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Friends With Money

Friends With Money

By: Money Magazine
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 We all have questions about money; how to earn it, how to spend it, and the best ways to invest so we can watch it grow. The Friends With Money podcast, created by Money Magazine (Australia’s longest-running and most-read personal finance magazine), shares its extensive network of finance experts, in-depth knowledge of markets and timely advice to help you understand the world of money. Hosted by senior writer, Tom Watson, and editor-in-chief, Michelle Baltazar, Friends With Money is a weekly chat with a variety of credentialed guests that you won’t want to miss. Listening and learning will help you on the path to financial freedom.2025 Money Magazine Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Finance
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  • Summer travel tips

    Summer travel tips
    Dec 16 2025

    You’ve booked flights, hotels and activities for your summer trip. But have you considered how you’re going to pay your way?

    This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Tristan Dakin, Wise’s Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand, to discuss travel money options and other tips for your summer holiday abroad.

    01:42 Choosing the right payment method

    04:57 Local or home currency?

    07:07 The most expensive ATM withdrawal fees

    09:28 Can digital wallets be used everywhere?

    11:32 How to keep your money safe

    13:44 Final tips

    15:51 Conclusion

    #friendswithmoney #tomwatson #tristandakin #travel


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    17 mins
  • Stocks for your stocking 2025

    Stocks for your stocking 2025
    Dec 9 2025

    After a turbulent year for the local market, which Australian stocks could shine in 2026?

    This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Dale Gillham, chief investment analyst at Wealth Within, to run through the Australian companies that investors may want to consider adding to their Christmas lists.

    00:00 Introduction

    02:31 2025 Australian market recap

    07:54 Large cap picks for 2026

    12:55 The world of micro caps

    18:43 Concerns about index funds

    21:04 Conclusion

    #friendswithmoney #tomwatson #dalegillham #shares #investing

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    22 mins
  • What is a reverse mortgage?

    What is a reverse mortgage?
    Dec 2 2025

    Rising property values have left many retirees rich on paper but short on cash, so are there options for those looking to utilise their home equity?

    This week on the Friends With Money podcast, Money's Tom Watson is joined by Chris Grice, chief executive of National Seniors Australia, to discuss reverse mortgages, equity releases schemes and the government-run Home Equity Releases Scheme.

    00:00 Introduction

    00:28 The 'asset rich, cash poor' dilemma

    01:24 Exploring reverse mortgages

    07:03 Addressing concerns about reverse mortgages

    9:24 Equity release schemes

    10:11 Introduction to the Home Equity Access Scheme

    13:54 Comparing equity release options

    16:02 Conclusion

    #friendswithmoney #tomwatson #chrisgrice #reversemortgages #homeequity

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    17 mins
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