In this episode, I'm sharing a viewpoint that might make you uncomfortable. Despite all the talk about cost of living, Australians today have roughly double the purchasing power we had 60 years ago. So if that's true, why is everyone struggling to get ahead?You can read the article version here.🔗Resources & LinksMy book on AmazonAudiobook on Spotify & AudibleMortgage broker - My personal contact for all things home loans.Financial advice - An advisor I trust who can help with planning, retirement & strategyP.S. I share practical thoughts on wealth and freedom every two weeks in my free newsletter. Join here if you’d like to get those.🤝Connect with DaveWebsite: Strong Money AustraliaFacebook | Instagram | X/TwitterContact page Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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26. Making Big Money From Little Changes (Part 3)
In this episode, we're covering four more strategies that could be worth roughly $1 million dollars over 20 years. Some of these go against conventional wisdom, and they're all surprisingly simple to implement.You can read the article version here.🔗Resources & LinksMy book on AmazonAudiobook on Spotify & AudibleMortgage broker - My personal contact for all things home loans.Financial advice - An advisor I trust who can help with planning, retirement & strategyP.S. I share practical thoughts on wealth and freedom every two weeks in my free newsletter. Join here if you’d like to get those.🤝Connect with DaveWebsite: Strong Money AustraliaFacebook | Instagram | X/TwitterContact page Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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25. Earning More vs Spending Less
In this episode, I'm diving into one of the biggest debates in personal finance: should you focus on earning more money or spending less? Both sides have compelling arguments, so I'll walk you through the merits of both strategies, what we can learn from each, and explain how I think about it.You can read the article version of this podcast here.🔗Resources & LinksMy book on AmazonAudiobook on Spotify & AudibleMortgage broker - My personal contact for all things home loans.Financial advice - An advisor I trust who can help with planning, retirement & strategyP.S. I share practical thoughts on wealth and freedom every two weeks in my free newsletter. Join here if you’d like to get those.🤝Connect with DaveWebsite: Strong Money AustraliaFacebook | Instagram | X/TwitterContact page Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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24. What If Everyone Pursued Financial Independence?
In this episode, I'm tackling one of the biggest objections to the FIRE movement: what if everyone did this? What if everyone became frugal, retired early, and stopped working? Wouldn't the whole system collapse? Let's dive into why this concern, while understandable, isn't something we need to worry about.You can read the article version of this podcast here.🔗Resources & LinksMy book on AmazonAudiobook on Spotify & AudibleMortgage broker - My personal contact for all things home loans.Financial advice - An advisor I trust who can help with planning, retirement & strategyP.S. I share practical thoughts on wealth and freedom every two weeks in my free newsletter. Join here if you’d like to get those.🤝Connect with DaveWebsite: Strong Money AustraliaFacebook | Instagram | X/TwitterContact page Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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23. How I'd Reach Financial Independence Starting Today
In this episode, I'm answering one of the more common questions I get: could I actually repeat what I've done if I started from scratch right now? So we’ll run the numbers, and I’ll share what I’d do if I woke up tomorrow with no savings, and had to build financial independence all over again.Enjoying the show? The best way to support it is by sharing it with others or leaving a quick rating or review. It helps more people discover the podcast - cheers!You can read the article version of this podcast here.🔗Resources & LinksMy book on AmazonAudiobook on Spotify & AudibleMortgage broker - My personal contact for all things home loans.Financial advice - An advisor I trust who can help with planning, retirement & strategyP.S. I share practical thoughts on wealth and freedom every two weeks in my free newsletter. Join here if you’d like to get those.🤝Connect with DaveWebsite: Strong Money AustraliaFacebook | Instagram | X/TwitterContact page Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to the Strong Money Podcast.Hosted by Dave from Strong Money Australia, this show dives into the principles, mindset, and decisions that turn financial independence into a reality.Tune in to learn how you can build a freedom-focused lifestyle—where work is optional, and enjoyment is mandatory.Whether you’re already on your journey or just starting out, you’ll gain practical insights and inspiration to help you build financial strength, break free from the grind, and create a life with more meaning and freedom.Website: Strong Money AustraliaBook available on AmazonAudiobook on Spotify and Audible Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.