

Dev Raga Personal Finance
Dev Raga
Money concepts made simple for busy professionals, hosted by Melbourne-based doctor Dev Raga. New episodes every Wednesday.Formerly named my millennial money professional Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Mentioned books

May 31, 2022 • 1h 13min
225 EVs: 150,000km Tesla Model 3 update
Dev shares his thoughts on electric vehicles and discusses the ins and outs of owning a Tesla Model 3 such as:👉🏾 purchase price👉🏿 cost of electricity & comparison with fuel costs👉🏻 Autopilot (Model 3 specific)👉 wear and tear / servicing costs👉🏼 annoying & brilliant bits about the car👉🏽 software and updates👉🏿 charging and infrastructure, is charging a pain?👉 Tesla service👉🏾 Victoria's EV road tax👉🏻 EV marker in Australia - the competitionLearn more about Altus Financial here: https://bit.ly/altusm3m🛑 Please read our disclaimer + warnings before listening to this episode📝 Episode transcript: https://bit.ly/m3meptranscripts🏡 Join our facebook group for healthcare professionals💸 Quick links to our resources and $20 off The Glen James Spending Planmy millennial money medical is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.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. The host of this podcast is an authorised representative of Money Sherpa PTY LTD, which holds financial services license 451289. To download the financial services guide, please visit: https://moneymoneymoney.squarespace.com/s/FSG-Dev-Raga-Personal-Finance-August-2025.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 24, 2022 • 26min
224 what is net asset value (nav) + using a non-bank lender
In today's episode Dev explains:👉🏿 what is net asset value (NAV) and how does it relate to net worth?👉🏽 does NAV actually help with making investment decisions?👉 what are non-bank lenders?👉🏼 and the pros and cons of using non-bank lendersLearn more about Altus Financial here: https://bit.ly/altusm3mEpisodes mentioned:077 what is price to earnings ratio (P/E)?078 what is price to book ratio (P/B)?222 stock market myths + wrap accounts212 investing truths053 what are bonds? Are they good?🛑 Please read our disclaimer + warnings before listening to this episode📝 Episode transcript: https://bit.ly/m3meptranscripts🏡 Join our facebook group for healthcare professionals💸 Quick links to our resources and $20 off The Glen James Spending Planmy millennial money medical is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.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. The host of this podcast is an authorised representative of Money Sherpa PTY LTD, which holds financial services license 451289. To download the financial services guide, please visit: https://moneymoneymoney.squarespace.com/s/FSG-Dev-Raga-Personal-Finance-August-2025.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 17, 2022 • 49min
223 burnout, self care + defence housing
Burnout is unfortunately very common in the workplace, especially amongst healthcare workers, and it can impact your finances in a variety of ways. Remember to chat with your GP if you are experiencing any issues in regards to your mental health or contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14. In this episode Dev unpacks:👉🏾 what is burnout and what are some of the risk factors that can lead to it👉🏻 7 questions to ask yourself if suspect you might be burnt out👉🏿 what you can do to avoid and manage it👉 how it can affect your finances👉🏼 plus a listener question at the end of the episode around the pros and cons of investing in defence housingAltus Financial is for medical professionals who want to feel good about their finances. Visit https://bit.ly/altusm3m🛑 Please read our disclaimer + warnings before listening to this episode📝 Episode transcript: https://bit.ly/m3meptranscripts🏡 Join our facebook group for healthcare professionals💸 Quick links to our resources and $20 off The Glen James Spending Planmy millennial money medical is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.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. The host of this podcast is an authorised representative of Money Sherpa PTY LTD, which holds financial services license 451289. To download the financial services guide, please visit: https://moneymoneymoney.squarespace.com/s/FSG-Dev-Raga-Personal-Finance-August-2025.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 10, 2022 • 56min
222 stock market myths + wrap accounts
