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Glen James

Join Glen James as he helps you sort your money out and get invested. Money, property, careers, life & everything in between.


Formerly my millennial money.


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Our Editor's Take

The this is money podcast equips listeners with the tools and tips to live on their terms. Glen James hosts this Australian personal finance podcast. He's the author of Sort Your Money Out and owns SYMO Interactive, a media business. Glen's fun style and vast experience combine to make this podcast a listener favorite. This is money is the updated name of the my millennial money podcast.

The this is money podcast serves as a financial education hub for millennials. They can learn about home buying, emergency funds, and personal finance. This podcast is an education on how to build a sound financial house.

On the show, Glen uses his talent and humor to simplify complicated ideas. But this is money is not a solocast. Glen shares airtime with some impressive guests. Dave Ramsey, Rachel Cruze, Peter Singer, and Ramit Sethi are among the visitors sharing their best money advice with listeners.

One episode features John Pidgeon, who cohosts the my millennial property podcast. He is a real estate investor and property coach. John helps first-home buyers and clients seeking an investment property. In another episode, mortgage broker Rachelle Kroon gives tips for first-home buyers to save a lot of money and heartache.

Cohost Emily Wallace presents segments on listener case studies. This is money podcast guests also share their money wins and challenges. They discuss how money can impact mental health. Many podcast episodes explore what it means to have a healthy money mindset. These include stories of savers recovering from relationships with spenders.

Some podcast episodes discuss more technical money management topics. Listeners can learn about ETFs and asset allocation. Others address seasonal questions, like how to handle Christmas spending.

Listeners can learn from the this is money podcast and have their own money wins. New episodes drop every few days.

