How To Money Podcast

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Stuart Wemyss from ProSolution, an independent financial advice and mortgage broking firm. Kate and Stuart discuss ways young people can build wealth over the long-term, the role of luck in investing, learning the rules of the game and understanding your own tolerance to risk and volatility.Show Notes: howtomoney.online/how-to-money-podcastProSolution: www.prosolution.com.auHTM Website: howtomoney.onlineHTM Twitter: @HowToMoneyAUSHTM Instagram: @How...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Paul Benson. Paul is a qualified financial advisor at Guidance Financial Services, host of the Financial Autonomy Podcast and newly published author of Financial Autonomy. Kate and Paul discuss finding your own path to financial success, why starting a business is worth considering, speculate on the future of work and talk about how to turn your ideas into reality.Show Notes: howtomoney.online/how-to-money-podcastFinancial Autonomy Website: financia...

In this bonus episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Danielle Ecuyer, an experienced investor and the author of Shareplicity. Shareplicity is a new book that takes the complexity out of share investing, explains concepts simply and in plain English, and provides go-to steps to get started. Dani answered a quickfire round of listener questions, following on from the previous episode Researching and Investing in Australian Shares.Get 20% off your copy of Shareplicity at Major St Publishing using c...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Danielle Ecuyer, an experienced investor and the author of Shareplicity. Shareplicity is a new book that takes the complexity out of share investing, explains concepts simply and in plain English, and provides go-to steps to get started. Kate and Dani discuss skills new share investors should build, macro economic trends, red flags to avoid and how to identify quality companies.Get 20% off your copy of Shareplicity at Major St Publishing using code ...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Sally McMullen from Finder, one of Australia’s leading comparison sites. Sally is Finders millennial money expert and co-host of the Pocket Money podcast. Kate and Sally discuss how young Australians are managing their money during COVID-19, how to make your money go further and creative side hustle ideas.Show Notes: howtomoney.online/how-to-money-podcastFinder: https://www.finder.com.au/HTM Website: howtomoney.onlineHTM Twitter: @HowToMoneyAUSHTM I...