Dev unpacks 10 myths about the stock market:👉🏾 investing in the stock market is gambling👉🏿 the stock market is only for rich people👉🏻 buying a stock when it falls is always a good strategy👉 the more stocks you own, the better it is!👉🏼 gains and losses are considered equal👉🏽 more risk means more returns👉 a low stock price means it's undervalued👉🏿 everyone needs a financial adviser👉🏾 sequence of returns doesn't matter👉🏼 dividend yield investing is always good👉🏻 and a question from Nyasha who asks, "What is a wrap account?"🛑 Please read our disclaimer + warnings before listening to this episodeAltus Financial is for medical professionals who want to feel good about their finances. Visit https://bit.ly/altusm3mEpisodes mentioned:135 gambling vs speculation!056 what are derivatives (financial)?203 what is diworsification?076 what are corporate actions?077 what is price to earnings ratio (P/E)?078 what is price to book ratio (P/B)?028 what is sequence of returns risk?031 what is dividend investing?065 dividends vs distributions102 what is a dividend reinvestment plan (DRP)?061 what is a trust?📝 Episode transcript: https://bit.ly/m3meptranscripts🏡 Join our facebook group for healthcare professionals💸 Quick links to our resources and $20 off The Glen James Spending Planmy millennial money medical is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.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. The host of this podcast is an authorised representative of Money Sherpa PTY LTD, which holds financial services license 451289. To download the financial services guide, please visit: https://moneymoneymoney.squarespace.com/s/FSG-Dev-Raga-Personal-Finance-August-2025.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 3, 2022 • 35min
221 couples and money
If you're in a relationship, how you decide to manage money with your significant other is very personal. Here are 3 ways that couples can share and split finances along with some of the big money traps to avoid and how to reduce your risk of falling into them. We also answer a question from Jason who asks, what are the big milestones in a career as a doctor and how should I financially prepare for them? The concepts discussed will be relevant to any profession that requires greater than 5 years of training.Mentioned in the chat:213 debt repayment strategies208 what is a prenuptial or binding financial agreement?2021 marriage and divorce statsMoneysmart websiteFinancial Rights Legal CentreAltus Financial is for medical professionals who want to feel good about their finances. Visit https://bit.ly/altusm3m🛑 Please read our disclaimer + warnings before listening to this episode📝 Episode transcript: https://bit.ly/m3meptranscripts🏡 Join our facebook group for healthcare professionals💸 Quick links to our resources and $20 off The Glen James Spending Planmy millennial money medical is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.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. The host of this podcast is an authorised representative of Money Sherpa PTY LTD, which holds financial services license 451289. To download the financial services guide, please visit: https://moneymoneymoney.squarespace.com/s/FSG-Dev-Raga-Personal-Finance-August-2025.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 2022 • 52min
220 practice ownership: things to consider!
Dev covers the ins and outs of owning your own health care practice and re-negotiating contracts. Thanks Campbell and Jo for your questions! Dev unpacks:👉🏾 the benefits, pros and cons👉🏿 what makes a good practice👉🏻 things to look out for when establishing or buying a practice👉 practice ownership structure👉🏼goodwill - who cares!👉🏽 partnerships and red flags👉🏿 what is profit sharing?👉🏻 shielding yourself behind a company structure👉🏾 contracts - negotiating for sole traders/employees👉 trade restraint clauses👉🏽 his overall views on practice ownershipAltus Financial is for medical professionals who want to feel good about their finances. Visit https://bit.ly/altusm3m🛑 Please read our disclaimer + warnings before listening to this episode📝 Episode transcript: https://bit.ly/m3meptranscripts🏡 Join our facebook group for healthcare professionals💸 Quick links to our resources and $20 off The Glen James Spending Planmy millennial money medical is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.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. The host of this podcast is an authorised representative of Money Sherpa PTY LTD, which holds financial services license 451289. To download the financial services guide, please visit: https://moneymoneymoney.squarespace.com/s/FSG-Dev-Raga-Personal-Finance-August-2025.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 19, 2022 • 52min
219 Q&A: risk profiles, borrowing to invest, life insurance, parental leave, planning for kids + more
