Retiring early sounds like the dream, but is it all it’s cracked up to be? Glen and John dive into what it really means to retire, why financial freedom isn’t just about hitting a magic number, and how to get the most out of your money whether you want to retire early or not. They unpack:👉🏾 the myth of retirement age (hint: it’s not 67)👉 financial independence vs. retiring early👉🏿 why lifestyle design matters more than quitting work👉🏽 the big financial rocks that shape your future👉🏻 whether homeownership is a must for financial freedom👉 how career choices impact wealth-building👉🏼 the importance of getting on the same page with your partnerHit your goals this year with the FREE Glen James Reset Course hereNeed a system to manage your money? Check out the FREE Glen James Spending PlanGrab Shell & Glen's book, Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money: https://amzn.to/3CJomdKWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our first true crime podcast. If you believe in small business, you won’t believe this story. It’s a bloody runaway train that is going to hit a wall. I honestly can’t believe this is happening. But it’s true. Thanks for listening,Glen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Want a clear, step-by-step game plan for building wealth and a secure financial future? In today's episode Glen breaks down his Wealth Steps framework to help you build the life you want, one step at a time. He explains the four stages:👉🏿 the foundations👉🏻 getting established👉 living life on your own terms👉🏼 and investing for your futureDownload Glen's free Wealth Steps PDF hereCheck out the free Glen James Reset course hereWatch this episode on YouTube here and follow us @m3.podcastListen to the Emergency fund refresher episode here - Apple | SpotifyThanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inflation, interest rates, the housing crisis...what’s really going on? Glen sits down with Brian Parker, Chief Economist at Australian Retirement Trust, to get his thoughts on the state of our economy. Plus, Brian shares his take on what he’d fix first if he were running the economy. They chat about:👉🏻 what’s actually happening with inflation and interest rates👉 whether wages are keeping up or if we’re all falling behind👉🏼 the housing crisis - is it really just about supply?👉🏽 trade, tariffs, and why they matter to your wallet👉🏾 whether we're heading for a recessionThanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting the Tuesday show! Need a mortgage broker? Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane’s* been part of our community for a while, and today, she’s sharing her money story. At 51, she’s a single mum, a homeowner, and on a mission to retire in the next decade! Jane shares:👉 how she paid off her mortgage in 13 years👉🏾 juggling full-time work and raising her son solo👉🏿 how she saved and invested while planning her next home upgrade👉🏼 what she’s teaching her 8-year-old about money👉🏾 her biggest financial wins and regrets*Name changed for privacyHit your goals this year with the free Glen James Reset courseThanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode Glen and Jess Brady, host of Financially Fierce chat about why most goal setting fails and what you can do to actually stick to your plans this year. They also break down emergency funds—why they’re a big deal, how much you really need, and where to stash it. They chat about:👉🏾 stop doing this with your goals (it’s holding you back)👉🏻 setting goals that are challenging but not impossible👉🏿 why an emergency fund is a total game changer👉 how much cash you actually need in your fund👉🏼the best places to park your emergency stash👉🏽 avoiding the guilt trap when using your emergency fundHit your goals in 2025, check out the free Glen James reset course hereCheck out Jess's Greenhouse Money Growing Program hereNeed a system to manage your money? Check out the free Glen James Spending PlanThanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting the Tuesday show! Need a mortgage broker? Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever dreamt of hitting the road and exploring Australia? In today's episode, Glen chats with Retire Right cohost, Martin McGrath who shares how he and his young family turned that dream into reality... twice! Martin shares his top tips, lessons learned, and what it really costs to caravan across the country, including:👉🏾 the planning process: from gear to finances👉🏻 budgeting for the big trip (and cutting costs)👉 how they handled work, school, and life on the road👉🏽 unexpected challenges (and funny moments!)👉🏿 the gear you actually need vs. what you don’t👉🏻 insider tips for choosing the right caravan setup👉🏽 favourite stops and hidden gems along the journey👉 managing kids and keeping them entertainedCheck out the bonus caravanning Q&A on Retire Right this Friday!Thanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the show Glen and John spill the tea on their latest venture—a joint purchase of a commercial property. Curious about joint ventures or just want a peek behind the financial curtain? They share:👉🏻 how they structured the deal👉 who contributed what (and how costs blew out)👉🏼 the profits after renovations👉🏽 lessons learned about working with multiple investors👉🏾 and tips for anyone considering a joint venture!Thanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting the Tuesday show! Need a mortgage broker? Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's my money story episode, Glen chats with long-time listener Jade, who shares his journey from hospitality to casual FIFO work, which he recently left behind for a steady paycheck and greater stability for his family in Margaret River. Jade also reflects on the joy of traveling around Australia with a young family and his current goal of purchasing a home.Thanks to Skye Wealth for supporting our Thursday show! Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's kick off the new year with the ultimate investing debate: shares or property? Glen and John present their best case and unpack the pros and cons of each to help you decide whether bricks or stocks (or both!) are the best investment for you. 📘 Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future by John Pidgeon: https://amzn.to/4gOW5RL 📘 The Quick-Start Guide to Investing by Glen James: https://amzn.to/4fV7XR7Thanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting the Tuesday show! Need a mortgage broker? Connect with the team hereWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here.Any advice is general financial advice only which does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you do choose to buy a financial product read the product disclosure statement (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored to your needs.SYMO Interactive Pty Ltd & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services licence 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.