In Her Wallet

In episode 72 of the In Her Wallet podcast, join host Sofiia as she explores effective strategies to significantly lower your expenses on flights, accommodations, and transportation. Whether you're planning a tropical getaway, a cultural tour in Europe, or an adventurous journey across Asia, discover how to expertly use booking platforms, maximize loyalty programs, and select travel dates that lea...

In episode 71 of the In Her Wallet Podcast, our host Sofiia invites Rachel Wong, Co-Founder of Monday Girl, first-of-its-kind digital networking platform in North America, to discuss mastering networking as a modern professional woman. Together, they explore how to cultivate the right mindset, make memorable first impressions, and find the time to attend networking events. Tune in for invaluable s...

In episode 70 of the In Her Wallet Podcast, our host Sofiia explores the powerful connection between financial health and mental well-being. Many of us know the anxiety that comes with managing money, and research shows a strong link between financial stress and mental health challenges like feelings of anxiety and overwhelm. Join Sofiia as she explains what common financial stressors are, helps y...

In episode 69 of the In Her Wallet Podcast, our host Sofiia dives into one of the most common financial dilemmas faced by car shoppers: should you buy, finance, or lease your new car? We explore everything from the upfront costs and monthly payments to the long-term financial implications of buying vs financing vs leasing. Sofiia also covers important considerations like depreciation, maintenance...

In episode 68 of the In Her Wallet Podcast, we peel back the layers on why filling up your grocery cart or dining out suddenly feels like a luxury splurge. Our host Sofiia is joined by Sang Le, the founder of Peko Produce, Western Canada's first delivery service for "peculiar" and surplus groceries, offering savings of up to 40% off regular grocery store prices. Together, they discuss questions li...

In episode 67 of the In Her Wallet Podcast, join Sofiia on a deep dive into the world of TFSA, RRSP, and the newly introduced FHSA. We discuss key benefits, differences, and strategic uses of each account to supercharge your financial journey. Whether you’re saving for that dream holiday, planning a majestic retirement, or gearing up for your first home purchase, understanding all three accounts i...

In episode 66 of the In Her Wallet Podcast, we're diving deep into the world of credit cards - the good, the bad, and the fine print that banks might not be so keen on sharing. Joined by Shannon Terrell from NerdWallet, we discuss how to choose the right credit card that doesn’t just fit your needs, but also empowers your financial independence and goals. Whether you're aiming to boost your credit...

In episode 65 of the In Her Wallet Podcast, we're diving into the world of tipping culture. It's a tradition with deep roots that's facing rapid changes in today's society. Sofiia takes you on a journey to discover the origins of tipping and why it's sparking debates now more than ever. Ever wondered about the 'right' amount to tip or why we're suddenly tipping in places we never thought we would?...

In episode 64 of the In Her Wallet Podcast, Sofiia is joined by Wealthsimple's Tax Expert Caroline Corbeil for a conversation on filing personal income taxes in Canada. From learning the difference in filing taxes as employed vs self-employed, to understanding tax brackets and strategies to maximize deductions, this episode covers everything you need to know to file taxes in 2024! Plus, we explore...

In this debut episode of Season 3, our host Sofiia dives deep into the heart of the gender wealth gap, a challenge that touches every woman's financial journey (whether you know it or not). We explore the multifaceted reasons behind this disparity—from the infamous pink tax to the time spent in the workforce—and bring to light actionable strategies that each of us can utilize, in our own lives, to...

Season 3 of In Her Wallet is on the horizon, and we're kicking things off with a bang! This special trailer episode offers a sneak peek into what's in store for you, our community. Hosted by Sofiia, a Vancouver-based financial educator and the founder of "In Her Wallet", this season is set to explore the intricacies of how money works, uncover the factors influencing our financial decision-making,...

Welcome to the final episode of Season 2 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! In this episode, we celebrate 47 episodes released in 2023 and reflect on the valuable lessons learnt along the way. Join Sofiia and 25 guests as we share the best takeaways on topics like your relationship with money, managing finances as a couple, taking care of aging parents, maximizing workplace benefits, negotiating, start...

