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Making Cents

The podcast for people who want financial freedom, without giving up their coffee.That means it"s time to make the money world make cents. Join Frances Cook, best-selling author and award-winning journalist, to talk about the proven ways to invest your way to financial independence, buy your first home, or just get your spending under control.Every Monday we have the week"s feature interview, with someone who"s done something interesting with their money. From paying off a mountain of debt, or

business investing

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14:52

The pocket money debate: Should kids earn it or just...

Making Cents ·

2025/07/16

Should kids get pocket money, and what’s the best way to teach them to use it?Welcome to Ask the Experts, where each week we talk to people in the industry to get the inside word on what’s happening right now, and what that means for the tactics that you should use to make the most of your money.Pocket money seems simple, but it can actually be one of the most powerful tools to shape a child’s long-term relationship with money. So… should you pay kids for chores? Give it freely? Or skip it

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19:08

Could you save on insurance, or should you cancel it?...

Making Cents ·

2025/07/15

Fast Money with Jim Mora on Sunday Morning with RNZ. Chatting everything from why your groceries are so expensive, how to save money on insurance, why house prices are down, and how to get the best mortgage rate.LinksFollow Frances Cook on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, or join the Money Memo newsletter for a free weekly money tip in your inbox each week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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40:56

Bitcoin for boomers: How crypto going mainstream is...

Making Cents ·

2025/07/13

Welcome to Making Cents, the podcast for people who want financial freedom without giving up their coffee. I’m Frances Cook, an independent financial journalist and fellow financial freedom seeker who makes money simple for you.Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are no longer just for tech bros and Reddit threads. As crypto edges closer to the mainstream, new ways to invest are opening up, including through fully regulated, tax-efficient managed funds.In this episode, I’m joined by Anthony Edmonds,

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16:01

The mortgage mistake that’s costing you thousands...

Making Cents ·

2025/07/09

Welcome to Ask the Experts, where each week we talk to people in the industry to get the inside word on what’s happening right now, and what that means for the tactics that you should use to make the most of your money.Buying a house is one of the biggest financial commitments most people ever make, and unless you’re one of the lucky few born into millions, chances are you’ll need a mortgage to do it.But here’s the part most people don’t realise: how you structure that mortgage can be the difference

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8:34

More food tips that'll save your budget (fast edition)

Making Cents ·

2025/07/08

A replay of a conversation with the 1News Breakfast team, on the best tips to save money from your food budget.Making Cents is supported by our friends at Kiwibank.LinksFollow Frances Cook on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, or join the Money Memo newsletter for a free weekly money tip in your inbox each week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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48:26

“Food shouldn’t be this expensive” - chef Alice...

Making Cents ·

2025/07/06

Grocery prices have gone off the rails. Butter costs more than brunch, olive oil feels like a luxury item, and meat? Don’t even ask.It’s enough to derail your entire budget, and for many Kiwis, it already has.In this episode of Making Cents, I’m joined by Chef Alice Taylor, the force behind @AliceTaylorEats, whose cheap, delicious, and realistic recipes have built a devoted following online. She’s also furious about how hard it’s become just to feed yourself well, and she’s doing something about

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18:16

One in three NZers 'accidentally' bought a house?...

Making Cents ·

2025/07/02

Welcome to Ask the Experts, where each week we talk to industry insiders to get the inside word on what’s happening in the market, and what that means for the tactics that you should use to make the most of your money.Here’s a wild stat to kick things off: almost one in three New Zealanders have accidentally bought a house.Not just wealthy investors, we're talking first-home buyers too.So how on earth does that happen? And what does it tell us about the current New Zealand housing market, property

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4:17

Quick Hit: Is a revolving credit mortgage worth it?

Making Cents ·

2025/07/01

A highlight clip from the February 3rd episode, “From how I invest, to getting rid of the mortgage fast: A chaotic Ask Me Anything episode”, with Frances CookLinksFollow Frances Cook on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, or join the Money Memo newsletter for a free weekly money tip in your inbox each week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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23:37

Should you invest in gold?

Making Cents ·

2025/06/29

Welcome to Making Cents, the podcast for people who want financial freedom without giving up their coffee.I’m Frances Cook, an independent financial journalist and fellow financial freedom seeker who makes money simple for you.Has the world gone mad, and is that why gold prices are hitting record highs?With inflation, war, and market instability making headlines, more people are asking the same question: Should I be investing in gold?It’s the classic “safe haven” asset. But is it actually safe? And

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46:07

The US-Israel-Iran conflict shows chaos is the new...