NB - This episode was recorded on 10/03. Given the changing nature of the current climate, some things have changed since the date of the recording.In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Laura from NGS Super, an industry superannuation fund for those in non-government education and community organisations. Kate and Laura discuss some of the basics of super and getting involved with your financial future.Show Notes: howtomoney.online/how-to-money-podcastNGS Super: https://www.ngssuper.com...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Effie Zahos from Canstar, one of Australia’s leading financial comparison sites. Kate and Effie discuss how our childhood affects our money mindset as adults, how we can reflect on our financial story and helping young children in our lives develop strong financial skills.NB: Apologies for the audio in the 2nd half! Sometimes doing everything remotely can be challenging, but we'll definitely work on audio quality in season 3.Show Notes: howtomoney.o...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to David from Credit Simple, about the dangers of deadweight flatmates. Kate and David discuss the risks of having all the bills in your name when sharing with flatmates, the impact this can have on your credit score and ways to protect yourself financially in a share house.Show Notes: howtomoney.online/how-to-money-podcastCredit Simple: www.creditsimple.com.auHTM Website: howtomoney.onlineHTM Twitter: @HowToMoneyAUSHTM Instagram: @HowToMoneyAUSPlease ...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Paridhi from SkilledSmart, an Australian company that runs courses on money, wealth & personal finance for adults. Kate and Paridhi discuss the #1K30DAYS challenge, setting yourself small financial goals and interesting ways to make more money outside your day job.Show Notes: howtomoney.online/how-to-money-podcastSkilledSmart Website: skilledsmart.com.auHTM Website: howtomoney.onlineHTM Twitter: @HowToMoneyAUSHTM Instagram: @HowToMoneyAUSPlease send...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Paul Benson, a fellow podcaster who runs the Financial Autonomy Podcast. Kate and Paul discuss how the Australian sharemarket works, why some people choose to invest directly in shares over other products like ETFs, some key terminology and what to stay clear of as a beginner.Financial Autonomy Podcast: https://financialautonomy.com.auShow Notes: howtomoney.online/how-to-money-podcastHTM Website: howtomoney.onlineHTM Twitter: @HowToMoneyAUSHTM Insta...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Fred from Finder, one of Australia’s largest consumer comparison sites. Kate and Fred discuss the details of open banking in Australia, how Australians will be able to use their data and whether any of this actually leads to better outcomes for the consumers.Show Notes: howtomoney.online/how-to-money-podcastFinder AustraliaHTM Website: howtomoney.onlineHTM Twitter: @HowToMoneyAUSHTM Instagram: @HowToMoneyAUSPlease send any questions, feedback or epi...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Rebecca from Proforce, a new financial coaching company for young Australians. Kate and Rebecca discuss the role of financial coaches and advisers, some of the basics you should know about how they operate and finding the right service and person for you.Show Notes: howtomoney.online/how-to-money-podcastProforce Wealth: https://proforcewealth.com.auHTM Website: howtomoney.onlineHTM Twitter: @HowToMoneyAUSHTM Instagram: @HowToMoneyAUSPlease send any ...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Balaji Gopal, the Head of Product Strategy at Vanguard Australia, one of Australia's leading ETF providers. Kate and Balaji discuss what is investing, working out your investment goals, different investment products and the basic building blocks of a diversified portfolio.This episode was kindly supported by Etax Accountants, Australia’s number one online tax agent. Head to www.etax.com.au today to finish your tax return online in minutes.Show Notes...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Tom from Goodments, a company helping to create a more sustainable future by making it easy to invest in good businesses. Goodments match you to over 2000 international shares and diversified ETFs that best fit your values. Kate and Tom discuss micro-investing, how to get started buying shares and filtering companies based on your values.This episode was kindly supported by Etax Accountants, Australia’s number one online tax agent. Head to www.etax....

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Tom from Goodments, a company helping to create a more sustainable future by making it easy to invest in good businesses. Goodments match you to over 2000 international shares and diversified ETFs that best fit your values. Kate and Tom discuss micro-investing, how to get started buying shares and filtering companies based on your values.This episode was kindly supported by Etax Accountants, Australia’s number one online tax agent. Head to www.etax....

65% of Australians don’t know what their credit score is, do you?In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to David from Credit Simple, a company that provides Australians with a free tool to check and monitor their credit score. Kate and Daniel discuss what credit scores are, how they’re calculated, and how to check and improve your credit score.This episode was kindly supported by Etax Accountants, Australia’s number one online tax agent. Head to www.etax.com.au today to finish your tax retu...