In today's episode we're discussing your questions. Make sure to be part of our facebook group for health care workers where you can ask a question for the show! In today's episode Dev discusses:👉🏼 what asset classes should be included in a well diversified portfolio?👉🏽 borrowing to invest / leverage like using the NAB equity builder👉🏾 what's the impact of HECS/HELP debt on getting a home loan?👉🏿 life insurance and income protection considerations for health care workers👉🏻 preparing for parental leave + financial planning with young children👉 investment strategy for retirement👉🏼 the basics of investing in sharesAltus Financial is for medical professionals who want to feel good about their finances. Visit https://bit.ly/altusm3mEpisodes mentioned:049 leverage vs margin!033 index funds vs ETFs: which is better?036 listed investment companies (LICS)116 savings rate vs investment returns!027 what is inflation and why is it important?133: is inflation a problem?🛑 Please read our disclaimer + warnings before listening to this episode📝 Episode transcript: https://bit.ly/m3meptranscripts🏡 Join our facebook group for healthcare professionals💸 Quick links to our resources and $20 off The Glen James Spending Planmy millennial money medical is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.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. The host of this podcast is an authorised representative of Money Sherpa PTY LTD, which holds financial services license 451289. To download the financial services guide, please visit: https://moneymoneymoney.squarespace.com/s/FSG-Dev-Raga-Personal-Finance-August-2025.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 12, 2022 • 37min
218 budgeting strategies
The best budgeting strategy is the one that works for you. In this episode Dev shares a few, including: 👉🏻 4 budgeting strategies to manage your personal finances (50/30/20, zero-based, values-based and the Dev Raga budget)👉 4 types of corporate budgets that can be used by businesses (incremental, activity-based, value proposition and zero-based)👉🏾 3 ways that managers can create a budget for their staff👉🏿 and a positive review - wow! Thanks🛑 Please read our disclaimer + warnings before listening to this episodeAltus Financial is for medical professionals who want to feel good about their finances. Visit https://bit.ly/altusm3m📝 Episode transcript: https://bit.ly/m3meptranscripts🏡 Join our facebook group for healthcare professionals💸 Quick links to our resources and $20 off The Glen James Spending Planmy millennial money medical is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.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. The host of this podcast is an authorised representative of Money Sherpa PTY LTD, which holds financial services license 451289. To download the financial services guide, please visit: https://moneymoneymoney.squarespace.com/s/FSG-Dev-Raga-Personal-Finance-August-2025.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 5, 2022 • 42min
217 macro-economic vs micro-economic factors
Dev breaks down some examples of macro-economic and micro-economic factors and ultimately how they affect us and the economy. He also explains how businesses can maximise their profits by focusing on 6 micro-economic factors and answers a listener question about burnout in the medical profession.Altus Financial is for medical professionals who want to feel good about their finances. Visit https://bit.ly/altusm3m🛑 Please read our disclaimer + warnings before listening to this episode📝 Episode transcript: https://bit.ly/m3meptranscripts🏡 Join our facebook group for healthcare professionals💸 Quick links to our resources and $20 off The Glen James Spending Planmy millennial money medical is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.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. The host of this podcast is an authorised representative of Money Sherpa PTY LTD, which holds financial services license 451289. To download the financial services guide, please visit: https://moneymoneymoney.squarespace.com/s/FSG-Dev-Raga-Personal-Finance-August-2025.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 29, 2022 • 37min
216 active vs passive income
Using active income to invest in assets which generate a passive income is a common strategy when working towards becoming financially independent. In this episode Dev unpacks:👉🏾 what is income👉🏿 assessable income vs taxable income (Check out episodes 094 to 099 on tax deductions)👉🏻active income and the pros and cons of it👉 types of passive income and the pros and cons👉🏼 maximising your income per unit time👉🏽 and a listener question: tips for reviewing and negotiating insurance policiesNote: The stock portfolio expense deduction used in the example was incorrect. It should be $1,250 not $12,500. You can check out the correct breakdown here.Altus Financial is for medical professionals who want to feel good about their finances. Visit https://bit.ly/altusm3m🛑 Please read our disclaimer + warnings before listening to this episode📝 Episode transcript: https://bit.ly/m3meptranscripts🏡 Join our facebook group for healthcare professionals💸 Quick links to our resources and $20 off The Glen James Spending Planmy millennial money medical is produced by SYMO interactive, home of my millennial money.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. The host of this podcast is an authorised representative of Money Sherpa PTY LTD, which holds financial services license 451289. To download the financial services guide, please visit: https://moneymoneymoney.squarespace.com/s/FSG-Dev-Raga-Personal-Finance-August-2025.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.