She's On The Money She Skipped Uni, Travelled for 4 Years… and Still Built Her Dream Life
Oct 19, 2025
Natasha, a money diarist and early-career saver, shares her unconventional journey of skipping university to buy property in her early twenties. While others struggled with student debt, she traveled for four years, renting out her home. Natasha discusses her frugal travel hacks, balancing motherhood with a career as an executive assistant, and her choices around investing and budgeting. She reveals how community support plays a vital role in her life and emphasizes prioritizing experiences over traditional financial paths. Her insights are both relatable and inspiring!
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Young Love And Early Financial Partnership
- Natasha met her husband at 16 while working at McDonald's and they started dating at 18. They deferred uni, saved while living with parents, and bought their first house at 22 in 2011.
Bought, Rented Out, Then Traveled
- They bought a house at 22, rented it out, then married in 2014 to travel. The rental covered the mortgage while they worked in London and Vancouver from 2014–2018.
Use Property To Fund Life Choices
- Consider buying property early and renting it out to enable life choices like extended travel. Seek practical advice from experienced people and act on tested strategies.