Australian Finance Podcast

Smart money moves in your 20s: Property, investing & the First Home Super Saver

Jul 10, 2025
James O'Reilly, a senior advisor at Rask Advice, shares his journey from retail to financial planning. He discusses crucial money decisions for 20-somethings, like choosing between property and ETFs for investment. The First Home Super Saver Scheme is explained, along with its benefits and tax implications for first-time buyers. James also emphasizes emergency funds during career transitions and offers insights on financial preparations for starting a family. His personal lessons on financial planning are both relatable and practical for young investors.
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ANECDOTE

James' Career Shift Journey

  • James transitioned from retail management to financial advice with a significant pay cut.
  • He prepared by gradually building savings and leveraging his skills to find a satisfactory salary.
ADVICE

Read PDS and Beware Too-Good Returns

  • Always read the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) before investing in any fund or product.
  • If returns seem too good to be true, raise alarm bells and dig deeper to avoid risky investments.
ADVICE

Verify Your Financial Advisor First

  • Check the financial advisor's legitimacy via ASIC's Financial Advisor Register before trusting them.
  • Verify all investments in your financial advice documents and know exactly where your money is going.
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