More than just a budgeting tool- Pocketsmith; Time machine for your finances

Aug 25, 2025

Andrew, a finance systems expert and enthusiastic Pocketsmith user, shares insights on how this tool goes beyond simple budgeting. He discusses modern money management and how transparent financial practices benefit couples. The conversation touches on tailoring budgeting strategies to personal needs, emphasizing that financial health requires regular reviews and open communication. Andrew also highlights the importance of financial education for younger generations, empowering them in today's economy.

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From Spreadsheets To PocketSmith

Andrew moved from long-term spreadsheets to PocketSmith after hearing the podcast and has used spreadsheets back to 2005.
His background in finance systems made the transition easier but isn't required to benefit from the tool.

INSIGHT

Net Worth Beats Single-Account Fixation

Tracking net worth gives a holistic view and shows progress across all assets and liabilities.
Once set up, bank feeds and asset entries largely look after themselves aside from periodic balance updates.

ADVICE

Weekly 15-Minute Maintenance Routine

Spend about 15–20 minutes weekly maintaining PocketSmith to categorise uncaptured transactions.
Review income/expense reports monthly and budgets twice a year for deeper planning.

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In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Gemma Mitchell is joined by one of our very own community members who is also a Pocketsmith Super-User. Andrew takes us through how he uses the personal finance software and how it's so much more than a budgeting tool. But don't worry, this isn't just a sales pitch for Pocketsmith (who is a sponsor and we love!) they also talk about money hacks, other ways to budget, the power of tracking net worth and why every couple needs a household CEO & a CFO (and what that actually means for your household money!).

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Chapters (approximate)
(00:00) Introduction
(05:08) Transitioning from Spreadsheets to PocketSmith
(07:50) Managing Finances with PocketSmith
(12:48) Do You Need to Track Every Dollar?
(14:23) PocketSmith Features
(15:15) Andrew's PocketSmith Insight
(18:10) Communication in Financial Management
(19:44) Personalisation and Financial Habits
(23:17) Bank Accounts
(28:51) Tips & Tricks for PocketSmith
(36:07) Superpower of PocketSmith
(39:10) Difference in Expense History
(41:06) Budgeting Myths and Misconceptions
(42:56) What Andrew Wishes He Knew at 20

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