The Money Puzzle, with James Kirby

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Happy Liberation Day - Trump's turning point
Donald Trump's unleashing of his tariff program through the Liberation Day plan has the share market reeling - and the US market is reeling the most with the weakest numbers so far this year. As Trump's old colleague, Steve Bannon, calls for Liberation Day to be made a public holiday in the US, it's time to take a serious look at Trump and your investments. Cameron Stewart, Chief International Correspondent of The Australian joins Associate Editor Wealth, James Kirby in this episode. ----In today's show episode, we cover: Liberation Day - A milestone or a millstone? How long will Musk last at the top table with Trump? The role of crypto in Trump's plans* In defence of Defined Benefit Super schemes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Sharing home ownership with the government: What could possibly go wrong?
The 2025 Budget managed to squeeze in a few pre-election surprises. A teeny tax cut, a decision to 'do nothing' on pension access (with unchanged deeming rates) and a genuine move to upgrade the government's signature Shared Home Ownership program.The so-called Help To Buy scheme will be very popular, but what are the risks? In this episode, Will Hamilton of Hamilton Wealth Partners joins Associate Editor - Wealth, James Kirby. ----- In today's show, we cover * The biggest thing for First Home Buyers in years- Help To Buy* Why bracket creep undermines all tax cuts * Is the $3m super tax dead or alive?* Should long-term investors be influenced by today's dividend yields? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Property versus shares: we have a winner
The tug of war between property and shares never ends: But for many investors, one area is more attractive. My guest in this episode has spent a lifetime investing - along with commenting on investment markets - and has come to a clear conclusion.You may not agree, but you should definitely hear him out. Anthony Keane, personal finance writer for News Corporation joins James Kirby in this episode. -------In today's show, we cover Trouble-free' share market investing versus 'bricks and mortar' Why property investing should be kept outside of super Holding costs - the swing factor for the everyday investor Should Adelaide really be more expensive than Melbourne? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Rich 250 list special : The inside track
It now takes more than $600m to even feature on the Australian’s Rich 250: But what does it take to build a fortune of that size in 2025? Today we get an inside view on the people behind Australia’s greatest fortunes. John Stensholt, Rich 250 editor joins James Kirby Associate Editor - Wealth in this week’s episode In this episode, we cover Rich 250 - The Chemist Warehouse family arrives Rich 250 - Offshore gambling empires: A new way to make money Billionaires might be impressive, but are they happy? Should you listen to ‘wealth coaches’? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The money puzzle wants to HEAR you
One of the most popular features of the Money Puzzle podcast has been listener questions which we read on air: Now we want to hear you asking your questions! We're asking listeners to send in a voice memo from their phone and share it on the show to [email protected]. Also in today's show, we cover the problem with quirky properties. Buyer's advocate Cate Bakos warns lovers of converted churches and renovated show factories that standing out from the crowd is not always profitable. Bakos explains what makes a property valuable : It appeals to the widest possible audience. ----------------- In today's show, we cover: Irregular properties - quirky can be costly Closed tenders - Good or bad? Tricky tax arrangements around 'granny flats' Why lending rates will keep falling See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Money Puzzle covers all the important property, business, money and finance news. With two episodes published every week, The Australian’s Wealth Editor James Kirby, along with business, property and finance experts share insights and information that you will use on your wealth building journey. Submit your questions on all things property, business and finance here - [email protected]

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