They discuss: When and how are people’s attitudes towards money formed? Why does money spark emotion that doesn’t appear with other issues? How can confirmation bias and sunk-cost fallacy

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19:06

Holiday season shopping hacks

Friends With Money ·

2024/11/12

The sales season is fast approaching, so how can shoppers make sure that they actually grab a bargain on Black Friday or Boxing Day? This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Sarah Megginson, personal finance expert at Finder, to preview this years’ sales season and discuss the steps consumers can take to maximise their savings. Are sales events like Black Friday genuinely a good time to shop? Should Aussies do anything before the sales to help them get a bargain

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