A Bite from The Money Sandwich podcast

Do you want to know how to equip your young adult children with the financial skills they need for a secure future? In Episode 47 of A Bite From The Money Sandwich, Marc Bineham is joined by Isabelle Charter, CEO and co-founder of Drip Invest, an educational investing app on a mission to build a brighter financial future for young people. Isabelle explains the critical importance of financial education for teenagers and young adults as well as shares her journey and motivation behind Drip Invest. Marc and Isabelle also explore the need for structured financial education, the benefits of starting early, and the importance of bridging the financial literacy gap. Tune in to discover how to empower the next generation with the knowledge, confidence, and discipline to make informed investment decisions.

https://www.dripinvest.com.au/

Want to know how to make the smartest moves in property investing?

  In this episode, Marc Bineham is joined by Damian Collins, who is founder and managing director of Momentum Wealth, Chairman of Westbridge Funds Management and author of “Property Investing Roadmap”. Marc and Damian talk all things property investing including the key strategies, which Damian also covers in his book. They discuss the importance on educating yourself if you are wanting to invest, and explore the pros and cons of residential versus commercial properties. They also highlights the benefits of diversification, understanding property cycles, and seeking expert advice. If you are interested in property investing, this episode is for you.

Looking to understand how you might be able to deduct car expenses on your tax return this year? In Episode 45 of A Bite From The Money Sandwich, Marc Bineham is joined by Chris Noone, who is the CEO of Carly Car Subscription, one of the leading companies driving the transition to sustainable mobility through car subscription and ‘try before you buy’ opportunities for electric vehicles. Marc and Chris delve into tax deductions for car usage, stressing the importance of tracking for tax purposes. They explore various car buying and leasing options, including the benefits and challenges of electric vehicles and car subscription services. From insurance coverage to financial considerations, the discussion covers everything you need to know to make an informed decision.

Ever wondered how you can secure a comfortable retirement despite the rising cost of living? In this episode, Marc Bineham is joined by Jonathan Scholes, who is Head of Client - Wealth at Findex. Marc and Jonathan delve into the importance of early superannuation contributions and strategic retirement planning for Australians. They discuss effective investment strategies for young Australians, the critical role of insurance, and the benefits of maintaining a long-term investment perspective. They also talk about the value of advice, and importance of regular financial check-ups and personalised retirement plans to ensure a secure and comfortable retirement.

Findex https://www.findex.com.au/

Superannuation and Retirement Insights https://www.findex.com.au/superannuation-retirement-insights?utm_source=findex%20web&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=wealth%20report&utm_content=superannuation%20insights%20homepage%20banner&utm_term=7018t0000009UmY

Are Australians retiring happy? In this episode, Marc Bineham is joined by Aaron Minney, who is Head of Retirement Income Research at Challenger. Aaron talks about Challenger’s inaugural Retirement Happiness Index revealing the happiness of Australians over 60 and the results might surprise you. Marc and Aaron also uncover the secrets to retirement happiness, covering health, social connections, and financial planning. From a mental challenge to guaranteed income options like annuities, they share practical tips and insights to help you navigate your retirement journey with confidence and joy.

Have you ever struggled to stick to your New Year’s resolutions? In this episode, Marc Bineham is joined by Dr Carly Reid, who is a Clinical Psychologist at Empower Clinical Psychology and Financial Wellbeing Advisor for Aware Super. Carly works closely with Aware Super for their Financial Fitness campaign. Carly talks to Marc about New Year's resolutions, exploring the psychology behind fresh starts and how to turn intentions into tangible achievements. Marc and Carly also emphasise the importance of setting and staying motivated towards fitness and financial goals, underlining the necessity of taking small steps and staying consistent. Plus, they tackle the impact of financial stress on relationships and share tech tips for better money management.

Have you ever found yourself completely immersed in one pursuit, only to feel lost and uncertain once it's completed? In this episode, Marc Bineham speaks to Danielle McDonough, a professional hockey player turned athlete mindset coach and CEO of Peak Performance Training. Danielle delves into the mental health hurdles athletes face and shares insights into the programs she has crafted to support them, which she also talks about in her book, 'The Empowered Athlete'. Danielle highlights the importance of maintaining a healthy identity beyond sports and offer strategies for accountability, mindset, and growth. Marc and Danielle also explore the significance of goal-setting and the transformative potential of seeking help, alongside the pivotal role coaches play not only in athletes' lives but also for individuals striving to elevate their own pursuits to the next level.

https://www.ocppt.com/

The Empowered Athlete book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMT2NXCM

When you hear someone talk about the economy, all you hear is interest rates, inflation and investments. But what does this all mean? In this episode, Marc Bineham speaks to Qian Wang, who is the Chief Economist of Vanguard Asia-Pacific. Qian and her team conduct research on the global economy with a focus on the Asia-Pacific region, global capital markets, and related investment topics. Qian and Marc speak about the current global economy and what to look out for in 2024. Qian also shares her views on the importance of asset allocation within your investments.

We can’t believe we are already in 2024 but before we bring on new guests, we wanted to take a look back at 2023. We had some amazing guests who shared their expertise across a range of different topics and at the end of each episode Marc asked them what their best piece of advice was. In today’s episode we have collected all the best pieces of advice. These are not all money related, but advice they have learnt throughout their careers and lives, which have shaped them and made them the success they are today. Some great gems and pieces of wisdom we can all learn from.

Let’s face it, money plays a big role in our lives, but to be good with money it doesn’t mean you have to be good with numbers, even though it helps. It's all about how we perceive money and how our core values shape the choices we make. In this episode, Marc Bineham speaks to Amie Baker, who is an award winning financial adviser, a money mindset coach, podcaster, founder of Centsability and if that wasn’t enough she is also the NSW State Chair of Inspire for the Financial Advice Association of Australia. Amie and Marc talk about the value of advice, as well as how understanding your money mindset is crucial, as for example, how we were raised to view money as children. Amie also shares her best pieces of money advice which we can all live by.

https://centsability.net.au/ https://themoneysandwich.com/