Financial Autonomy
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Financial Autonomy
Plenty of podcasts focus on building wealth – and that's great, as far as it goes. But focusing just on wealth misses the point. I believe what most of us actually want is to have choice. Choice in how much time we give to income-producing activities. Choice about what those income-producing acti...
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Should You Be Worried About Your Investments and Retirement as War Escalates and Oil Prices Rise?
War is escalating, oil prices are rising and markets are reacting.
So what does that actually mean for your investments and retirement?
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Franking Credits: Don't Miss Out on Free Money
This week on the Wealth Builder podcast Nick talks to accountant David Markovski about franking credits and how to get the most out of them.
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Post-Divorce Financial Roadmap
Divorce often requires a major financial reset, and knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. In this episode, we outline a practical roadmap to h...
Crypto & Digital Assets: Boom, Bust & What's in Between
This week on the Wealth Builder podcast Nick talks to James Brannan from BlockByte Capital about mitigating risks when investing in cryptocurrencies i...
Investing when your time frame is beyond your lifespan
In this episode, we explore what it means to invest with a time frame that stretches beyond your own lifespan. When personal financial security is alr...
Can You Really Retire Early? Let's Find Out
This week on the Wealth Builder podcast Nick talks to Financial Autonomy host Paul Benson about what to consider before retiring early
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Should You Be Buying Precious Metals?
Gold rose 74% last year and silver surged 185%, but do those eye-catching returns actually justify investing in precious metals? In this episode, we e...
Crypto & Digital Assets 101: Understanding the Basics
This week on the Wealth Builder podcast Nick talks to James Brannan from BlockByte Capital to explain the basics of cryptocurrencies and digital asset...
How to Retire Earlier: The 5 Levers Australians Can Pull
Retiring earlier isn't about winning the lotto — it's about understanding the financial levers that actually move the needle. In this episode, we expl...
9 Financial Resolutions to Kickstart Your 2026
This week on the Wealth Builder podcast Nick talks to Financial Autonomy host and financial planner Paul Benson about 9 new year's resolutions to kick...
The 10 Year Wealth test: Are You on Track for 2036?
In this episode, we step back from the day-to-day financial noise and take a long-term view with the 10 Year Wealth Test, asking the key question: are...
Wealth Builder - From Social Anxiety to Million-Dollar Marketer
This week on the Wealth Builder podcast Nick talks to expert marketer and international speaker Ethan Donati about his journey and the strategies and...
When Do We Sell Our Investment Properties — Retirement Edition
As you approach retirement, the question of whether to keep or sell your investment property becomes increasingly important. This episode explores how...
Accelerating Wealth Building with Debt
This week on the Wealth Builder podcast Nick talks to Financial Autonomy host Paul Benson about using debt to build wealth.
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The Biggest Financial Mistake People Make in Their 40s and 50s
Your 40s and 50s are a crucial window for shaping your financial future—but many people start coasting without realising it. In this episode, we break...
How to grow a successful small business?
This week on the Wealth Builder podcast Nick talks to Ange Belot from Cheeky Kookaburra on starting and growing a successful small business.
The Source of the Next Market Crash? - What are Private Equity and Private Credit
In this episode, we break down private equity and private credit—two fast-growing but often misunderstood parts of the investment world. We explore ho...
Are we in an AI bubble?
This week on the Wealth Builder podcast Nick and Paul discuss the topic of the moment - are stock markets, particularly the US market, in an AU fuelle...
The Hidden Cost of Every Decision: Understanding Opportunity Cost
In this episode, we dive into the real power of opportunity cost and how it shapes every financial decision — from insurance and investing to lifestyl...
Testamentary Trusts - Novum Law
This week on the Wealth Builder podcast Nick talks to Sheredyn Legg and Stephen Fries about testamentary trusts and who they might be good for.
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How To Get $100k Per Year In Retirement - Tax Free
Earning $100,000 a year in retirement — tax free — might sound too good to be true, but Australia's superannuation system makes it possible with the r...
8 Steps to Building Financial Security in your 30s
This week on the Wealth Builder podcast Nick talks to Guidance team member Brenden Butler about ways to build financial security in your thirties.
Should I convert my Super to a Pension?
It's one of the most common questions in retirement planning — when is the right time to move your super into the pension phase?
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Estate Planning Basics
This week on the Wealth Builder podcast Nick talks to solicitors Sheredyn Legg and Stephen Fries about the basics of estate planning.
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The Real Deal on Rates and Inflation
An understanding of the concept known as "real return" is worth getting your head around. Without it, there is the potential to make investment mistak...
Wealth Builder - Navigating Capital Gains Tax
This week on the Wealth Builder podcast Nick talks to accountant David Markovski about all things capital gains tax to make sure you don;t pay more th...
Slaying Some Sacred Cows
Are all properties guaranteed to rise in value? Is a Self Managed Super Fund always the smarter choice? In this episode of Financial Autonomy, Paul ta...
Wealth Builder - Is Your Super Safe?
Welcome to the third episode of our new podcast Wealth Builder.
In this episode Nick talks to Financial Autonomy host Paul Benson about whether...
The Link Between Interest Rates and the Stock Market
Interest rates are falling for the first time in years — good news for borrowers, but a big question mark for savers. More importantly, what does this...
Wealth Builder - Family Trusts
Welcome to the second episode of our new podcast Wealth Builder.
In this episode Nick talks to accountant David Markovski about family trusts, w...
Home Deposit Help: Supporting your Kids Without Risking your Retirement
With house prices soaring, more parents are looking for ways to support their children's first step into the property market. But how do you strike th...
Wealth Builder - Episode 1
Welcome to the first episode of our new podcast Wealth Builder.
Host and Guidance Financial Planner Nick Donato invites guests on to discuss iss...
What is a "Good" Return for my Super and Investments?
Ever been let down by a hyped movie — or pleasantly surprised by a random pub band? Expectations shape how we experience things — and that includes in...
The New Financial Year Checklist
With the new financial year underway, this episode explores key strategies to help you get ahead—like adjusting your super contributions, reviewing pe...
Australia vs France: Lessons in Debt, Taxes and Retirement
After spending time working remotely in France, I came away with a deeper appreciation for the different ways countries manage their economies and soc...
The Most Important Action You Need to Master to be a Successful Investor
In this episode, we explore the single most important — yet often overlooked — action that successful investors rely on: doing nothing.
When mar...
Making a Difference: Smart Ways to Support Causes You Care About
A significant portion of the work that we do for clients entails financial modelling to help understand what is possible. Frequently, we arrive at the...
The Downsizer Strategy
Your home isn't just where you live — it can also be a powerful asset in your long-term financial plan. In this episode, we look at how shifting your...
What is a Wrap and When Do They Make Sense?
This week, we're unpacking a real-world financial dilemma: one person's uneasy experience after being advised to move her super from a large industry...
How Much Super Do I Need?
It's one of the most common retirement questions—how much super is enough? In this episode, we explore how to estimate your retirement needs based on...