Ever felt like life just keeps testing you… one heartbreak after another? This week’s Money Diary isn’t just about grief, it’s about the admin that comes with it (and no one warns you about). After losing both her parents, our diarist found herself deep in paperwork, probate, Centrelink forms, and co-executor chaos… all while pregnant and juggling two little ones at home. From the emotional mess of selling the family home to navigating bank accounts, and all the estate drama, this is the side of money we don’t often talk about, but so many of us will face. And through it all? She’s budgeting, investing for her kids, and still somehow holding it together. This episode is a reminder that sometimes, surviving is the win. If you want to learn how to start building your own investment portfolio, The Investing Masterclass is open for enrolment. Join us here. Ready to binge more relatable, inspiring, and downright juicy money stories? Check out our ultimate Money Diaries playlist. Listen now Join our Facebook Group AKA the ultimate support network for money advice and inspiration. Ask questions, share tips, and celebrate your wins with a like-minded crew of 300,000+. And follow us on Instagram for Q&As, bite-sized tips, daily money inspo... and relatable money memes that just get you. Acknowledgement of Country By Natarsha Bamblett aka Queen Acknowledgements. The advice shared on She's On The Money is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. She's On The Money exists purely for educational purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Victoria Devine and She's On The Money are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Do You Actually Want to Buy a House or Just Feel Like You Should?
It starts as a simple question: should I buy a house or invest in the share market? What begins as a classic money dilemma quickly unravels into a much bigger conversation... about pressure, identity, and whether the goals we’re chasing are even ours to begin with. Plus, we tackle a seriously juicy DM about uprooting your entire family for a “life-changing” job (that may only last a few years), whether commuting ruins your happiness, and why it might be time to outsource your vacuuming. Oh, and there’s also a heated musical theatre debate and some spicy ADHD brain revelations in there too.WANT LEARN HOW TO INVEST? The Investing Masterclass is here. Ready for more laughs, lessons, and unhinged money chats? Check out our oh-so-bingeable Friday Drinks playlist. Listen here. Join our 300K+ She's on the Money community in our Facebook Group and on Instagram. Acknowledgement of Country By Natarsha Bamblett aka Queen Acknowledgements. The advice shared on She's On The Money is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. She's On The Money exists purely for educational purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Victoria Devine and She's On The Money are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EOFY Glow-Up: 5 Ways to Get Your Finances Together, Fast
Feel like your 2025 money goals ghosted you around February? You’re not alone... and babe, it’s time for a financial glow-up. In this episode, we’re using EOFY energy to reboot your budget, clean up your spending habits, and get your money working for you (not the other way around). We’re talking five fast, feel-good steps to sort your finances before June 30 hits, and no, it’s not about cancelling every brunch or surviving on rice and regrets.In this episode:💅 “Keep, Cut, Switch”: the spicy budgeting game your bank account needs💅 How to get a better deal on your bills without speaking to a single soul (yes please)💅 A supercharged tip your retirement fund will write you a thank-you note for💅 The sneaky super hack that could fast-track your house deposit (and feels a lot like legal money laundering 👀)💅 Why your spending habits might actually be... feelings in disguiseReady to feel calm, in control and like an actual financial adult by Christmas? Let’s go.Want to start growing your money? Join The Investing Masterclass here.Join our Facebook Group AKA the ultimate support network for money advice and inspiration. Ask questions, share tips, and celebrate your wins with a like-minded crew of 300,000+. And follow us on Instagram for Q&As, bite-sized tips, daily money inspo... and relatable money memes that just get you. Acknowledgement of Country By Natarsha Bamblett aka Queen Acknowledgements. The advice shared on She's On The Money is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. She's On The Money exists purely for educational purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Victoria Devine and She's On The Money are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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“I Had No Plan B”... Now She’s Building Wealth Like a Boss
What do you do when your entire career plan falls apart.... and you're 26, jobless, and living back with your parents? This week’s Money Diary is the plot twist we didn’t see coming: our diarist went all in on her dream to join the Army as a psychologist, only to face a medical discharge that left her completely derailed. With no plan B, she found herself burned out, broke, and scrambling. But that’s not where her story ends. Fast forward: she’s in a meaningful career, investing like a pro, and just bought her first investment property with her boyfriend. We’re talking big glow-up energy, with money habits to match. 💸 What she learned from burning through $30k of savings💸 How salary packaging gave her an extra $20k a year💸 Why separate bank accounts changed everything💸 The one money habit that turned it all around💸 How she built a $70k share portfolio by age 26💸 And the juicy details of her first investment property It’s one of those episodes that’ll have you rethinking your money habits, rewriting your budget, and realising maybe plan A wasn’t the best plan after all.If you want to learn how to start building your own investment portfolio, The Investing Masterclass is open for enrolment. Join us here. Ready to binge more relatable, inspiring, and downright juicy money stories? Check out our ultimate Money Diaries playlist. Listen now Join our Facebook Group AKA the ultimate support network for money advice and inspiration. Ask questions, share tips, and celebrate your wins with a like-minded crew of 300,000+. And follow us on Instagram for Q&As, bite-sized tips, daily money inspo... and relatable money memes that just get you. Acknowledgement of Country By Natarsha Bamblett aka Queen Acknowledgements. The advice shared on She's On The Money is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. She's On The Money exists purely for educational purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Victoria Devine and She's On The Money are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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This Car Finance Mistake Could Cost You Thousands
This week, we’re talking about one of the biggest money traps out there: car finance. It seems simple... buy the car, pay it off... but what if the way you’re financing it is quietly costing you thousands? From mortgage refinancing to dealership loans, Victoria breaks down the smart ways (and not-so-smart ones) to fund your next car, and the red flags to look out for before you sign anything. And we've got a heated child support DM that had us all fuming. When a co-parent uses child support as ammo against their ex, what’s fair game, and what crosses the line? We get deep into emotional manipulation, kids' financial literacy, and how to protect your peace (and your children’s) when the other parent is being... not so financially kind. Plus, it's Friday so there's all the unhinged money chats you know and love. WANT LEARN HOW TO INVEST? The Investing Masterclass is here. Ready for more laughs, lessons, and unhinged money chats? Check out our oh-so-bingeable Friday Drinks playlist. Listen here. Join our 300K+ She's on the Money community in our Facebook Group and on Instagram. Acknowledgement of Country By Natarsha Bamblett aka Queen Acknowledgements. The advice shared on She's On The Money is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. She's On The Money exists purely for educational purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Victoria Devine and She's On The Money are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Australia’s #1 finance podcast. Ready to take control of your money without the stress (or boring lectures)? This is the show for you. Hosted by award-winning financial expert and your ultimate money hype girl, Victoria Devine, SOTM makes personal finance relatable, empowering, and —yes—actually fun. Join a community of 400,000+ smashing their financial goals, from buying their first property to learning to invest, levelling up their careers, or tackling budgeting, saving and debt— all without giving up their morning latte. From Deep Dives into the topics you care about, to pervy looks at real-life Money Diaries or cheeky Friday Drinks money talk with the girls, Victoria and her team make finance feel like your group chat—just way better for your bank balance.
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