She thought she was good with money. Her salary was solid. Her bills were paid. She was even traveling. Life looked fine... until it wasn’t. This week’s Money Diary is all about the slow realisation that earning well doesn’t mean you’re building wealth. After a divorce, a court battle, and two lost properties, she hit financial rock bottom. But what really shook her? Watching a $20K bonus disappear, and not being able to say where it went. That was the moment everything changed. She started tracking every dollar and bought a place to call her own doing the work to build a future she's proud of. 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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Should You Save or Invest Right Now? And a Spicy Inheritance Dilemma
You’ve finally built up a bit of savings, so… what now? Do you keep stockpiling cash, or is it time to back yourself and start investing? This week on Friday Drinks, we’re tackling the save vs. invest debate. We’re not here for one-size-fits-all answers, we’re here to help you figure out what move actually fits your life and your goals. And then it gets juicy. We unpack a seriously tense inheritance dilemma involving family property, blurred boundaries, and a brother with big expectations. It’s full Friday Drinks energy: spicy, thoughtful, and packed with the kinds of money convos no one else is having (but we all need to hear). 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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Can Refinancing Really Save You Thousands?
What if we told you your loyalty to your bank could be costing you thousands… and your bank is hoping you never notice? By popular demand, Jaclyn Walsh from Zella Money is back to chat why refinancing could be the sneaky power play your bank really hopes you don’t make. We’re breaking down how it works, when it’s worth it, and why a mortgage broker might be your secret weapon to getting the best possible loan for you. Whether you’re looking for a better rate, more flexibility, or just want to stop donating extra cash to your bank each month, this episode has everything you need to know. In This Episode:💸 How to know when it’s time to rethink your mortgage💸 The surprising ways refinancing can save (or cost) you thousands💸 Why cashback deals aren’t always the flex they seem💸 What a good mortgage broker can do that your bank won’t💸 And the number one excuse that’s keeping people stuck on bad ratesFREEBIE: Get our She's on the Money Mortgage rate calculator here.For all your mortgage and refinancing needs, you can contact Zella 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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We Left Australia for a Startup Dream in San Fransico
Would you leave a job you love, move countries while pregnant, and bet on someone else’s career dream... with the hope it could all pay off big? This week’s Money Diary is a bold one. Our diarist packed up her life in Australia to move to San Francisco for her husband’s startup job, trading career security for the chance at something bigger. Now, she’s navigating life without an income, American healthcare, wild rent, and double tax returns... all while preparing to become a mum. It’s a powerful reminder that sometimes the biggest money moves aren’t about what’s in your account. They're about what could be, if the risk pays off. 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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The Financial Anxieties of Your Parents' Retirement & Winter Energy Bills
Have you ever wondered if your parents are set up for retirement? And what that might mean if they’re not? This week on Friday Drinks, we’re unpacking a dilemma that’s hitting way too many millennials right now... the quiet stress of realising your parents might not be financially ready for the future, and the pressure of what happens next. Plus, it’s starting to get colder, and that means heater wars, passive-aggressive group chats, and winter power bills that could wreck your budget faster than you can say “"put a jumper on". It’s a classic Friday Drinks: a little bit unhinged, a whole lot real, and full of the money convos no one else is having... but we definitely should be.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.
It's honest, relatable and non-judgmental talk about personal finance, investing, real estate, career and business... with a big dose of fun.
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