Should You Salary Sacrifice Into Super Or Save For a House? Plus a Spicy Sibling Debate About Financial Fairness
Nov 6, 2025
This week tackles the classic dilemma: should you pump money into your super or save for a house? The hosts reveal strategic tips to balance both goals without stress. Then, a juicy family debate ignites when a listener questions financial fairness among siblings, sparking a discussion on equity and parental roles. Plus, enjoy community money wins and practical tips for frugal living that promise to spice up your weekend!
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Nostalgic Egg Poacher Find
Victoria hunted for a childhood Sunbeam egg poacher on Marketplace and bought it for about $30 including shipping from NSW.
The tiny novelty egg cooker arrived unused and made her very happy and nostalgic.
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Half‑Price Dinner Set Score
Jessica bought a 15–16 piece scallop dinner set on Facebook Marketplace for $120, saving roughly half the retail price.
The seller mistakenly listed it as missing a platter, but the platter was in the box when Jessica collected it.
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Vintage Metal Fruit Bowl For $10
Bec found a 1970s metal fruit bowl for $10 at an op shop in Dallas, Melbourne, loving its retro ‘fingers holding’ design.
She values secondhand metalware and enjoys hunting undervalued vintage pieces.
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\What’s actually better for future you... adding more to your super, or growing that house deposit? This week we’re unpacking one of the biggest money dilemmas of adulthood and how to think about both goals without feeling like you’re failing at either. Turns out you don’t have to choose and there’s a smarter way to grow future-you’s money while still getting closer to those house keys. Then, things take a turn for the spicy. One community member's family drama has us asking what “fair” really means when money’s involved, and if parents should ever be expected to split things evenly. Plus your favourite mix of money wins, confessions, broke tips... and just the right amount of unhinged energy to start the weekend.
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