Money: Faith & Finance

Key Takeaways:

• Rental Market Dynamics: Prices in capital cities are excessively high, leading to rental stress among Australians; creative strategies are needed to navigate these challenges.
• Financial Strategies: Look at managing the remaining 70% of your budget after rent rather than focusing solely on the rental costs.
• Adapting to Change: Consider regional moves to more affordable areas, leveraging remote work opportunities ...

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Key Takeaways:

• Rental stress is a critical issue in many Australian cities, with residents spending a significant portion of their income on housing.
• Suggestions to combat rental unaffordability include supporting the YIMBY movement, promoting zoning reforms, and increasing housing supply.
• Listener contributions mentioned paying for others' everyd...

Key Takeaways:

• The podcast is presently on a brief hiatus due to health issues faced by both hosts, with plans to resume regular episodes soon.

• Hope Media's November Appeal highlights how faith-based generosity directly supports the thriving of such community initiatives.

• Ben provides biblical perspectives on financial generosity, encouraging listeners to reflect on their motivations and the impact of their giving.

• He e...

Key Takeaways:

• Joy Mantra: Applying the principle of J-O-Y (Jesus, Others, Yourself) might provide a balanced approach to budgeting and financial generosity, aligning spending with core values.
• Spiritual Perspectives: The concept of balancing a ledger with God through good deeds is challenged with insights from scriptural teachings emphasizing grace and mercy.
• Guilt vs. Grace: Discern between giving driven by guilt and generos...

Key Takeaways:

• Faith and finance can effectively intermingle, offering a holistic approach to handling money by incorporating biblical principles.

• Generosity should not be limited to a strict percentage; instead, it is about giving with a joyful heart based on one's capacity.

• It is prudent for young earners to establish a saving habit, ensuring long-term financial health while also responsibly enjoying their earnings.

• U...

Key Takeaways:

• Shrinkflation Defined: Products reduce in size or quantity, but prices remain unchanged, leading to effectively higher costs per unit.
• Skimflation Insight: Some products may have reduced quality or fewer ingredients, offering less value for the same price.
• Consumer Response: Use unit pricing for more informed purchasing decisions and consider paring back on non-essential items.
• Financial Wisdom: Evaluate product...

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Gemma Mitchell is a seasoned financial advisor and the author of The Money Reset. With over 15 years of experience in the financial industry, Gemma has transitioned from traditional financial advising to managing a team of advisors while focusing on large-scale educational initiatives. These include corporate workshops, podcasts, and writing. Her mission is to make financial advice more accessible and to help individuals in difficu...

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding Superannuation Basics: Learn about superannuation contributions, checking statements, and the various investment options available within Australia's retirement savings scheme.
• Effective Financial Planning: Balancing between contributing to super and paying off a mortgage, gain clarity on managing fees and options, reinforcing the importance of consolidating accounts to save on unnecessary costs.
• Y...

Key Takeaways:

• Greed can often be disguised as ambition, and being aware of this is essential for maintaining financial and spiritual balance.
• Participating in a self-assessment regarding greed can help clarify one's relationship with money and possessions.
• Biblical references show a consistent message against greed, highlighting the importance of contentment and generosity.
• Spiritualizing financial decisions without seeking d...

Key Takeaways:

• Separate Finances: It's crucial for tradies to distinguish between personal and business finances to maintain clarity and manage liabilities effectively.
• Do Your Admin: Staying on top of paperwork and administrative tasks can save a lot of stress and potential legal complications down the road.
• Know Your Worth: Tradies should confidently set fair prices that reflect their skills, experience, and the true cost of...

So, Ben forgot to get Pete to stay around in the studio to let you know that... SEASON 9 drops on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Huge, right?!?!?!?! Can't wait for you to hear what is in store, and Ben gives you a sneak peak. What do Tradie Tips, Ultimate Super answers, and a test for greed have in common? Find out. 

Got a question for the Money Team? Send it through at hopepodcasts.com.au. Ben and Pete will get stuck into i...

In August, the RBA cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points to 3.6 per cent.

While interest rates may have dipped, mortgage stress and housing affordability remain front-page issues in 2025.

Oldie But a Goldie - Dive into this episode from Season 3 to unpack what rate changes always mean for your home loan and budget. At the time of first recording, ...

Key Takeaways:

• Hidden costs are prevalent across various transactions but can often be minimised by thoroughly reviewing terms and engaging in informed decision-making.
• The RBA's reviewed stance on credit card surcharges could significantly impact consumer savings in Australia, potentially changing how payments are processed.
• Financial literacy involves more than understanding visible expenses; it's crucial to delve into the f...

Key Takeaways:

• Faith vs. Finance: The episode explores the potential conflict between staying true to one's faith and the financial temptations that professional contracts might present.
• Navigating Workplace Ethics: It highlights the subtle and explicit ways in which employment can impact or challenge personal beliefs and values.
• Professional Athletes and Faith: Neymar’s contract scenario underscores how high-profile ind...

Love to hear your thoughts, views, comments or concerns about our latest topic - What lessons you have taught your kids about money. What did your folks teach you? What lessons have you learned from others? What questions do you have? What works? What has not worked?

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Should you burden your maturing youngin' on how you make your money work for your household? Should you spell it out for them, so they understand how the adults in the household have sacrificed for their wellbeing as well as the comforts in life which they enjoy? Or should you let them enjoy life, and live a carefree unencumbered life because after all, they've got a whole lotta years of adulting to enjoy? 

Key Takeaways:

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Ben and Pete discuss effective ways to save for retirement. They discuss the importance of superannuation, the potential and pitfalls of property investment, and the simplicity of ETFs. They also cover the security of term deposits and the passion behind side hustles. Pete shares strategies for both young and seasoned investors. Whether you're planning for retirement or adapting to financial shifts, this episode offers valuable gui...