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Friends With Money

Money Magazine
Superannuation
Financial Planning
Savings Accounts
Financial Advice
Travel
Financial Freedom
Loan Products
Personal Finance
Foreign Transactions
Housing Affordability
Investment
Financial Independence
Investment Options
Financial Goal Setting
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Currency Conversion
Money Saving Tips
2024 Federal Budget
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Interest Rate Hikes

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 ... more

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Latest Episodes

The Bank of Mum and Dad is booming, but without the right planning a generous gesture can turn into a legal and financial headache.

On this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by William Moore, partner and head of... more

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Help to Buy is finally here. So how do shared equity schemes work and are they a solution to unlocking homeownership?

This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Jack Elliott, mortgage broker and national first home ... more

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After a turbulent 12 months for markets, how are Australian stocks shaping up heading into 2026?

This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Jun Bei Liu, co-founder and lead portfolio manager at Ten Cap, to discuss t... more

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Coming up with financial resolutions for the new year is easy. Setting realistic goals – and following them through – is the real challenge.

This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by behavioural economist and psych... more

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Recent Guests

Jack Elliott
Mortgage broker and national first home buyer specialist.
Alcove and First Home Unlocked
Episode: Shared equity: Unlocking home ownership?
Jun Bei Liu
Co-founder and lead portfolio manager at Ten Cap
Ten Cap
Episode: 2026 Equities preview
Phil Slade
Behavioral economist and psychologist
Episode: Your money resolutions for 2026
Tristan Dakin
Australian New Zealand Country Manager at Wise
Wise
Episode: Summer travel tips
Chris Grice
CEO of National Seniors Australia
National Seniors Australia
Episode: What is a reverse mortgage?
Derek Gascoigne
Private Client Advisor at UniSuper
UniSuper
Episode: First home super saver scheme
Sarah Meggison
Personal finance expert at Finder
Finder
Episode: Christmas survival guide
Alex Homer
Chief Customer and Brand Officer at Insurance Group TAL
TAL
Episode: Inside Super: Understanding "living insurance"
Matthew Gibbs
Author of the 'Frankly Speaking' story in Money Magazine
Money Magazine
Episode: What are franking credits?

Hosts

Tom Watson
Senior journalist at Money Magazine
Michelle Baltazar
Editor-in-Chief at Money Magazine

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 99 ratings
  • Great podcast but needs less ahs

    Tom constant use of ah is unpleasant to listen to. Needs some interview training.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    JB93#
    Australia6 months ago
  • Good info

    Thanks Michelle & guests for your podcasts. Really liked the Boomer to Zoomer trading secrets recently.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NarelleHooper
    Australiaa year ago
  • Retirement

    This topic was a very low level information session. So many broad statements made which offer little to no effective retirement strategies.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gorgeous Boo
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great

    Great bite-sized pod with super practical financial advice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @chrisveraa
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great content!

    Really enjoying the friends with money podcast. Excellent relevant information. It’s helping me on my journey to become financially educated!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Esthair
    Australia2 years ago

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Great podcast that provides practical financial advice on a variety of topics.
Engaging discussions with knowledgeable guests make financial concepts accessible and interesting.
Some listeners appreciate the practical tips, though audio quality and certain delivery styles have received mixed feedback.

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#33
Australia/Business/Investing
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#93
Australia/Business

Talking Points

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Shared equity: Unlocking home ownership?
Q: What are the potential disadvantages of shared equity schemes?
There are limited lender options, ongoing eligibility reviews, and the need to share equity growth with the government upon sale.
Shared equity: Unlocking home ownership?
Q: What if someone needs to sell a property purchased through Help to Buy?
When you sell, you pay back the government a percentage of the property's value at that time, which includes any growth or loss.
Shared equity: Unlocking home ownership?
Q: What are the eligibility criteria for the Help to Buy scheme?
You need to be an Australian citizen, at least 18 years old, earning under the specified income caps, and you must not own another property.
Shared equity: Unlocking home ownership?
Q: Can you explain the broader idea of shared equity schemes?
Shared equity is essentially a partnership model for buying a home where the government or a private partner contributes part of the purchase price.
2026 Equities preview
Q: What advice would you give to investors heading into 2026?
Investors should remain patient and be agile as there are opportunities in the current volatility, particularly with substantial movements in share prices.

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Focusing on personal finance, the content provides practical advice on earning, spending, and investing money wisely. With a diverse range of topics from saving strategies to investment options, key discussions often feature expert insights on emerging markets, retirement planning, and innovative financial products such as annuities and reverse mortgages. The dynamic conversations include interviews with industry professionals, ensuring listeners receive timely and relevant information to enhance their financial literacy. The engaging presentation style combined with informative content creates a compelling experience for those seeking actionable financial knowledge.

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Friends With Money launched 5 years ago and published 264 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Jack Elliott
2. Jun Bei Liu
3. Phil Slade
4. Tristan Dakin
5. Chris Grice
6. Derek Gascoigne
7. Sarah Meggison
8. Alex Homer

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