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Episodes

746b mortgage broker Q&A (turning your PPOR into an investment, renovation loans, kids & borrowing capacity + more)
6d ago
746b mortgage broker Q&A (turning your PPOR into an investment, renovation loans, kids & borrowing capacity + more)
In today's chat, Rachelle Kroon from Sphere Home Loans joins Glen to answer all your questions touching on:👉🏾 benefit of using a broker vs direct to bank👉🏿 will a mortgage broker help someone get a loan under $250k?👉🏻 how much does having a child impact borrowing capacity?👉 borrowing capacity upon returning from mat leave 👉🏼 using equity to buy a new PPOR👉🏽 what after-settlement service can you expect from brokers?👉🏾 renovation loans👉🏿 financial hardship assistance & impact on refinancing👉🏻 how does applying for lending impact your credit score?👉 do mortgage brokers get kickbacks from developers?👉🏼 building a granny flat on your propertyThanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting this episode! 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.
745b buying my first home or investment property (clarity call with Tayla)
06-11-2024
745b buying my first home or investment property (clarity call with Tayla)
Tayla is 27 and wants to know what it will take to purchase her first home on the NSW Central Coast. In this live clarity call, John Pidgeon from this is property and mortgage broker Genevieve Fordham from Sphere Home Loans help Tayla crunch the numbers to figure out what she can afford to buy as either a first home or investment property.Want clarity on your property situation? Book a clarity call with John hereCheck out John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future at sortyourpropertyout.comThanks to Sphere Home Loans for supporting this episode! 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.
743b secure an off the plan apartment with just $10k (developer Q&A with Third.i)
23-10-2024
743b secure an off the plan apartment with just $10k (developer Q&A with Third.i)
In today's episode Glen chats with Luke Berry from property development company Third.i about how homebuyers can get into the market sooner using a platform called NestDeposit. NestDeposit is a platform which allows buyers to secure an off the plan property with an initial $10k upfront, while paying the rest of the deposit off in instalments. They also dive into Third.i's Crow’s Nest project in Sydney and answer your questions around buying off the plan.Register here for the event at Crows Nest, NSW on Thurs 31 October to hear more about NestDepositThird.i website: https://thirdigroup.com.auNestDeposit website: https://nestdeposit.com.auThanks 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.
742b what your clothes REALLY cost according to the Ethical Fashion Report
16-10-2024
742b what your clothes REALLY cost according to the Ethical Fashion Report
In this episode, Glen chats with Gina Snodgrass and Kat Halliday from Baptist World Aid about the 2024 Ethical Fashion Report. They dive into the rise of ultra-fast fashion, which brands are making progress, and why it's crucial to buy less, buy better, and expect more from your favourite companies. Check out the full Ethical Fashion Report below. They touch on:👉🏾 what ultra-fast fashion means for consumers👉🏿 how shopping ethically doesn’t have to cost more👉🏻 which big brands are actually ethical?👉 insights from the 2024 Ethical Fashion Report👉🏼 simple ways to extend the life of your clothes👉🏽 the power of consumer choices in driving brand changes👉 ways that you can contribute to a more ethical worldTo view the Ethical Fashion Guide & Report head to: https://bwaa.co/mmm-fashionDonate towards ending worker exploitation: https://bwaa.co/mmm-giveSpeak out to your favourite brands: https://bwaa.co/mmm-speak-outWe 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.
742 renovate or sell inherited property + fair mortgage splits in relationships
14-10-2024
742 renovate or sell inherited property + fair mortgage splits in relationships
In today's Q&A, Glen and financial adviser James Millard from Sufficient Funds dive into the complexities of inheriting an uninhabitable property and making tough decisions about whether to renovate or sell. They also discuss the emotional weight of inheritance, how to avoid decision paralysis, and practical steps for financial planning. Plus, they discuss a question that caused a stir in the money money money Facebook group: How do you set up a fair mortgage split when one partner earns significantly more?📘 'The Quick Start-Guide to Investing' by Glen James & Nick Bradley is available here: https://amzn.to/3QNNrbv📘 Insufficient Funds by James Millard: https://amzn.to/47ZVIQWThanks 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.
741b money & mental health with media personality Nick Bracks
09-10-2024
741b money & mental health with media personality Nick Bracks
In today's episode Glen sits down with Nick Bracks—author, podcaster, and mental health advocate. They explore Nick's journey from growing up in the political spotlight to overcoming substance abuse, his money story and achieving success. It’s not just about money; it’s about life, mental health, and resilience. Nick's story touches on:👉🏾 growing up as the son of a political figure👉🏿 aspiring to be an athlete and battling substance abuse👉🏻 using alcohol to cope with anxiety and identity struggles👉🏼 the turning point: a mental health diagnosis and seeking help👉 chasing dreams in the entertainment industry👉🏽 navigating career shifts and creating his business, Move Your Mind👉 lessons learned on money, privilege, and mindset shifts👉🏾 the reality of success in media and managing money👉🏿 and balancing mental health while building a financial futureNick's book, Move Your Mind: https://amzn.to/3zGoOrEThanks 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.
741 market cycles, investment bonds, how to save money on A/C installations, growth vs dividend investing + more
07-10-2024
