podcasts
My Favourite Money Podcasts
Some of my most listened to podcasts about finance
Baron Barnet
I'm a personal finance geek who hates to see people ripped-off (especially myself). I created baldmoney.com as a way to share what I've discovered in the world of personal finance.
You are the 5% of the richest people on earth
To remind yourself of that go visit https://www.gapminder.org/dollar-street to appreciate all you have with fresh eyes.
Superannuation
Get a $500 Gift from the Australian Government
Earn under $49,488? You could get up to $500 from the gov via the super co-contribution. Just put in $1,000 after-tax into super and they’ll add 50%. It’s a rare 50% guaranteed return!
forex
BaldMoney Review: Wise - Don't Get Ripped Off on Foreign Currency Transfers!
Wise isn't just a better way to transfer money; it's a financial revolution. It empowers you to take control of your money, demystifies the world of international finance, and ensures you're not getting ripped off by hidden fees and unfair exchange rates.
Self investment
Invest in yourself
My number one tip to invest in yourself would be to read. That's it, just read books. Actually not any old trashy novellas, but non fiction books that teach you something about the world.
Shares
1.5 million wiped off your wealth!
Any of these headlines sound familiar? “Crash! Share market falls of a cliff, $200 billion lost” “Share market loses $41 billion as market drops to two-year low” “$50 billion wiped off share market, worst result since Brexit” “Why the stock market plunged on Monday” Oh no!, run for the hills,
Investing
The Great Hedge Fund Humiliation: Buffett's Bet That Made Wall Street Sweat (and Lose)
Warren Buffett's legendary 10-year bet against hedge funds proves that simple index funds can outperform the pros. Find out how the hedge funds got humiliated.
ebikes
EBikes - Now there’s no excuse
I’ve been a cycle commuter for years, ever since I started employment. In fact I’ve gotten so used to pedalling my way to work, it’s actually a novelty to have to get the train or bus. I must seem like an excited kid on the bus, while
Investing
Lastpass Emergency Access
Ever worried about what would happen to your online investment accounts when you die and more importantly how would your loved ones would get access to them? Well Lastpass has now solved this problem with Lastpass Emergency Access. In a nutshell - you give someone you trust access to your
Australia
Why Aussie Dividends Are (Almost) Too Good to Be True
Australia’s dividend imputation system refunds tax already paid by companies via franking credits. Fully franked dividends can boost yields by over 40%, giving Aussie investors a big edge. It’s like getting a bonus just for investing locally.
Australia
Best online investment services in Australia
By 'best' I mean lowest cost to you as an investor. Diferent brokers charge various fees on the ASX and US markets for shares and ETFs. Therefore I've highlighted the best broker(s) for each of these four categories. Best for U.S. Shares Service % fees*
Australia
Financial planning gone bad
You are the only person responsible for your financial future. If it all goes belly up the buck ultimately stops with you. Even if you have been given dodgy advice from a financial manager, it’s your responsibility to do your homework and take responsibility for your investment choices. No