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Stocks for your stocking 2025
After a turbulent year for the local market, which Australian stocks could shine in 2026?This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Dale Gillham, chief investment analyst at Wealth Within, to run through the Australian companies that investors may want to consider adding to their Christmas lists.00:00 Introduction02:31 2025 Australian market recap07:54 Large cap picks for 202612:55 The world of micro caps18:43 Concerns about index funds21:04 Conclusion#friendswithmoney #tomwatson #dalegillham #shares #investingPodcast Links:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyMoney WebsiteYouTube Podcast PlaylistEmail Us: [email protected] stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbR
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What is a reverse mortgage?
Rising property values have left many retirees rich on paper but short on cash, so are there options for those looking to utilise their home equity?This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Chris Grice, chief executive of National Seniors Australia, to discuss reverse mortgages, equity releases schemes and the government-run Home Equity Releases Scheme. 00:00 Introduction00:28 The 'asset rich, cash poor' dilemma01:24 Exploring reverse mortgages07:03 Addressing concerns about reverse mortgages9:24 Equity release schemes10:11 Introduction to the Home Equity Access Scheme13:54 Comparing equity release options16:02 Conclusion #friendswithmoney #tomwatson #chrisgrice #reversemortgages #homeequityPodcast Links:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyMoney WebsiteYouTube Podcast PlaylistEmail Us: [email protected] stories like this in our newsletter: bit.ly/3GDirbR
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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/3GDirbR
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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/3GDirbR
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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/3GDirbR
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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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