

Financially Fierce
Jess Brady
It's time to become financially fierce! Hosted by Jess Brady, this podcast will empower you to be more in control of your money and build the financial future you want. Shape your money mindset, learn how to invest, curb your bad spending habits and become financially fierce. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 24, 2025 • 39min
224 all time highs & building a long term investment strategy
Join Jess Brady as she unpacks the emotional rollercoaster of investing during market highs, exploring the Fear and Greed Index and how you can build a resilient long-term investment strategy.Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auTo organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.Find Jess on socials! @jessbrady_financialadviceTo get help 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. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 17, 2025 • 45min
223 little treats culture
Join Jessica Brady as she talks about "little treat culture" and whether you are really sabotaging your financial future, or is it a powerful response to a broken economic system?Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auTo organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.Find Jess on socials! @jessbrady_financialadviceTo get help 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. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 10, 2025 • 47min
222 how Caitlyn bought her first home at 23 and is building wealth in her 20s
At just 25, Caitlin has self-funded her uni degree, bought her first home in Wollongong with her fiancé using government support schemes, and is now planning a wedding. In this episode, she joins Jess to share how she got into the property market, how she and her partner manage money as a team and the steps she’s taking to balance short term priorities with long term financial goals.Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auTo organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.Find Jess on socials! @jessbrady_financialadviceTo get help 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. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 3, 2025 • 46min
221 are CEO salaries fair, tradwives, lending money, are budgets BS + more (hot takes with Glen James)
In today's episode Jess and Glen James talk through a pile of spicy, unfiltered questions: Should CEOs be allowed to earn so much more than employees? Public vs private schooling? Will the middle class exist in the future? Would you lend money to your best friend? Buckle up for Jess and Glen's hot takes on these and more.Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auTo organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to the money money money newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.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. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 27, 2025 • 37min
220 death & money: how to prepare & what to do step-by-step
No one wants to deal with "sadmin", the financial admin after someone dies but it’s a reality we all face. In this episode, Jess walks you through exactly what to do from both sides: how to prepare your own affairs to make life easier for your loved ones and what steps to take if you're the one left behind managing the mess.Check out the ATO's 'What to do when someone dies' checklist: https://www.ato.gov.au/individuals-and-families/deceased-estates/checklist-what-to-do-when-someone-diesFinancially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auTo organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to the money money money newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.To get help 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. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 20, 2025 • 37min
219 how to stop blowing your budget but still have fun
If you’ve ever set a budget and blown it a week later, this one’s for you. Jess dives into the mindset shifts and practical tweaks that make all the difference, like naming your goals, setting guardrails, and giving yourself permission to scratch the spending itch without spiralling. It’s not about being perfect. It’s about building a system that works in real life.Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auTo organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to the money money money newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.To get help 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. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 13, 2025 • 31min
218 my honest take on the property market
No, you're not locked out of the property market because you drink lattes or take the occasional holiday. The truth? Buying a home today is wildly different to what previous generations faced and the data proves it. In this episode, Jess breaks down what’s really going on with property prices, houses vs apartments, interest rates, and the rent vs buy vs invest decision.Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auTo organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to the money money money newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.To get help 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. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 6, 2025 • 29min
217 tax tips for employees with no investment property
Think tax time is your golden ticket to financial success? Think again. In this episode, Jess unpacks what employed people can actually claim, what the ATO definitely won't allow (spoiler: no, you can’t claim an engagement ring), and why obsessing over tax deductions might be distracting you from building real wealth.Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auTo organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to the money money money newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.To get help 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. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29, 2025 • 34min
216 I’m back! what my health crisis taught me about money
Jess is back! After a few unexpected health curveballs she's finally back behind the mic and sharing exactly what happened and everything she's learned. This ep is packed with real talk about the financial toll of getting unwell and why you *need* to have a backup plan.Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye.com.auTo organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to the money money money newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.To get help 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. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 22, 2025 • 46min
how to stop spending when you really don't want to (best of)
Looking to strike a balance between enjoying life now and reaching your long-term goals? Here's a hot take: keep spending if you want—but consider how it might impact your ability to achieve the life you truly desire. Jess dives into this topic, offering practical tips to help you rein in your spending so you can stay on track for those big life goals. This is a replay from season 1!Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auGet your personal insurance sorted at https://skye.com.auTo organise a clarity call chat with Jess, or to check out either The Evergreen Money Growing Club or The Greenhouse Money Growing Program, click here.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to the money money money newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.Have a question or topic for the show? Post it in our Facebook group.To get help 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. Jessica Brady is a money educator, former financial adviser and an authorised representative (No. 1259972) of MoneySherpa Pty Ltd – AFSL 451289 | ABN 32 164 927 708 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


