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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
Episodes
  • Scam alert: How to keep your cash secure

    Scam alert: How to keep your cash secure
    Feb 3 2026

    Hundreds of thousands of Australians lose money to scams each year, but there are simple steps everyone can take to better protect their money.

    On this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Olivia McArdle, head of payments and deposits at Macquarie Bank, to discuss account safety and scams to watch out for.

    01:48 Built-in security features in banking apps

    03:39 Basic phone and computer security tips

    05:32 Common financial scams to watch out for

    07:45 What to do if you've been scammed

    09:54 How banks detect and prevent scams

    12:12 Future technology in banking security

    #friendswithmoney #tomwatson #oliviamcardle #banking #scams


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    15 mins
  • Will getting professional financial advice pay off?

    Will getting professional financial advice pay off?
    Jan 27 2026

    Considering seeking financial advice, but not sure what to expect? We explore the process, the costs involved and what to look for in an advisor.

    On this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by Sarah Abood, chief executive of the Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA), to run through some of the most frequently asked questions about financial advice.

    00:00 Introduction

    01:09 Benefits of financial advice

    05:07 Is advice worth it for younger Australians?

    12:14 How much does advice cost?

    14:02 Finding the right financial adviser

    19:43 What to expect from the financial advice process

    25:20 Final thoughts


    #friendswithmoney #tomwatson #sarahabood #financialadvice


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    28 mins
  • Bank of mum and dad

    Bank of mum and dad
    Jan 20 2026

    The Bank of Mum and Dad is booming, but without the right planning a generous gesture can turn into a legal and financial headache.

    On this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, Money’s Tom Watson is joined by William Moore, partner and head of private client advisory at Hall & Wilcox, to discuss gifts, loans and the potential pitfalls of the Bank of Mum and Dad.

    00:00 Introduction

    01:47 Family financial support: Trends and options

    04:52 Gifts vs loans: Key differences and considerations

    10:10 Legal and financial structures for family loans

    14:19 Family loans and estate planning

    16:46 Conclusion

    #friendswithmoney #tomwatson #williammoore #property #bankofmumanddad

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    18 mins
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