Australian Finance Podcast

Renting = dead money? Debt recycling for business, selling shares & wills made simple

Aug 21, 2025
This week, the hosts discuss the age-old debate of travel versus property investment. They dive into debt recycling strategies for business growth and share insights on when to sell shares. The conversation also simplifies the process of making wills, highlighting its importance in asset management. With a light-hearted yet informative tone, they emphasize balancing financial goals with life experiences. Plus, they explore tips for first-time property buyers to navigate the market without stress.
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ADVICE

Balance Travel With Saving

  • Do budget so you can enjoy travel and still save for a home by carving out a travel bucket in cashflow.
  • Do consider cheaper rent or investing elsewhere so rent doesn't feel like 'dead money'.
ANECDOTE

Starter Home Then Upgrade Story

  • Owen shares a friend who bought an inexpensive starter house, used it to prove savings, then upgraded later with big equity gains.
  • They lived elsewhere later and sold for several hundred thousand in equity to buy their ideal home.
ADVICE

Use First Home Super Saver Carefully

  • Try the First Home Super Saver scheme as a way to lock away savings for a deposit if it suits your situation.
  • Check rules and deemed returns first because the scheme uses a formula not actual market returns.
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