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First home super saver scheme
Ready to start building a deposit towards your first home? The First Home Super Saver Scheme could help you reach your target faster.This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Derek Gascoigne, private client adviser at UniSuper, to run through the nuts and bolts of the First Home Super Saver Scheme (FHSSS).00:00 Introduction00:55 Overview of the First Home Super Saver Scheme05:40 Eligibility criteria09:21 How to access your FHSSS contributions14:36 Planning and important considerations17:23 Final thoughts and advice20:15 Conclusion#friendswithmoney #tomwatson #derekgascoigne #superannuation #fhsssPodcast Links:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyMoney WebsiteYouTube Podcast PlaylistEmail Us: [email protected] stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbRMentioned in this episode:Best of the Best 2026 on sale now!
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Christmas survival guide
With the festive season fast approaching it's time to get serious about budgeting, spending and avoiding post-Christmas debt.This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Sarah Meggison, personal finance expert at Finder, to run through a survival guide and a host of financial tips for the 2025 festive season.00:00 Introduction01:05 Financial hurdles of the festive season02:14 Black Friday: The perfect time for Christmas shopping?05:55 Budgeting and planning for Christmas expenses13:37 Avoiding post-Christmas debt16:50 Are these festive season scenarios faux pas or fair play?23:16 Conclusion#friendswithmoney #tomwatson #sarahmegginson #christmasPodcast Links:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyMoney WebsiteYouTube Podcast PlaylistEmail Us: [email protected] stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbRMentioned in this episode:Best of the Best 2026 on sale now!
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Inside Super: Understanding "living insurance"
In this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Michelle Baltazar speaks with Alex Homer, chief customer and brand officer at insurance group TAL, about navigating life and living insurance. They discuss the importance of insurance for younger people, different types of living insurance, and how superannuation funds can help. Alex also shares practical tips for young workers and the self-employed on obtaining and managing insurance. 01:19 Defining life and living insurance01:54 Understanding living insurance types05:23 Insurance in superannuation funds11:02 Practical tips for young workers14:24 Bonus Round: Superannuation payments for gig workers15:57 Conclusion and final thoughtsPodcast Links:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyMoney WebsiteYouTube Podcast PlaylistEmail Us: [email protected] stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbRMentioned in this episode:Best of the Best 2026 on sale now!
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Super changes and you
A new wave of superannuation changes is on the horizon, so what could they mean for your retirement?This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Shane Hancock, general manager of retirement at AustralianSuper, to unpack proposed changes to higher super balances and the low income super tax offset (LISTO) and provide an update on payday super.00:00 Introduction01:28 Tax changes on higher super balances05:31 Low Income Superannuation Tax Offset (LISTO) explained10:44 Payday super update13:40 The importance of staying informed about super16:40 Conclusion#friendswithmoney #tomwatson #shanehancock #superannuationPodcast Links:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyMoney WebsiteYouTube Podcast PlaylistEmail Us: [email protected] stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbRMentioned in this episode:Best of the Best 2026 on sale now!
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What are franking credits?
In this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Vanessa Walker, managing editor of Money Magazine, delves into the topic of franking credits with Matthew Gibbs, the author of 'Frankly Speaking' in Money Magazine's October issue. Matthew explains the concept of franking credits, how they work, and their implications for shareholders in Australia. He discusses the benefits and potential downsides, highlighting the impact of corporate tax rates and providing examples to illustrate these points. #friendswithmoney #vanessawalker #matthewgibbs #frankingcredits00:20 Understanding Franking Credits00:54 Detailed Explanation of Franking Credits03:56 Tax Implications for Shareholders07:37 Examples and Calculations11:52 Potential Changes in Corporate Tax RatesPodcast Links:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyMoney WebsiteYouTube Podcast PlaylistEmail Us: [email protected] stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbRMentioned in this episode:Best of the Best 2026 on sale now!
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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 senior writer, Tom Watson, and editor-in-chief, Michelle Baltazar, Friends With Money is a weekly chat with a variety of credentialed guests that you won’t want to miss. Listening and learning will help you on the path to financial freedom.

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