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25. 1980s Yuppie Went Without to Invest Money from a Young Age
Mar 20

Mar 20 25. 1980s Yuppie Went Without to Invest Money from a Young Age

Ruth
Money Journey, Personal Finance, Financial Independence, Podcast, Debt Free, Index Funds, Shares

MONEY JOURNEYS

Tom’s story gives a fascinating look at the rocky ride of a share investor, a life well lived and a net worth that reflects that it all worked out OK in the end.

24. Four kids, a tight budget and a house build...
Jul 25

Jul 25 24. Four kids, a tight budget and a house build...

Ruth
Money Journey, Personal Finance, Financial Independence, Podcast, Debt Free, Index Funds

MONEY JOURNEYS

Alison and Tom are parents to four children under the age of four. With a house build on the cards, a tight budget and a single income, we hear how this family of six manage to not just survive but thrive.

23. Family Planning
Jul 18

Jul 18 23. Family Planning

Ruth
Money Journey, Personal Finance, Financial Independence, Investing, Podcast, Debt Free, Index Funds, Saving, Money Education

MONEY JOURNEYS

Three kids and an almost paid for house? It sounds like an impossible dream but I’m pleased to tell you it is a reality for this Wellington couple.

22. Simon Says... Live the life you want today.
Jul 11

Jul 11 22. Simon Says... Live the life you want today.

Ruth
Money Journey, Personal Finance, Financial Independence, Investing, Podcast, KiwiSaver, SuperLife, Index Funds, Saving

MONEY JOURNEYS

Simon knows where he is at financially and more importantly he knows what kind of life he wants to live today and into the future.

21. Consumer Debt Be Gone!
Jul 4

Jul 4 21. Consumer Debt Be Gone!

Ruth
Money Journey, Personal Finance, Financial Independence, Podcast, Debt Free, Saving

MONEY JOURNEYS

This married Mum of one was feeling crushed by consumer debt and was forced back to work when she would rather be at home with her daughter. Something had to change and she was the only person to make that change.

20. Super Consumer to Super Saver
Jun 27

Jun 27 20. Super Consumer to Super Saver

Ruth
Money Journey, Personal Finance, Financial Independence, Investing, Podcast, Debt Free, Index Funds, Saving

MONEY JOURNEYS

Bret has spent the last year and a half going from super consumer to super saver. He used to use money to buy endless stuff, but now he is using it as a currency to buy back his time.

19. An Epiphany In Paris
Jun 20

Jun 20 19. An Epiphany In Paris

Ruth
Money Journey, Personal Finance, Financial Independence, Investing, Podcast, KiwiSaver, SuperLife, SmartShares, Debt Free, Index Funds, Saving

MONEY JOURNEYS

A holiday is a great opportunity to clear your head and make future plans. Nellie decided that if you are going to make a plan to completely change your financial life then you might as well start right now.

18. Asking for help has been a game changer.
Jun 13

Jun 13 18. Asking for help has been a game changer.

Ruth
Money Journey, Personal Finance, Financial Independence, Investing, Podcast, Debt Free, Saving

MONEY JOURNEYS

Years of DIY investing has worked Shane into a very good financial position but putting his hand up and asking for help to improve his portfolio has meant that his retirement will happen just that much sooner.

17. Weetbix for breakfast, lunch and dinner!
Jun 6

Jun 6 17. Weetbix for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

Ruth
Money Journey, Personal Finance, Financial Independence, Investing, Podcast, Debt Free, Saving

MONEY JOURNEYS

Today I want to tell you about Ashley and her action packed and interesting journey. She is now debt free and enjoying every moment, but it sure has been a rocky ride.

16. Consistent Saving, Smart Investing, Mindful Spending
May 30

May 30 16. Consistent Saving, Smart Investing, Mindful Spending

Ruth
Money Journey, Personal Finance, Financial Independence, Investing, Podcast, KiwiSaver, SuperLife, SmartShares, Debt Free, Index Funds, Saving

MONEY JOURNEYS

At just 23, Callum has a net worth that would make others stand up and notice and a heap of plans for the future where he takes every opportunity to grow his skills, invest carefully and spend mindfully.

15. A lesson on living a good financial life.
May 23

May 23 15. A lesson on living a good financial life.

Ruth
Money Journey, Personal Finance, Financial Independence, Investing, Podcast, KiwiSaver, Retirement, Debt Free, Saving, Managed Funds

MONEY JOURNEYS

If you want the good oil on how to invest well, track down a retired English and History teacher! If anyone is going to remember key points and dates about their life it is them.

14. Is it mission complete?
May 16

May 16 14. Is it mission complete?

Ruth
Money Journey, Personal Finance, Financial Independence, Investing, Podcast, KiwiSaver, SuperLife, Retirement, SmartShares, Debt Free, Index Funds, Saving

MONEY JOURNEYS

I had a catch up with two people that I spoke to in the first podcast series and our catch ups did not disappoint. Both of them have in the last six months made some fantastic progress towards their own unique goals.

13. New Country New Life!
May 9

May 9 13. New Country New Life!

Ruth
Money Journey, Personal Finance, Financial Independence, Investing, Podcast, KiwiSaver, SuperLife

MONEY JOURNEYS

Chris and Kazia hit the ground running after having the guts to pick up sticks and move to New Zealand to begin a new life just eight years ago.

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