Financially Fierce

At just 25, Caitlin has self-funded her uni degree, bought her first home in Wollongong with her fiancé using government support schemes, and is now planning a wedding. In this episode, she joins Jess to share how she got into the property market, how she and her partner manage money as a team and the steps she’s taking to balance short term priorities with long term financial goals.

Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.

Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

Need to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.au

To organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.

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Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567.

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In today's episode Jess and Glen James talk through a pile of spicy, unfiltered questions: Should CEOs be allowed to earn so much more than employees? Public vs private schooling? Will the middle class exist in the future? Would you lend money to your best friend? Buckle up for Jess and Glen's hot takes on these and more.

Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.

Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

Need to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.au

To organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.

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Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567.

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No one wants to deal with "sadmin", the financial admin after someone dies but it’s a reality we all face. In this episode, Jess walks you through exactly what to do from both sides: how to prepare your own affairs to make life easier for your loved ones and what steps to take if you're the one left behind managing the mess.

Check out the ATO's 'What to do when someone dies' checklist: https://www.ato.gov.au/individuals-and-families/deceased-estates/checklist-what-to-do-when-someone-dies

Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.

Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

Need to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.au

To organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.

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Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.

To get help click here.

Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567.

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If you’ve ever set a budget and blown it a week later, this one’s for you. Jess dives into the mindset shifts and practical tweaks that make all the difference, like naming your goals, setting guardrails, and giving yourself permission to scratch the spending itch without spiralling. It’s not about being perfect. It’s about building a system that works in real life.

Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.

Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

Need to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.au

To organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.

We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to the money money money newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.

Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.

To get help click here.

Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567.

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No, you're not locked out of the property market because you drink lattes or take the occasional holiday. The truth? Buying a home today is wildly different to what previous generations faced and the data proves it. In this episode, Jess breaks down what’s really going on with property prices, houses vs apartments, interest rates, and the rent vs buy vs invest decision.

Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.

Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

Need to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.au

To organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.

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Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.

To get help click here.

Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567.

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Think tax time is your golden ticket to financial success? Think again. In this episode, Jess unpacks what employed people can actually claim, what the ATO definitely won't allow (spoiler: no, you can’t claim an engagement ring), and why obsessing over tax deductions might be distracting you from building real wealth.

Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.

Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

Need to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.au

To organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.

We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to the money money money newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.

Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.

To get help click here.

Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567.

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Jess is back! After a few unexpected health curveballs she's finally back behind the mic and sharing exactly what happened and everything she's learned. This ep is packed with real talk about the financial toll of getting unwell and why you *need* to have a backup plan.

Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.

Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

Need to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.au

To organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.

We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to the money money money newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.

Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.

To get help click here.

Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567.

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Looking to strike a balance between enjoying life now and reaching your long-term goals? Here's a hot take: keep spending if you want—but consider how it might impact your ability to achieve the life you truly desire. Jess dives into this topic, offering practical tips to help you rein in your spending so you can stay on track for those big life goals. This is a replay from season 1!

Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.

Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

Get your personal insurance sorted at https://skye.com.au

To organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.

We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to the money money money newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.

Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.

To get help click here.

Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567.

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When you're at a crossroads with your money, it's easy to let the anxiety wash over you. But not making any decision is also a decision. In this episode Jess unpacks a listener question around whether it's time to focus on investing in shares OR focus on building a house deposit. This is a replay from season 1!

Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.

Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

Get your personal insurance sorted at https://skye.com.au

To organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.

We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to the money money money newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.

Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.

To get help click here.

Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567.

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Keen to narrow down and get focused on some goals? You need this episode stat! Jess shares her method for determining your values and goals so you can move forward with intention.

Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.

Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

Get your personal insurance sorted at https://skye.com.au

To organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.

We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to the money money money newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.

Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.

To get help click here.

Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567.

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