741 market cycles, investment bonds, how to save money on A/C installations, growth vs dividend investing + more
In today's Q&A, Glen and financial adviser James Millard talk about:👉🏿 how are capital gains taxed on investment bonds?👉🏻 what part of the market cycle are we in? 👉 changing mortgage brokers & clawbacks👉🏼 tips to save money on aircon installation👉🏽 pivoting from growth investing to dividend investing📘 Insufficient Funds by James Millard: https://amzn.to/3Y7UTSP📘 The Quick-Start Guide to Investing by Glen James & Nick Bradley: https://amzn.to/3XMSmMwThanks 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.
740b buyer's advocate Q&A (cost vs benefit, first homebuyers, off-market deals + more)
02-10-2024
740b buyer's advocate Q&A (cost vs benefit, first homebuyers, off-market deals + more)
In today's episode, Glen chats with Emily Wallace and John Pidgeon, hosts of this is property, to dive into the world of buyer’s advocates. Outside of hosting the show, Emily and John are both buyer's advocates with Emily focusing on first and family homes in Melbourne and John on investment properties. They discuss when you might need one, how to pick the right advocate, and whether it's worth the investment—especially in today’s tricky property market. The episode touches on:👉🏾 what buyer’s advocates do and when you might need one👉 why first-time homebuyers can benefit from expert help👉🏿 the differences between buyer's advocates and agents👉🏽 how much a buyer’s advocate costs and if it's worth it👉🏼 when it might be better to go it alone👉🏻 what to ask when interviewing a buyer’s advocate👉🏾 the value of off-market properties👉 why experience matters when buying propertyEmily's First Home Buyer course: https://bit.ly/4dnKmHwJohn's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future: sortyourpropertyout.comThanks 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.
739 confusing financial advice, helping parents in retirement, inheritance: mortgage, super, or invest + more
23-09-2024
739 confusing financial advice, helping parents in retirement, inheritance: mortgage, super, or invest + more
'The Quick Start-Guide to Investing' by Glen James & Nick Bradley is available here: https://amzn.to/3QNNrbvIn today's episode Glen, John and Vince Scully tackle some community questions, covering everything from financial advice that doesn't sit quite right, inheritances, helping parents with money and the common question: which ETF should I go for? They touch on:👉🏻 what to do with financial advice that you're not quite sure on👉 feeling responsible to financially support a retiring parent👉🏼 how to use a $500k inheritance: mortgage, super, or invest?👉🏽 which ETFs to invest in: VAS,& VGS, or VDHG?Watch the digital workshop replay, Money, Investing & Life: https://youtu.be/CbA4vw960JMThanks 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.
738b ethical investing (greenwashing, climate reporting, carbon offsets + more)
18-09-2024
738b ethical investing (greenwashing, climate reporting, carbon offsets + more)
'The Quick Start-Guide to Investing' by Glen James & Nick Bradley is available here: https://amzn.to/3QNNrbvIn today's episode Glen chats with Erica Hall from U Ethical to chat all things ethical investing. They discuss how to spot greenwashing, the future of climate reporting in Australia, and whether carbon offsets are actually doing any good. If you’ve ever wondered how to align your money with your values, this episode is packed with helpful insights. The episode touches on:👉🏾 what is greenwashing?👉🏿 the future of mandatory climate reporting in Australia👉🏻 why carbon offsets might not be enough👉🏼 how to screen companies for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)👉 the pros and cons of mining companies like Fortescue and BHP👉🏾 how investors can influence companies to improve their ESG practices👉🏿 why renewable energy is cheaper and faster to implement than nuclear👉🏻 the growing trend of ethical investing in Australia📘 Erica's book, Top Stocks: A Sharebuyer's Guide to ESG for Leading Australian Companies: https://amzn.to/4eimENJThanks 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.
738 a super chat (how to choose a fund, asset allocation, super comparisons + how much should you have in your super?)
16-09-2024
738 a super chat (how to choose a fund, asset allocation, super comparisons + how much should you have in your super?)
'The Quick Start-Guide to Investing' by Glen James & Nick Bradley is available here: https://amzn.to/3QNNrbvIn this episode, Glen and Vince Scully from Life Sherpa break down everything you need to know about superannuation and answer your burning questions. They discuss choosing the right super fund, the importance of asset allocation, the key things to look out for when comparing funds and tackle the big question: how much should you have in your super by now? They cover:👉🏾 what is super and how it works👉🏿 choosing the right super fund👉🏻 understanding asset allocation👉 comparing super funds effectively👉🏼 fees and what to look out for👉🏽 how much you should have in your super now👉🏾 the role of risk tolerance in super👉🏿 salary sacrificing into superJoin Glen's Business Bootcamp and take your business to the next level! Use the coupon code "FB200" at checkout to get a $220 discount (Only 10 discounted coupons available): https://bit.ly/3Twc3XwThanks 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.
737 the money wake up call you didn’t want to receive
09-09-2024
737 the money wake up call you didn’t want to receive
'The Quick Start-Guide to Investing' by Glen James & Nick Bradley is available here: https://amzn.to/3QNNrbvIn this episode, Glen and John tackle a listener's question: Is it too late to retire comfortably? They dive into whether it’s ever ‘too late’ to get your finances in order and why it’s crucial to face the money wake-up call, especially if you’re in your 40s or older.Need a sounding board on your property situation? Book a clarity call with John Pidgeon hereThanks 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.