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Better With Money

The Irish Times
Budgeting
Investing
Financial Management
Debt Management
Financial Literacy
Side Hustles
Electric Vehicles
Cost Of Living Crisis
Personal Finance
Financial Independence
Saving Strategies
Tax Credits
Ireland
Travel Influencing
Mortgages
Savings
Household Expenses
Financial Psychology
First-Time Buyers
Dublin

NEW EPISODES are here, starting on February 24th. If you find managing your money a struggle, this is the podcast for you. From The Irish Times, Better With Money is a crash-course in how to spend responsibly, save effectively and make big financial decisions wisely.

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Better with Money is on a break for Easter so we are revisiting our favourite episode from last year, all about the "sinking fund." It's a fancy way of saying you have separate of pots of savings for specific expenses. There's a legion of advocates w... more

The 'admin party' is the latest social media trend promising to save you money. The idea is it's a social, accountability-based way to tackle money-draining life admin. But does it work? Host Aideen Finnegan is joined by Irish Times journalists Niamh... more

No one knows more about organising an unforgettable holiday on a tight budget than Cork woman Stephanie Barry Woods. She and her husband Tim have been travelling the world for the past decade, having every type of experience imaginable. From road tri... more

On this St. Patrick's Day, we are discussing gold as an investment choice; why it has soared in value, whether novice investors should get involved, and the approaches they could take. We're joined by MD of DNG Financial Services Cian Carolan and jew... more

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Recent Guests

Anita Collins
Maths teacher from County Limerick, runs Efficient Family Life on Instagram
Efficient Family Life (Instagram)
Episode: Sinking Funds: How the viral trend can transform your finances
Stephanie Barry Woods
Travel expert
Self-employed travel expert based in Bangkok
Episode: 'You can holiday in Vietnam for the price of a week in Greece' - budget travel strategies that work
Chupi Sweetman
Founder of Chupi Jewelry
Chupi Jewelry
Episode: Pot o' gold or Fool's Gold? What beginner investors need to know
Cian Carolan
Financial planner and MD of DNG Financial Services
DNG Financial Services
Episode: Pot o' gold or Fool's Gold? What beginner investors need to know
Senan Delargy
CEO of the Trinity Student Managed Fund
Trinity College Dublin (Trinity Student Managed Fund)
Episode: 'Start off with an amount that you're comfortable with losing': a beginner's guide to the stock market
Leah McMahon
Financial planner
Castle Capital
Episode: 'Tell them you want €40k' Pay negotiations, investing, and how to take financial control
Alan Purcell
Founder of Cloud Accounts Ireland and chartered tax advisor, known for simplifying complex financial jargon.
Cloud Accounts Ireland
Episode: ‘One couple had €1,500 waiting for them’: The tax refunds Irish workers aren’t claiming
Kelly Anne Quinn
Founder of Lifeplanning.ie and certified financial planner
Lifeplanning.ie
Episode: 'The biggest asset apart from the family home is the pension': How to talk about money in relationships
Conor Pope
Consumer Affairs correspondent and Pricewatch editor
Episode: 'It completely freed me from stress': The transformative power of sinking funds

Host

Aideen Finnegan
Host of Better With Money, Aideen Finnegan covers a wide range of financial topics while simplifying complex financial concepts for everyday listeners.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Loving this podcast!

    I’ve learned something new during every episode. The advice is super practical and un-intimidating and geared toward the person who finds finance overwhelming. Great interviewer, who asks practical q’s. Guests great so far. Keep up the good work 🙌🏼🙌🏼

    Apple Podcasts
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    Sparrow 75
    Ireland9 months ago

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Many commend the host's interviewing style and the quality of guest experts.
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The content is frequently described as non-intimidating and relatable, making finance less daunting.

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Apple Podcasts
#143
United Kingdom/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#173
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#3
Ireland/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#9
Ireland/Business
Apple Podcasts
#238
Russia/Business/Investing

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Pot o' gold or Fool's Gold? What beginner investors need to know
Q: What is the difference between buying physical gold and indirect exposure through funds or ETFs?
Physical gold requires storage and security considerations and ongoing costs, while indirect exposure via funds or ETFs is more convenient and accessible, though it includes ongoing fees and market tracking.
Pot o' gold or Fool's Gold? What beginner investors need to know
Q: What kind of person would you be saying, this makes sense for you?
It depends on the person's broader financial situation and whether they have an emergency fund and low debt; if they're financially prepared, a small allocation to gold could fit into a balanced portfolio.
'Tell them you want €40k' Pay negotiations, investing, and how to take financial control
Q: What is your approach to getting beginners started with investing?
Start with clear goals, establish an emergency fund, determine a five-year plan, and choose appropriate investment funds (often ETFs) that align with risk tolerance; avoid high volatility that could keep you up at night, and tailor choices to client needs.
'Tell them you want €40k' Pay negotiations, investing, and how to take financial control
Q: What are practical tips for negotiating a pay rise, and how do gender dynamics influence this process?
Understand your value and set expectations beyond the current offer; women often hesitate due to emotional concerns, while men may push for higher figures, but actively negotiating can lead to better outcomes and establish a standard for future raises.
'Tell them you want €40k' Pay negotiations, investing, and how to take financial control
Q: What budgeting framework do you recommend for couples trying to manage money smarter while still enjoying life?
A simple framework is 50/30/20: 50 percent on essentials (rent, groceries, mortgage), 30 percent on discretionary spending, and 20 percent on savings; real-life adjustments are common due to costs like childcare and deposits, but the goal is to preserve disposable income for living and experiences.

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2. Stephanie Barry Woods
3. Chupi Sweetman
4. Cian Carolan
5. Senan Delargy
6. Leah McMahon
7. Alan Purcell
8. Kelly Anne Quinn

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