65% of Australians don’t know what their credit score is, do you?In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to David from Credit Simple, a company that provides Australians with a free tool to check and monitor their credit score. Kate and Daniel discuss what credit scores are, how they’re calculated, and how to check and improve your credit score.This episode was kindly supported by Etax Accountants, Australia’s number one online tax agent. Head to www.etax.com.au today to finish your tax retu...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Jodie Hampshire, the Managing Director of Russell Investments Australia, one of the world’s leading asset managers. Kate and Jodie discuss the value of financial advice for young Australian’s and the role financial advisors can play in your life.This episode was kindly supported by Etax Accountants, Australia’s number one online tax agent. Head to www.etax.com.au today to finish your tax return online in minutes.Show Notes: howtomoney.online/how-to-...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Jodie Hampshire, the Managing Director of Russell Investments Australia, one of the world’s leading asset managers. Kate and Jodie discuss the value of financial advice for young Australian’s and the role financial advisors can play in your life.This episode was kindly supported by Etax Accountants, Australia’s number one online tax agent. Head to www.etax.com.au today to finish your tax return online in minutes.Show Notes: howtomoney.online/how-to-...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Ben from Gecko, an online platform where you can rent out items around your home that you’re not using for some extra cash. Kate and Ben discuss how Gecko works, opportunities in the sharing economy for extra cash, starting a company at university and some of the challenges young entrepreneurs can face.This episode was kindly supported by Etax Accountants, Australia’s number one online tax agent. Head to www.etax.com.au today to finish your tax retu...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Nathan from Wildcard, an app that gives you a portion of your pay every day, so you’ve always got money to spend. Kate and Nathan discuss saving and budgeting tips for young Aussies, the reverse budget (Wildcard method) and building good financial habits.This episode was kindly supported by Etax Accountants, Australia’s number one online tax agent. Head to www.etax.com.au today to finish your tax return online in minutes.Show Notes: howtomoney.onlin...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate spoke to Nathan from Wildcard, an app that gives you a portion of your pay every day, so you’ve always got money to spend. Kate and Nathan discuss saving and budgeting tips for young Aussies, the reverse budget (Wildcard method) and building good financial habits.This episode was kindly supported by Etax Accountants, Australia’s number one online tax agent. Head to www.etax.com.au today to finish your tax return online in minutes.Show Notes: howtomoney.onlin...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, Kate and Susan dive into the rise of neobanks and digital financial products in Australia. They discuss what neobanks are up to, how they differ from traditional institutions, regulation in Australia and why having more competition is good for you (the consumer).This episode was kindly supported by Etax Accountants, Australia’s number one online tax agent. Head to www.etax.com.au today to finish your tax return online in minutes.Show Notes: howtomoney.online/how-...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast Kate spoke to Ele from BetaShares, one of Australia’s leading ETF providers. Kate and Ele discuss common myths about Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), including the major misconception that they’re just a passing phase (they’re not)! For background on ETFs check out our first episode with BetaShares in Season 1.This episode was kindly supported by Etax Accountants, Australia’s number one online tax agent. Head to www.etax.com.au today to finish your tax return online ...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast Kate spoke to Dr Daniel Crosby, who is a psychologist and behavioural finance expert from the States. Kate and Daniel chat about the emotions impacting our financial decisions, mitigating our behavioural biases when we're investing and automating our finances. Side note - Kate discovered post recording that our Australian Superannuation assets totalled $2.8 trillion at the end of the March 2019 (as reported by the ASFA)!This episode was kindly supported by Etax Ac...

We all want to make better financial decisions but we often don’t have the time, don’t know where to start or don’t have the extra money to make these financial decisions. In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, we’ve invited Mark from Hip Money on the show, who has created a free app aimed designed to make paying off your mortgage a more engaging experience, so you can put more money aside and wipe years off your loan. We cover some of the things young Aussies should know prior to taking out a mortgag...

In this episode of the How To Money Podcast, we invited Ashley Debenham from Etax Accountants to cover tax return basics, plus provide you with tips to ensure you get the best possible tax refund. We also discuss some common dedications to keep an eye out for, and why it might be beneficial to source assistance from an accountant when doing your tax return. Please bear in mind the audio is a little more rustic than usual in the episode (as we recorded from different locations)!Etax Accountants: www.etax.com...

In this episode, Kate had the pleasure of chatting with Julia Lee, Equities Strategist from Bell Direct. We spoke about setting goals for the new financial year, things to look out for and reminding ourselves to use our tax return for good (it’s not free money)! Julia also talks about a few stocks climbing the market at the moment, and where to invest outside of your bank account.Show Notes: howtomoney.online/how-to-money-podcastHTM Website: howtomoney.onlineHTM Twitter: @HowToMoneyAUSHTM Instagram: @HowToM...

This episode of the How To Money Podcast covers what the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) actually does, the RBA cash rate, inflation and what the recent reduction in the cash rate means for us.The Reserve Banks job is to achieve price stability, full employment, and the economic prosperity and welfare of the Australian people. The RBA does this by using an inflation target to help keep inflation between 2–3%, on average, using the cash rate. The Reserve Bank Board meets eleven times a year, on the first Tue...

