She's On The Money I Started My Financial Literacy Journey at 45... It's Never Too Late!
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Mar 2, 2025 Natasha Nabinunga-Bamblet, a proud Yorta Yorta, Kurnai, Walpuri, and Awadjuri woman, shares her transformative journey to financial literacy, starting at 45. She emphasizes the importance of proactive money management and how reading changed her outlook. From earning $125,000 through contract work to living debt-free in a caravan, she discusses her adventurous yet structured lifestyle. Natasha highlights the emotional relief of breaking free from traditional property ownership and the empowerment gained through financial independence and minimalism.
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Life Change at 45
- At 45, the Money Diarist realized she lacked a financial plan despite paying bills.
- By 55, she and her partner became debt-free, embracing full-time caravan living and seasonal work.
Financial Wake-Up Call
- The diarist lived comfortably but hadn't considered long-term financial security.
- Reading a finance book at 45 triggered a shift in mindset, focusing on managing money proactively.
Father's Money Advice
- Growing up, money wasn't openly discussed, but her father seemed to have ample resources.
- His advice, "What you want and what you need are two totally different things," shaped her financial perspective.