Money: Faith & Finance

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...

Join Ben and Pete as they unpack the role of contentment in financial well-being. Drawing on biblical wisdom from Philippians and Timothy, they explore how mindset shapes money habits. From embracing simple joys to budgeting well on a modest income, this chat shows how true contentment can reduce spending and increase gratitude.

Key Takeaways:

• Contentment as a Choice: Contentment involves shifting focus from accumulating more ...

Ben and Pete explore the true costs of owning a car, from financing and depreciation to fuel, maintenance, and tax. They compare buying new versus used and unpack Aussie car trends, road safety, and environmental impacts. Pete also reflects on financial contentment and how our choices shape our lives. 

Key Takeaways:

• Consider comprehensive costs of car ownership, from purchase to maintenance and eventual resale or trade-i...

Key Takeaways:

• Savings Bricks Concept: Visualising savings goals as bricks to build a wealth wall can help break down daunting financial objectives into smaller, more manageable pieces.
• Building Habits: Establishing regular savings habits is essential, even if contributions are small; consistency over time can lead to significant financial achievements.
• Diverse Strategies: Savings can include various approaches, from reducing ...

Joni asked Pete and Ben to get stuck into the family affair of working out if your kids with jobs need to stump up. So they did, diving deeper than their kneejerk response of "YES". Growing up with the expectation of paying board, Pete and Ben acknowledge the changed landscape of home ownership and accessibility. But the life lesson of paying board remains, as well as the opportunity to live out biblical principles of respect.

Key ...

Key Takeaways:

• Micro-giving Explained: The concept involves making small, yet frequent, charitable donations that collectively make a significant impact.
• Balance Giving Priorities: We are encouraged to assess whether to direct funds to our churches or to immediate relief efforts, reflecting broader spiritual and community priorities.
• Create a Giving Portfolio: Similar to investment diversification, this strategy helps allocate...

Season 8! And you thought Season 7 was the top of the mountain. Get ready to level-up with your favourite account Pete Burrows and his sidekick Ben, as they continue to help our finances from a faith-filled perspective.

Just in time for Tax Returns 2025, Pete gets stuck into what we need to know this year, how to work out what to claim, and why no-one should be "lax with tax".

Key Takeaways:

• Avoid filing taxes too early b...

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Next season we're diving into these topics: 

Exploring Legacy, Financial Sacrifice, and Community Support
Tax Time Tips and Changes in Australia
Should Adult Children Pay Board While Living at Home??
Exploring Car Costs and Environmental Impact

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

Overtime. We all do it. Many of us don't get paid extra for it.So, should you do any? What about the RIGHT TO DISCONNECT??

What are reasonable expectations for salary employees, wage workers, and business owners? Pete and Ben consider this prickly aspect of earning as living costs rise.

Got a question for the Money Men? Send it through at hopepodcasts.com.au. Ben and Pete will get stuck into it on a future episode.

Pete Burrow...

Key Takeaways:

Cozy Fizz Explained: Or how the rising cost of living impacts luxury items and discretionary spending.

Wants vs Needs: Working out what is essential.

Economic Pressures: Small businesses, particularly in niche markets, must consider the particular sting of inflation and other financial factors.

Strategic Spending: Tips for managing finances by balancing quality purchases with affordability and necessity.

Notable Quot...

Before we get to Season 8, here's an oldie but a goodie from Season 3. In case you missed it...

A lot of us don't like to talk about money and church. But that's not Ben and Pete. They dive headlong into the biblical (yet divisive) universe of giving to your local church. The angle they take is not what you expect. The offerings they bring, though, are right up your alley because Ben and Pete discuss how you can give AND why.