When you enter the world of investing for the very first time, everything looks like a potential opportunity, and everyone online will be telling you something different. Look one direction you’ll see someone promoting CFD trading, another way they’ll be spruiking stocks and turn around to find another IPO for the next big thing! I get it, I really do, everyone's got something to sell or a point to get across, and maybe it really did work for them, but investing is already confusing enough without all these...

Risk and investing is a tricky and very personal subject. Ask 10 people on a train their opinion on skydiving and you’ll be sure to get a wide range of viewpoints, and it’s exactly the same when it comes to an individual's view and tolerance of risk. In this episode, we dive into the different types of risks that might affect an investor, and why it’s so important to be aware of the risks involved with an investment product and their personal risk tolerance! Show Notes: https://howtomoney.online/how-to-mone...

So you’re just about ready to start investing; you understand diversification, your risk tolerance and have a bit of an idea on how shares and ETFs work, but you’ve just realised that you’re not actually sure how to buy this ETF or share you’re really keen on. Luckily for you, we’ve had a few goes at setting up trading accounts through a handful of different platforms, and have bought and sold many shares and ETFs in Australia. So grab a chair and let us take you through the steps required to buy a share in...

Have you been following the events of the Banking Royal Commission, and everything that followed? I can’t blame you if not, it’s dragged on for the best part of a year, and although scandalous revelations were made regarding certain companies and practices in the financial services sector, it’s been a highly political extravaganza.After many months, the final Royal Commission Report has been handed in by Commissioner Hayne. How many of the recommendations that both parties have committed to actually get imp...

As we head into 2019, you may have already started putting your New Year’s resolutions together or setting some overall goals and intentions for the year ahead. Whatever your plans are for 2019, it’s always a good goal to work on your personal finances and take actionable steps to increase your knowledge each year. Whether it’s consolidating your superannuation accounts so you’re not paying fees to multiple providers, cutting up your credit card or learning about Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), now is the per...

Welcome to another episode of the How To Money podcast! Join the How To Money team as they take on the task of demystifying the confusing world of money, and help kick-start your financial education journey.In this episode Kate is joined by Ele from BetaShares to discuss Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and how investors can use them to diversify your investment portfolio. As always, check out the ASIC Moneysmart website for more information on ETFs and everything else money related.Send your questions, topic s...

Welcome to another episode of the How To Money podcast! Join Kate and Susan as they take on the task of demystifying the confusing world of money, and help kick-start your financial education journey.In this episode Kate and Susan explore the basics of managed funds, the difference between unlisted and listed managed funds and some of the benefits and risks associated with them. As always, check out the ASIC Moneysmart website for more information on managed funds and everything else money related.Send your...

Welcome to another episode of the How To Money podcast! Join us as we take on the task of demystifying the confusing world of money, and help kick-start your financial education journey. In today’s episode, we welcome special guest Bessie Hassan from Finder.com.au to chat about comparing financial products, and the things you should look out for. ​As always, check out the ASIC Moneysmart website for more information on everything money related.Send your questions, topic suggestions and feedback to us @How...

Welcome to another episode of the How To Money podcast! Join Kate and Susan as they take on the task of demystifying the confusing world of money, and help kick-start your financial education journey. ​In today’s episode, we chat about bonds, more specifically financial bonds (also known as fixed interest or debt securities). This episode covers what bonds are, how they work, how they differ from shares and why people choose to invest in bonds.As always, check out the ASIC Moneysmart website for more infor...

Welcome to another episode of the How To Money podcast! Join Kate and Susan as they take on the task of demystifying the confusing world of money, and help kick-start your financial education journey. In today’s episode we chat about shares, more specifically what they are, why do people buy them, how you can get started and a few of the key benefits and risks when getting started with shares. Please keep in mind that it’s a huge topic - one that many people spend their entire life learning about, so please...

