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The Money Puzzle

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Unlock your wealth potential with The Money Puzzle.

Featuring two power-packed episodes each week packed with smart money-making strategies, from superannuation to investing in shares, plus in-depth analysis of property markets.

Get tips from leading experts and practical tools to help build lasting wealth.

Submit your questions at themoneypuzzle@theaustralian.com.au.

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Interest rates are moving higher again as the RBA renews its battle with inflation: It's time to think seriously about inflation-proofing your investments, and that means a lot more than buying some gold.

Chris Brycki of the Stockspot group joins A... more

'You can't get into the property investment market for less than $1m' is something you may hear regularly...but is it true? High-profile investor Nathan Birch says not only can you get into the market for $300,000 or less, but you can do it without n... more

Whether you are with a big super fund - or run your own SMSF - the outstanding risk for your long-term return is whether your portfolio is appropriate for your age? The chances are that you are being too conservative because you are going to live a ... more

Gold prices jumped dramatically last year and then soared through the $US5,000 milestone last month: Now the price is suddenly heading south as profit takers push the price down closer to $US4,660. Some listeners may have missed the gold rally, our g... more

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Recent Guests

David Franklyn
Fund manager and co-founder of a funds management group specializing in gold investments.
Argonaut Gold Fund
Episode: Gold... is this the pullback you've been waiting for?
Peter Esho
Property financier with a focus on investment properties
Flexdoc Group
Episode: Property tax risks rise for the year ahead
Jack Tossol
A financial advisor known for his provocative views on property investment.
Partners Wealth Group
Episode: Summer series: Is your home the worst investment you’ll ever make?
Alan Kirkland
ASIC commissioner with oversight on consumer affairs
ASIC
Episode: Do I really need that much? The problem with superannuation calculators
Sam Price
Buyer's advocate based in Brisbane with over 15 years of experience in property management and buying throughout southeast Queensland.
Templeton
Episode: The Olympic-sized property opportunity
Cameron Kusher
Independent consultant at Kusher Consulting, formerly with CoreLogic
Kusher Consulting
Episode: Nowhere to move: The hidden driver of rising house prices
Max Shifman
CEO of Intrapac, a developer active across Australia
Intrapac
Episode: Why house prices will keep going higher... even without further rate cuts
Josh Chiat
Mining stock writer and correspondent for Stockhead
Stockhead
Episode: The Critical Minerals boom - how to play it?
Tim Lawless
Head of Research at Cotality, formerly CoreLogic
Cotality
Episode: Investors derailed! Hard lessons from Sydney Metro

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James Kirby
Host of The Money Puzzle, bringing expertise in finance and wealth management discussions, and engaging with various industry experts.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • It’s just OK

    TLDR: Another Murdoch Empire stooge editorialising on right wing politics… I think I’m going to call time on the Money Puzzle. It’s much less entertaining since he split with Alan Kohler and has turned into a bit of a James Kirby waffle-fest. He brings on guests but often interrupts them to answers his own questions, goes off on tangents and waffling editorials and takes guesses at answering questions without knowing the answers. It’s still OK, just not great. If you’re pretty right wing and onl... more

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    Tig42
    Australia6 months ago
  • What happened

    I’ve listened to the money puzzle for years and its a shame the quality of content and guests is worsening over the years. You’ve lost a listener. It’s quite obvious the right wing bias of the Australian is getting to Kirby and co. Obvious sour grapes for this organisation that does not reflect the Aussie voter.

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    smith171717
    Australia7 months ago
  • Too many adverts

    Really undermines the impartiality and credibility of this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SimonAlfref
    Australiaa year ago
  • Millennials need space

    So true about millennials moving to get access to houses or homes with space. Raising kids in a unit designed for investors is hard work. Loved this episode, an actuate picture of what’s happening.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Nina joyjoy
    Australiaa year ago
  • Shameless promotion of property speculation!

    No, private property investors are not essential! Whoever thought speculation on a basic need such as housing was ok is beyond the pale. Housing should be provided by governments and not for private mum-and-dad investors who expect to profit off the backs of the less fortunate. Shame on you for promoting property investment! Stick to shares and stocks which doesn’t directly hurt people by driving up property prices and making housing unaffordable!

    Apple Podcasts
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    devia8
    Australiaa year ago

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Some express frustration with perceived political biases and feel that discussions at times favor wealthier perspectives over broader financial inclusivity.
A significant number of reviews highlight the educational value of the content, particularly for those navigating the complexities of investing and property markets.

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Listener Questions Answered : Defensive assets, super tax sting and US investment risks
Q: What's your advice for the general reader on this new tax in terms of long term structuring?
Concentrate on equalizing balances for couples and look into investment options outside of super.
Listener Questions Answered : Defensive assets, super tax sting and US investment risks
Q: Could you just explain what is the new super tax as we know it redrafted? How does it work?
The new super tax imposes a separate tax charge on earnings for balances over 3 million and additional taxes for balances over 10 million.
Property tax risks rise for the year ahead
Q: What are your thoughts on the current state of SMSF lending?
AMP's return to SMSF lending indicates renewed confidence and potential stability in that area.
Property tax risks rise for the year ahead
Q: Do you believe we will see a removal of negative gearing?
Any changes might target only new properties while keeping existing investments grandfathered.
The outstanding property opportunity in 2026
Q: What impact do you think interest rate changes will have on property investment?
Wemyss believes that higher interest rates will compress more people into the apartment market, as those who can no longer afford higher price points will seek out more affordable options.

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Focus on practical financial strategies aimed at empowering listeners to make informed investment decisions. Episodes cover a variety of topics, including superannuation, property investment, mortgage rates, and critical minerals, delivered through conversations with industry experts. Notably, there is an emphasis on understanding the complexities of the financial landscape in Australia, making it relevant for listeners interested in wealth management and financial literacy. The dual-episode format each week also provides timely insights into current market trends and investment opportunities, making it valuable for both novice and experienced investors.

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The Money Puzzle launched 9 years ago and published 595 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. David Franklyn
2. Peter Esho
3. Jack Tossol
4. Alan Kirkland
5. Sam Price
6. Cameron Kusher
7. Max Shifman
8. Josh Chiat

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