Her Money Matters

In this episode of Her Money Matters, Naomi is joined by the fabulous Helene Psarakis for a deep dive into the kind of debt we don’t talk about enough—mortgages. Inspired by Salt-N-Pepa’s iconic anthem, this episode injects a bit of fun on debt and brings the sass, the stats, and the solutions. You’ll learn: Why “No Debt by Retirement” should be your new mantra The 5 levers that can save you hundr...

If you’re helping Mum or Dad navigate the move into aged care, or starting to think about what your own retirement years might look like, this episode is for you. The journey through later life is rarely straightforward. One moment your parents are in the Active Years, still independent and enjoying freedom, the next they’re stepping into the Quiet Years where routines slow, and before long you ma...

It’s my birthday week, and every year I use this moment as my own personal checkpoint — a time to pause, look back at the year that’s been, and set fresh goals for the year ahead. That’s why we’re talking about goal setting this week — because just like Bon Jovi sang, “It’s my life, it’s now or never” — the best time to get intentional about your future is now. In this episode of Her Money Matters...

Your super is one of the most powerful tools you have to build wealth, but it can just as easily work against you if you ignore it. In this episode of Her Money Matters, we’re diving into everything you need to know about super, from what it is to how you can make it work harder for your future. You might not think of your super as a superhero, but it has the power to be one of the greatest financ...

What happens when you realise you’ve been playing by someone else’s rules with your money and it’s time to take the pen back and write a new story?   In this episode of Her Money Matters, we use Chris Isaak’s haunting Wicked Game as the soundtrack to a conversation about regaining control, rebuilding confidence, and designing a financial future on your own terms. You’ll hear: • How financial contr...

We all have a money story. It’s shaped by our upbringing, what we learned (or didn’t) about money, our life experiences, and the beliefs we’ve carried along the way. And the good news? Your story isn’t fixed.    In this episode of Her Money Matters, we’ll use a little pop culture nostalgia—yes, we’re talking The NeverEnding Story—to unpack why your financial past doesn’t have to define your future...

In true Independent Women fashion, this episode is all about learning what most of us were never taught: what you need to know about investing and demystifying the jargon. Destiny’s Child gave us the anthem, but being an independent woman today also means knowing how to invest, build wealth, and make confident financial decisions. So in this episode we will focus on: The four main asset classes Wh...

We often think wealth is about earning more but the real magic happens when you keep more of what you earn. That’s where surplus cashflow comes in. It’s not flashy, but it’s one of the most powerful ways to build long-term financial security, and it’s completely within your control.   In this episode of Her Money Matters, we break down why surplus cashflow is potentially the single biggest key to...

We all have a vision of what retirement could look like—slow mornings, blue skies, freedom to do what you love (and none of what you don’t). But how do you go from daydreaming to actually designing a retirement that works?   In this episode of Her Money Matters, we unpack what it takes to turn sweet dreams into reality. We’ll walk through the key questions you need to be asking right now: When wil...

As much as we loved that Dire Straits song back in the day, there’s no such thing as money for nothing - especially when it comes to your kids! In this episode, I explore the topic of ‘The Bank of Mum and Dad’, and 6 of the most common ways parents are supporting their kids into the property market.  I will discuss things like whether to ‘gift’ or to ‘loan’ your kids the money for a deposit, and t...

Welcome to the first episode of Her Money Matters. The title, 'From humble beginnings to new beginnings' outlines that I didn't grow up with money and I certainly didn't learn about it at home or at school, but through a life changing sliding doors moment, I was presented an opportunity to learn about money - one that changed my life forever.  In this episode, I share what this podcast is all abou...