MMS #53 | Smarter spending tips for the (long-term) win!

In Part 2 of our “Save and Spend” series, Liv and Jennie are back to talk about the fun side of money: spend spend spend! But even spending can go sideways if you’re not intentional about it (cue: Jennie's fave Want Monster). This episode explores how to spend smarter, not harder - and how investing in the right things can save you money, stress and regret down the track! This episode covers:

• Why “buying cheap” often costs more in the long run
• How to balance quality with affordability on everything from clothes to cookware
• Why and how spending on yourself is the smartest investment
• How to plan and nail big-ticket spending like upgrading your home
• Why it’s worth spending money on professional advice for the big decisions in life

Resources mentioned in this episode:

- Sorted.org's great budgeting tool to get your spending under control

- The Sorted KiwiSaver fund finder

- MoneyHub's guide: Frugal decisions that backfire

- Sorted.org's savings calculator

- The list of independent Financial Advisers (thanks to MoneyHub!)

Whether it’s investing in your health, buying quality over quantity, or avoiding false savings, this episode encourages a more conscious approach to spending. We encourage you to look at your next purchase through a long-term lens - checking "Will this serve me in the long run?".

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