***This episode was recorded before the election announcements relating to the first home home buyer scheme proposed changes.

In today's chat, Rach Kroon from Sphere Home Loans joins John on the pod to help answer your mortgage questions. They cover:

👉🏾 monthly vs weekly repayments

👉🏿 coming off a fixed rate

👉🏻 should I use a guarantee scheme to have more money in the offset?

👉 pay down mortgage or put the money in the offset?

👉🏼 how construction loans work

Check out John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future at sortyourpropertyout.com

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***Please note this was recorded on 10 April, 2025.

Glen James is joined by Brian Parker, Chief Economist at Australian Retirement Trust, to discuss current market volatility and how to shape your mindset around it's behaviour. Their chat touches on:

👉🏾 how long do economists expect this volatility to last?

👉🏿 growth vs defensive assets, and how super funds diversify

👉🏻 what exactly is a trade war?

👉 how does global market volatility affect superannuation?

👉🏼 should we be worried about our superannuation?

Learn more about Australian Retirement Trust at http://art.com.au/

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***Please note this episode was recorded in March, before the current trade war drama. In this episode, Glen and John answer your money questions and share a few personal stories too. Here's what's in store:

👉🏾 should I change the way my super is invested?

👉🏿 are we on track financially? One couple wants to know

👉🏻 what would you do with an unexpected $10k?

👉 Glen's (property manager) break up story

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Thinking of using a buyer’s agent or advocate to buy your next property? Glen sits down with John Pidgeon to unpack what they actually do, what you should expect to pay and how to avoid dodgy operators. They touch on:

👉🏾 the importance of working with a strategic BA

👉🏿 flat fee vs percentage pricing

👉🏻 what the property buying process looks like

👉 signs a buyer’s advocate might not be legit

👉🏼 why boots on the ground still matter

Learn more about John's buyer's advocate service here: https://www.envisageproperty.com.au/

John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future is available at: sortyourpropertyout.com

Thanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team here

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In today's episode Glen and John share some strategies and answer your questions, touching on:

👉🏻 mini-strategies to win with money

👉 the worst price hikes in Australia

👉🏼 a property investment opportunity with 2 houses on the title

👉🏽 should you lower your small business tax liability to get a loan?

Check out John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future at sortyourpropertyout.com

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Stop! Don't panic! I ask you to pause and step back and not do anything out of fear when it comes to investing and your superannuation.

Episode on YouTube with presentation: https://youtu.be/xHNAhZrtBNE?si=dQHe3-9tjw52NyOO

Perth Live Show tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/m3-live-in-perth-tickets-1295263831989

John's Property Masterclass in Perth: https://events.humanitix.com/perth-property-workshop-25

The Quick-Start Guide to Investing (book): https://amzn.to/4iQ9qua

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In today's episode, Glen chats with Aimee from Skye Wealth, a partner of the show. Aimee’s career journey began in managing a McDonald's restaurant but over a number of years and roles she's transitioned into the financial services industry. She opens up about her unique story, sharing:

👉🏻 her transition from managing a McDonald's restaurant, to a government job, to becoming a provisional financial adviser

👉 the challenges and strategies of balancing study, work, and raising two young kids

👉🏾 the ups and downs of knocking down and rebuilding her first home, before also building a new home while living in a caravan

Thanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Learn more and connect with the team here

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In today's episode Glen and John dive into a listener’s real-life situation: she’s 30 years old and just inherited $850k after the tragic passing of her mum. What should she do with it? Thanks Megan (not her real name) for sharing your story with us! They chat about:

👉🏾 inheritance options: property, super or shares?

👉🏿 buying a home with cash vs keeping flexibility

👉🏻 protecting the money in a relationship & how to use a BFA (prenup)

👉 the emotional side of sudden wealth

👉🏼 why waiting 12 months might be the smartest move

👉🏽 impacts on dad’s centrelink and tax considerations

👉🏾 potential super strategies using contribution caps

👉🏿 factoring in lifestyle choices

👉🏻 building financial security

Retire Right episode mentioned in the chat:

🎧 307 here is a good way to F up money (family loans + estate planning case study)

Glen & John are headed to Perth for a live podcast recording! Get tickets here: https://mmm_perth_2025.eventbrite.com

Thanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting the Tuesday show! Need a mortgage broker? Connect with the team here

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