

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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Jun 15, 2025 • 44min
invest in shares or save a house deposit? (best of)
When you're at a crossroads with your money, it's easy to let the anxiety wash over you. But not making any decision is also a decision. In this episode Jess unpacks a listener question around whether it's time to focus on investing in shares OR focus on building a house deposit. 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.

Jun 8, 2025 • 52min
my financial goal setting method (best of)
Keen to narrow down and get focused on some goals? You need this episode stat! Jess shares her method for determining your values and goals so you can move forward with intention.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.

Jun 1, 2025 • 48min
the most common mistakes & money regrets I see (best of)
We've all stumbled when it comes to money, but let's learn from those missteps and strive to sidestep any future financial regrets! In this throwback episode of season 1 Jess shares the most common money mistakes and regrets she's seen with clients.Check out Jess's 2-part investing series below:102 how to start investing part 1103 how to start investing part 2Financially 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.

May 25, 2025 • 43min
money in your 40s (best of)
Jess unpacks what you need to be on top of in your 40s. It's not too late and there's so much you can be doing to support your financial life now and in the future. This is another top episode from last year!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.

May 18, 2025 • 37min
money in your 30s (best of)
Let's talk about money in your 30s! Costs are heating up and you're likely hitting some significant life moments. In this popular episode from last year, Jess shares what you need to know to handle the financial side of your 30s well.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.

May 11, 2025 • 3min
an update from jess
Missing your regular episodes? Jess jumps on to share why there’s been a short break and to let you know that we’ll be back to normal programming in no time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 20, 2025 • 27min
215 money in relationships, investing during trade wars & HELP debt election promises
In today's episode Jess tackles your hard hitting questions:My partner and I can't get on the same page about money, any advice?Should we be investing in international shares during a trade war?Should I pay my HELP debt now or wait till after the election?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.auHELP debt reduction and repayment estimator: https://www.education.gov.au/help-debt-reduction-and-repayment-estimatorsTo 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 an authorised representative of Paragem Pty Ltd. Authorised Representative No. 1259972 | AFSL | 297276 ABN | 16 108 571 875 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 13, 2025 • 46min
214 home loans: HELP debt, buying with mates & kids on the way + more with Rachelle Kroon
In today's chat Jess is joined by Rachelle Kroon from Sphere Home Loans to answer all your burning mortgage questions. From whether to pay off your HELP debt before buying, to what happens to your borrowing power when babies or besties enter the picture, this one’s packed with real talk and 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.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 an authorised representative of Paragem Pty Ltd. Authorised Representative No. 1259972 | AFSL | 297276 ABN | 16 108 571 875 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 6, 2025 • 1h 3min
213 what to do when the share market falls (with Glen James)
Please do not panic. Jess welcomes Glen James to the podcast to discuss what to do when markets get the wobbles.Full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/xHNAhZrtBNE?si=6tpql5SOt7kfwP4rThe Quick-Start Guide to Investing (book): https://amzn.to/4iQ9qua========================================================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 an authorised representative of Paragem Pty Ltd. Authorised Representative No. 1259972 | AFSL | 297276 ABN | 16 108 571 875 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 30, 2025 • 1h 9min
212 stage 4 cancer, survivor's guilt and an insurance safety net (Anne's story)
When Anne was diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma, everything changed - physically, emotionally and financially. In this powerful chat, she and Jess talk about the reality of navigating serious illness as a single parent, the role insurance played in giving her options, and the subtle but damaging ways we’re sold the “tanned ideal.” Anne now shares her story to raise awareness about sun safety and challenge the cultural norms that nearly cost her her life.Learn more about Anne's story and work: https://www.annegately.com.au/Her book, Sunburnt is available here: https://amzn.to/4j3q5tUThanks to Skye Wealth for supporting this episode. Learn more about getting your personal insurance sorted: https://www.skye.com.au/To 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 an authorised representative of Paragem Pty Ltd. Authorised Representative No. 1259972 | AFSL | 297276 ABN | 16 108 571 875 | Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1305567. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


