SugarMamma’s Fireplay
Having been a Financial Planner for over 15 years, I have seen first hand how money problems can breed stress. Often, people make wrong money decisions because the world of finance can be intimidating and confusing.
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START HERE: The First Step Is The Hardest - How Michael Finally Took Control Of His Money (opens the original)
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Feeling overwhelmed by money? You're not alone. If you've ever thought: "I know I should be doing something... I just don't know where to start." This episode is for you. Today I'm joined by my co-host, Michael Thompson , to talk honestly about what it was really like before he took control of his finances. We unpack the fear, confusion and overwhelm that kept him stuck, the moment he realised procrastination was costing him more than taking action ever would, and the simple steps that helped hi
5 Things We Won’t Be Doing With Our Money After the Federal Budget (opens the original)
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5 Things We Won’t Be Doing After the Federal Budget Whenever a Federal Budget is handed down, the headlines start flying. New taxes. Superannuation changes. Property rules. Cost-of-living measures. Winners. Losers. And while it is important to understand changes that may affect your finances, I don't believe we should allow every new announcement to completely derail a well-thought-out financial plan. In this episode of SugarMamma's Fireplay , I'm flipping the conversation around and sharing fiv
START HERE: Negative Equity Explained: 8 Smart Ways to Protect Your Home and Your Finances (opens the original)
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My House Is Worth Less Than I Paid. What Should I Do? Buying your first home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make. So, when headlines start warning about falling house prices , negative equity , and first-home buyers being "trapped", it's completely understandable to feel anxious. But does negative equity automatically mean financial disaster? In this episode of Start Here , Canna explains exactly what negative equity is, why it's suddenly making headlines, who is most at r
The Property Tax Trap That Could Cost Investors $70,000? (opens the original)
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Could Missing This Property Valuation Cost You Thousands in Tax? There’s a major capital gains tax (CGT) change coming for Australian property investors—and surprisingly, very few people are talking about it. If you own an investment property, 30 June 2027 could become one of the most important dates in your financial calendar. In this episode, I explain why obtaining a professional property valuation before the new CGT rules begin could potentially save some investors tens of thousands of dolla
START HERE: The Bank of Mum and Dad: How to Help Without Going Broke (opens the original)
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Has the Bank of Mum and Dad closed its doors? After appearing on the Today Show to discuss a new report showing fewer parents are helping their children into the property market, I knew this was a conversation we needed to have. This isn’t based on a listener question. Instead, it’s inspired by the growing uncertainty many Australian families are feeling right now. If you’ve ever wondered: Should I help my children buy a home? Am I selfish if I can’t afford to help? How do I protect my retiremen
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