Making Cents ·

2025/06/26

In a live episode of Making Cents, it's time to decode the tension still simmering in the US-Iran-Israel conflict, and the reaction from the money world. Oil prices, KiwiSaver balances, inflation pressure, and economic growth could all be impacted. What does this mean for your money?Host Frances Cook is joined by top financial minds to unpack what’s happening and what you can do about it:Jarrod Kerr, chief economist at KiwibankMichael Gorin, wealth adviser at AdviceFirstGareth Kiernan, chief

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14:28

Is renting really throwing money away?

Making Cents ·

2025/06/25

Welcome to Ask the Experts, where each week we talk to people in the industry to get the inside word on what’s happening right now, and what that means for the tactics that you should use to make the most of your money.I’m sure you’ve heard this one before: that you need to do everything possible to buy a house, right now, as soon as possible, because rent is dead money and you are falling behind every single day that you don’t own your own home.But is that true?Not necessarily. There’s a lot more

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8:16

Why being too polite, costs you

Making Cents ·

2025/06/24

A replay of a conversation with the 1News Breakfast team, on how being too polite could actually cost you thousands of dollars. Making Cents is supported by our friends at Kiwibank.LinksFollow Frances Cook on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, or join the Money Memo newsletter for a free weekly money tip in your inbox each week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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43:39

I spent $20,000 on my hair - and I'm a financial advisor

Making Cents ·

2025/06/22

Welcome to Making Cents, the podcast for people who want financial freedom without giving up their coffee.I’m Frances Cook, an independent financial journalist and fellow financial freedom seeker who makes money simple for you.If your hair really bothered you, to the point where you thought about it all the time, would you spend $20,000 on a permanent fix?Today’s guest did exactly that. And not only does he say it was worth it, he also says it was a good financial decision.That’s a bold claim, but

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16:46

By age 7, your money personality is locked in — can...

Making Cents ·

2025/06/18

Welcome to Ask the Experts, where each week we talk to people in the industry to get the inside word on what’s happening right now, and what that means for the tactics that you should use to make the most of your money.Here’s a scary stat for you: there’s research that shows your money personality is already set, done, dusted, by the time you’re seven. Seven! That’s well before most parents start talking to their kids about money — let alone teaching them how to save, budget, or understand the value

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11:59

Will property bounce back, should you invest in gold?

Making Cents ·

2025/06/17

Fast Money with Jim Mora on Sunday Morning with RNZ. Chatting everything from what's happening with the economy, will house prices go back up, and should you be investing in gold at a time like this?LinksFollow Frances Cook on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, or join the Money Memo newsletter for a free weekly money tip in your inbox each week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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50:33

Why Jay-Jay Feeney started a business with ex Dom...

Making Cents ·

2025/06/15

Welcome to Making Cents, the podcast for people who want financial freedom without giving up their coffee.I’m Frances Cook, an independent financial journalist and fellow financial freedom seeker who makes money simple for you.You’ll definitely recognise the name of today’s guest - Jay-Jay Feeney, who was on the airwaves across New Zealand for 33 years.A radio career that many would kill for, except she decided to chuck it all in, and launch a business instead.Taking all of that radio knowledge and

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18:27

The hidden cost of being single: How to beat the...

Making Cents ·

2025/06/11

Welcome to Ask the Experts, where each week we talk to people in the industry to get the inside word on what’s happening right now, and what that means for the tactics that you should use to make the most of your money.Here’s a horrifying stat: economist Shamubeel Eaqub crunched the numbers and found that single people spend 14% more than couples.In some categories, it’s even worse. Housing? 53% more. Healthcare? 40% more.That’s not avocado toast. That’s basic survival.This episode is all about what

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10:05

Investing red flags to watch out for

Making Cents ·

2025/06/10

A replay of a conversation with the 1News Breakfast team, on red flags to watch out for if you're investing in the sharemarket. Making Cents is supported by our friends at Kiwibank.LinksFollow Frances Cook on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, or join the Money Memo newsletter for a free weekly money tip in your inbox each week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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55:25

Spain, sun, and investing: The real way to move...

Making Cents ·

2025/06/08

Welcome to Making Cents, the podcast for people who want financial freedom without giving up their coffee.I’m Frances Cook, an independent financial journalist and fellow financial freedom seeker who makes money simple for you.This episode is for anyone torn between living life and staying smart with money. Because you don’t have to choose just one.When Mireia Muller-Pallares decided to leave her 9–5 and move to Spain, she wasn’t willing to blow her savings or give up on her future goals. So she

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10:14

Thank you.

Making Cents ·

2025/06/05

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