Welcome to Episode 61 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! This week Sofiia is bringing you a solo episode about 8 money lessons she learnt before turning 28. Sofiia is someone who moved countries at 17 on her own, studied economics in university, worked in the wealth management sector, reads finance books, holds an official accreditation in the investment management space, and has gone through lot of ge...

Welcome to Episode 60 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! This week Sofiia is joined by Olessia Lapina, a seasoned talent leader with 10 years of experience holding key roles in renowned global organizations like Tiffany&Co, Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy and Fairmont Hotels. In this episode, Sofiia and Olessia talk about building a strong personal brand, ways it can advance your career, help grow netw...

Welcome to Episode 59 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! This week Sofiia is bringing you a solo episode covering 6 tips to make the most of Black Friday and holiday shopping. How to avoid buying things 'just because they are on sale', maximize your cash back earned, and navigate the sea of deals seamlessly? Tune in for answers to these questions!*Watch this episode in video format on YouTube*If you li...

Welcome to Episode 58 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! This week Sofiia is bringing you a solo episode about how you can prepare to buy your first home in Canada! In this episode, Sofiia walks you through the exact steps to take to prepare to buy your first home, like figuring out what home you can actually afford, getting pre-approved for a mortgage and understanding the government programs designed...

Welcome to Episode 57 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! This week Sofiia is bringing you a solo episode on the topic many of her fellow brides can relate to, but often find it difficult to discuss openly - the cost of weddings! In this episode, Sofiia shares the actual costs of her own wedding, the average budget of a lavish wedding you see on Instagram, and some of the practices her and her partner a...

Welcome to Episode 56 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! This week, our host Sofiia is joined by Scheherazade Hasan, Advisor and Associate Portfolio Manager at Wealthsimple, to answer the #1 question they both get: "Where do I start?!" In this episode, we are walking you through the steps that will help you build a solid financial foundation, set achievable goals, and create a roadmap tailored to your...

Welcome to Episode 55 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! This week Sofiia is bringing you a short solo episode about paying off your credit card debt (in fact, any type of debt) as efficiently as possible! Tune in to learn about the two things you need to have to set yourself up for success before starting to pay off debt, the golden rule of using credit cards, the 2 proven strategies for debt repaymen...

Welcome to Episode 54 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! This week, we are discussing the hidden costs of household chores (which women tend to do more of) and their profound impact on our financial futures and career paths. Sofiia is joined by Lindsay Sparrow, one of the premiere investment advisors in Alberta at Wellington-Altus Private Wealth. As a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and a Certified D...

Welcome to Episode 53 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! This week Sofiia is bringing you a solo episode about the 5 smart money moves to make this fall to prevent the overwhelm and avoid the overspend with all the fun stuff happening at this time of the year, like Thanksgiving dinners, Halloween parties, Black Friday deals and, of course, pumpkin spice lattes. Our goal is that after listening to this...

Welcome to Episode 52 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! This week, we got a question for you: have you ever struggled with keeping money, making it, or even enjoying it? The answer to dealing with any of the above might be simpler than you think - it's our emotional intelligence. In this episode, Sofiia is joined by Leisse Wilcox, a Strategic Business Coach and 2x best-selling author, for a conversati...

Welcome to Episode 51 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! Did you know that Fall season is the time you are most likely to experience burnout at work? In this episode, Sofiia is joined by Arunie Saldhi, a Registered Provisional Psychologist and Workplace Mental Health Expert, for a conversation about early signs of burnout and how women professionals can deal with it whilst building their careers.*Watch...

Welcome to Episode 50 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! Join our host Sofiia for a solo episode as she talks about the financial education industry and how it has recently seen the rise of (f)influencers - financial influencers giving advice on money management via platforms like YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. How can you tell if you're getting bad money advice from these (f)influencers, and how to pr...

Welcome to Episode 49 of the In Her Wallet Podcast! Join our host Sofiia for a solo episode featuring a controversial discussion around home ownership and renting. Does the societal norm of buying your first home before you're in your mid-30s still hold in 2023 when the median household income is $66,000, while average home price in cities like Vancouver and Toronto is over $1,000,000? *Watch this...