421 Drawing Down On Your Portfolio In Retirement (Q&A With Vince Scully) Part 2 Dev Raga Personal Finance podcast

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In today's episode, Dev sits down with Felipe Araujo, CEO of Generation Life, to unpack everything you need to know about investment bonds. They cover: 👉🏽 what investment bonds are and how they work 👉🏼 who investment bonds are most suited to 👉🏿 tax benefits compared to investing outside a bond 👉🏻 how asset protection and estate planning features work 👉 fees, investment options, and how to withdraw funds We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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517 why this American doctor left it all behind for Australia: Dr Carmen's story 1:06:22

10 days ago1:06:22

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In this episode, Dev sits down with Dr Carmen Brown, an American-trained OB/GYN who made the bold decision to leave the US healthcare system and start a new life and career in Australia and New Zealand. They dive into Carmen’s medical journey, the brutal realities of student debt and burnout in the US, and why Australia & New Zealand offered not just better working conditions, but a new lease on life. Carmen also shares how she built her consulting business Expat MD to help other doctors do the same. Her story touches on: 👉🏾 her med school journey 👉🏿 why Carmen decided to leave the US 👉🏻 key differences between the US and Aussie healthcare system 👉 what loan forgiveness is in the US and who's eligible 👉🏼 pay, student loans & insurance differences 👉🏽 how Expat MD helps US doctors make the move to Australia & New Zealand Click here to learn more about Expat MD: https://www.expatmd.com/ We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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516 types of debt & what is debt recycling 24:42

17 days ago24:42

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Let's talk about debt! Dev covers: 👉🏿 what is debt? 👉🏻 deductible vs non deductible debt 👉 what is debt recycling 👉🏼 the pros and cons of debt recycling We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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515 what is a doom loop? 17:14

24 days ago17:14

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In today's episode Dev unpacks the concept of a doom loop, touching on: 👉🏿 what it is and how it works 👉🏻 what is a flywheel effect? 👉 the main causes 👉🏼 and how to break the doom loop We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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514 dentistry, insights into practice ownership & building wealth: Vanessa’s story 39:32

4 weeks ago39:32

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In this episode, Dev chats with Vanessa* who is a practicing dentist and private practice owner about her 30+ year journey in dentistry. From getting into dental school to navigating staff management and overheads, Vanessa shares what it’s really like to run a dental practice and how she’s built long-term wealth along the way. *Name changed for privacy. Her journey includes: 👉🏾 getting into dental school & early career challenges 👉🏿 private vs public dentistry: work, income & opportunity 👉🏻 practice ownership, staff management & overheads 👉 profit margins, fee structures & how dentists actually get paid 👉🏼 buying her own premises & why it mattered 👉🏽 learning the business side of dentistry 👉🏾 how Vanessa invests 👉🏿 decisions around insurances, SMSF & estate planning Episode mentioned in the chat: Listen: 🎧 506 protecting your wealth: wills, estate planning & generational wealth (Q&A with a lawyer) We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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513 will the 4% rule actually work for your retirement? 17:21

5 weeks ago17:21

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The 4% rule is a go-to for retirement planning, but does it actually hold up? In this episode, Dev Raga breaks down what the rule gets right, where it falls short, and how you can tweak it for a more secure future. He dives into: 👉🏻 why the 4% rule was created and if it still works today 👉 how market downturns and fees can derail your retirement 👉🏼 the hidden power of paying off your mortgage before retiring 👉🏽 asset allocation strategies to make your money last longer 📝 Episode transcripts We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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512 lessons from a junior doctor: saving, investing & buying a home 48:52

6 weeks ago48:52

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Jeff* is 25, a junior doctor, and already owns a home with a growing $120K share portfolio. He joins Dev to share how he got here including his journey through private medical school, navigating doctor-friendly home loans, and the investing strategy that’s setting him up for financial freedom. *Name has been changed for privacy. Jeff's story touches on: 👉🏾 the cost of private medical school & fee-help loans 👉🏿 moving for work & how it shaped his career 👉🏻 current income, outgoings & savings rate 👉 using doctor-specific home loans to buy a property 👉🏼 his investment strategy & approach to FIRE 👉🏽 money wins & lessons learned so far We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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511 timeless principles of investing 20:59

7 weeks ago20:59

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Some investing strategies come and go, but the best ones stand the test of time. In today's episode Dev shares 5 timeless investing principles to help you build lasting wealth, including: 👉🏾 having a clear financial plan 👉🏿 why diversification is key 👉🏻 minimising your investment costs 👉 having a long-term perspective 👉🏼 and knowing when to stop playing the game 📝 Episode transcripts We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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510 from divorce to financial freedom: Sarah’s story 45:59