Welcome to another episode of the How To Money podcast! Join Kate and special guest Joyce as they take on the task of demystifying the confusing world of money, and help kick-start your financial education journey. In today’s episode, we chat about saving and spending money during university. Sadly Joyce pointed out that money does not grow on trees, but she gave us some great tips for managing your finances during university!As always, check out the ASIC Moneysmart website for more information on money and...

As Christmas draws near we wanted to give you a quick wrap up episode, with some tips for budgeting and spending less at Christmas time. Did you know that approximately 43% of Aussies won’t keep track of Christmas spending this year?Australia’s Christmas Spending via MoneySmartCommonwealth Bank Christmas Consumer Spending 2017 Study 12 Money Tips for Christmas via MoneySmartThanks for all of the support during our first few episodes of the How To Money podcast, and we look forward to bringing you bigger a...

Everyone is vulnerable to scams so it is important to stay informed on how to identify and avoid being scammed. You may be saying that it would never happen to you, but scammers are staying up to date with the world and tailoring their scams accordingly, so it is a good idea to stay aware about the latest scams making the rounds.In 2016, the ACCC’s Scamwatch and the Australian Cybercrime Online Reporting Network received a combined 200,000 reports about scams. Losses reported to Scamwatch and various report...

In today’s episode, we chat about why we really spend money (need, want, emotion and environment), and discuss the questions we should ask ourselves before we make our next purchase.1. Why are you really spending this money? Is it based on an emotion, need, want, or the environment that you're in?2. What value do you place on this purchase, and is it worth the time you spent earning the money?3. If you left the store right now, would you still want this purchase in a month's time, and would you buy it?As al...

Welcome to another episode of the How To Money podcast! Join Kate and Susan as they take on the task of demystifying the confusing world of money, and help kick-start your financial education journey.In today’s episode we chat about the concept of saving; specifically developing a savings mindset, the benefits of planning and reaching your savings goals.As always, check out the ASIC Moneysmart website for more information.Send your questions, topic suggestions and feedback to us @HowToMoneyAUS or leave them...

Welcome to the fourth episode of the How To Money podcast! Join Kate and Susan as they take on the task of demystifying the confusing world of money, and help kick-start your financial education journey.In today’s money conversation episode we chat to special guest Lesley about her financial education journey, and some of the key lessons she’s learned along the way.As always, check out the ASIC Moneysmart website for more information.Send your questions, topic suggestions and feedback to us @HowToMoneyAUS o...

Welcome to the third episode of the How To Money podcast! Join Kate and Susan as they take on the task of demystifying the confusing world of money, and help kick-start your financial education journey.Today's episode focuses on superannuation, specifically why it’s such an important asset and why you should care. Superannuation - it’s your money! Check out the ASIC Moneysmart website for more information.Send your questions, topic suggestions and feedback to us @HowToMoneyAUS or leave them here on iTunes....

Welcome to the second episode of the How To Money podcast! Join Kate and Susan as they take on the task of demystifying the confusing world of money, and help kick-start your financial education journey.Today's episode focuses on credit cards and debit cards. Check out the ASIC Moneysmart website for more information.Send your questions, topic suggestions and feedback to us @HowToMoneyAUS or leave them here on iTunes....

Welcome to our first episode of the How To Money podcast! Remember all that stuff that they didn’t teach you in school? No? Well, How To Money is here to discuss everything from taxes to first jobs, superannuation to credit cards.Join Kate and Susan as they take on the task of demystifying the confusing world of money, and help kick-start your financial education journey. Today's episode focuses on savings and transaction accounts. Please check out the following links for more information.List of Australian...

Welcome to our introductory episode for the How To Money podcast!Remember all that stuff that they didn’t teach you in school? No? Well, How To Money is here to discuss everything from taxes to first jobs, superannuation to credit cards.Join Kate and Susan as they take on the task of demystifying the confusing world of money, and help kick-start your financial education journey.Send your questions, topic suggestions and feedback to us @HowToMoneyAUS or leave them here on iTunes....