8 weeks ago45:59

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Today's episode is a special one as Dev sits down with Sarah*, a GP who shares her deeply personal and inspiring journey with money. Sarah shares how an arranged marriage ended in divorce and how she rebuilt financial freedom for herself and her children. *Name has been changed for privacy. Sarah's story touches on: 👉🏾 her med school journey in the UK 👉🏿 growing up with a scarcity mindset in an immigrant family 👉🏻 entering an abusive arranged marriage at a young age 👉 how divorce impacted her finances and career 👉🏼 plus how she rebuilt both as a single parent 👉🏽 using property and super to build long-term wealth 👉🏾 why she prioritised her will and estate planning, post-divorce If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or financial abuse, there is help at https://1800respect.org.au We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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509 the two income trap: why earning more isn’t always better 16:04

9 weeks ago16:04

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More income, more security...right? Not always. In this episode, Dev unpacks the "two-income trap," a concept made famous by Elizabeth Warren, and why earning more doesn’t always mean financial freedom. He touches on: 👉🏾 what the two-income trap is and why it matters 👉🏿 how rising fixed costs (housing, childcare) eat away at extra income 👉🏻 why dual-income households can still face financial stress 👉 whether staying home with kids should be considered "paid work" 👉🏼 practical ways to avoid falling into the two-income trap 👉🏽 plus, is it okay to borrow money to buy Christmas presents? 📝 Episode transcripts We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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508 the psychology of retirement (with Prof. Joanne Earl) 45:14

10 weeks ago45:14

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One of the questions that commonly gets asked from doctors and other professionals is how to plan for retirement, as many struggle to settle into retirement after working for 30+ years. In today's episode, Dev chats with Joanne Earl, Professor of Psychology at Macquarie University. They touch on: 👉🏾 the 6 buckets to focus on in your transition to retirement 👉🏻 is working long term a bad idea? 👉🏼 managing boredom in retirement 👉🏽 navigating losing more loved ones in old age 👉 how to practice retirement 👉🏿 is society designed for young people? Below are the articles mentioned in the chat: A psychologist on how to know you’re ready for retirement A guide for medical practitioners transitioning to an encore career or retirement Online intervention trial for late-career medical practitioners to promote planning for retirement 📝 Episode transcripts We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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507 the paradox of thrift 12:08

11 weeks ago12:08

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In today's episode, Dev explains the concept called "paradox of thrift". He touches on: 👉🏾 what it is 👉🏿 real world examples such as a recession 👉🏻 the circular flow economic model 👉 Keynesian economics 👉🏼 it's flaws and criticism Related episodes: 🎧 070 recessions and depressions! 📝 Episode transcripts We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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506 protecting your wealth: wills, estate planning & generational wealth (Q&A with a lawyer) 46:28

12 weeks ago46:28

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In today's chat, wills and estates lawyer Marlee Viero from Nest Legal returns to chat with Dev about wills, estate planning, and how to protect your wealth for future generations. They break down common mistakes, digital assets, tax traps, and whether a testamentary trust could be right for you. The episode touches on: 👉🏾 why estate planning is more than just a will 👉🏻 common pitfalls people make with their assets 👉🏼 how to protect wealth across generations 👉 is there a death tax in Australia? 👉🏿 digital assets: who controls your online life after you die? 👉🏽 tax traps to watch out for when passing on wealth 👉🏾 how a testamentary trust works and who should consider one 👉🏻 choosing the right lawyer for your estate planning 👉 how often you should review your will and estate plan Check out episodes 411 and 412 for the other episodes on wills & estates planning with Marlee. 📝 Episode transcripts We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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505 is FIRE even possible with a family? I talk with Cam & Trish 1:00:05

13 weeks ago1:00:05

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In today's episode Dev chats with Cam and Trish from Family on Fire, a family proving that FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) isn’t just for singles or couples without kids. They share their unique journey of smashing the mortgage, balancing family life, and building financial independence, all while raising three kids. The interview touches on: 👉🏾 starting their FIRE journey later in life 👉🏻 smashing their mortgage by living on one income 👉 balancing private school fees, extracurriculars, and savings 👉🏽 using equity and leverage to grow their investments 👉🏿 how a health scare shaped their financial resilience 👉🏾 making FIRE fun with travel and family adventures 👉 the importance of teaching kids financial literacy 👉🏽 their "boring" strategy You can follow Cam & Trish's journey at https://www.familyonfire.com.au We 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 trading as money money money & Glen James are authorised representatives of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd which holds financial services license 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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504 trade wars and taxes: making sense of tariffs 24:16

14 weeks ago24:16