Motivated Money* by Peter Thornhill: https://amzn.to/40rn2Vr is one of the best books to read if you want to or are already investing in shares. Also, to confirm, from the 30th of June, SG contributions are increasing to 12% p.a. At the time of recording this episode, the taxing of unrealised capitals gains tax within super for account balances over $3,000,000 was still a proposal. Futhermore, whilst people and I share our loves of LICs and industrial shares, this is by no mean personal, product...
Jun 29, 2025•32 min
If this taxation of unrealised gains within superannuation for account balances over $3m is passed, everyone will be impacted. In this episode I explain why this is a major issue and financially damaging one for all Australians, plus a few options available for consideration and discussion with your Financial Planner and Accountant. Next week, I will be sharing with you my exclusive interview with Peter Thornhill as to what he has done with his $10,000,000 portfolio with these potential changes ...
Jun 22, 2025•20 min
Let me know what you think of this episode about how to afford to stay fit and strong whilst on a budget PLUS if you like the sound of this 75 Challenge and want to know more. I am actually thinking of making it a fun new challenge! Please know that you can always reach out to me @SugarMammaTV so that we can keep this conversation going. Here are my two books: Best Seller: The $1000 Project Book: https://amzn.to/3RV0Bnq Mindful Money: https://amzn.to/3RV0poc In the meantime... HOW YOU CAN WORK W...
Jun 22, 2025•24 min
Let me know what you think of this episode on financial advice for all single parents, by reaching out to me @SugarMammaTV so that we can keep this conversation going. I am here to help you, guide you and support you when it comes to all of your financial goals and dreams. And speaking from experience when I was a single parent, I know how much having people cheering you on is so important. Here are my two books: Best Seller: The $1000 Project Book: https://amzn.to/3RV0Bnq Mindful Money: https:/...
Jun 15, 2025•35 min
Paying off your mortgage sooner is a lot easier than you think it is. Today we are joined by John Micalizzi from Blue Lantern Mortgage Brokers to help explain all the different options and ideas that are available to you to help pay your mortgage off sooner than the standard "30 year diagnosis". If you would like to chat with John about your mortgage and how to pay it off sooner, you can email him John.micalizzi@bluelantern.com.au or 0411 706 228 These are the calculators that we recommend using...
Jun 08, 2025•33 min
I recently completed my "soft" version of the famous #75hard challenge. It was transformational, empowering and I have never felt stronger, more mentally resilient and calmer. This challenge also cost me nothing. And has added a wealth to my life that money can't buy. I am going to do this all over again. Calling it #75CANNA Here are my rules: 6 x 35 mins of exercise per week (includes one stretching session) 1 x daily decluttering/reorganising/tidying 1 x daily journaling 1 x daily reading 10 m...
Jun 01, 2025•27 min
Adam Cooper was living a life of excess. Booze, drugs and big nights out. Spending thousands on dollars over the weekend, leaving him exhausted, depressed and filled with anxiety as he tried to push through his working week, before doing it all over again. But something happened, he switched off the desire to party. Got help and is now back in the driving seat again, completely turning his life around and his bank balance isn't the only benefit. Adam shares with us his inspiring story around sav...
May 23, 2025•31 min
I came across minimalism during one of the darkest periods of my life and I am eternally grateful as I don't know where I would be today without this discovery. Learning to love less, enjoy the simplicity, valuing the peace and reconnecting with myself through experiences, friendships and creating moments and memories was a huge part of my healing process. I really hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please let me know as I am thinking of creating a "how to do" minimalism series for you. Rea...
May 18, 2025•25 min
Do you know for sure if your bank has passed on the rate cuts? Do you know how much they passed on? Do you know how much you can afford to pay? And how much time and money you could save. Also, is your rate still competitive? Lets explore everything together to get your mortgage free! This really could be the perfect opportunity to reduce financial stress, protect ourselves from the dramatic impact of rate rises and save value time and interest. Every extra dollar repayment that you can make, ab...
May 11, 2025•22 min
Let me know what you think of this episode about loud budgeting, by reaching out to me @SugarMammaTV so that we can keep this conversation going, and don't forget, you can also send your own "Start Here" questions in. Here are my two books: Best Seller: The $1000 Project Book: https://amzn.to/3RV0Bnq Mindful Money: https://amzn.to/3RV0poc In the meantime... HOW YOU CAN WORK WITH ME (& I CAN HELP YOU): (includes one-on-one appointment with me...) If you need help with your budget or are sick ...
May 04, 2025•19 min
Start Here! Where you get to pick my brain as to where you should get started with your investing journey! Today's episode is from a listener who is wondering if she should jump on this opportunity to buy her sister in law's apartment. So many things to consider, so to "start here" I help break down some of the key steps to follow before signing the dotted line. Let me know what you think of this episode by reaching out to me @SugarMammaTV so that we can keep this conversation going, which is al...
Apr 27, 2025•18 min•Ep. 5
Sharing with you my F.I.R.E. goals and strategy. Please know that this is not personal advice in anyway, but to be used as a source of inspiration and motivation. I value honesty and transparency and by you seeing what I have done, you will realise that you can do this too! And the sooner you get started, the better! Furthermore, to clarify, I have build a gross passive income of approximately $180,000 p.a. (almost there), however between the 4 major asset classes that provide this, one is 100% ...
Apr 20, 2025•23 min
Sharing with you what I discovered and gained from doing my annual Frugal February Challenge. This year I felt burnt out, frustrated and to be honest, totally out of inspiration to do this annual challenge, Frugal February. So instead, I mixed things up and added a new element and meaning behind this challenge. I didn't expect to learn this about myself and what I needed. Let me know what you think of this episode by reaching out to me @SugarMammaTV so that we can keep this conversation going. H...
Apr 13, 2025•18 min
Your go-to guide to fix your finances but also be fabulous with money! Here are my two books: The $1000 Project Book: https://amzn.to/3RV0Bnq Mindful Money: https://amzn.to/3RV0poc In the meantime... HOW YOU CAN WORK WITH ME (& I CAN HELP YOU): (includes one-on-one appointment with me...) If you need help with your budget or are sick of living paycheque to paycheque, you can enrol into The SugarMamma Budget & Cashflow Academy course, which includes a one on one appointment with me so tha...
Apr 06, 2025•35 min
I actually wish I had made this episode 2 years ago...before one of my biggest financial fears came true. That is the rising cost of living...inflation. Which has damaged retirees, FIRE community members financial game plans, plus put so many homes under financial stress. So please take a moment to listen to these worries that I have for the financial health of this country and what you can do to be aware, avoid and ahead of the game. In the meantime... HOW YOU CAN WORK WITH ME (& I CAN HELP...
Mar 30, 2025•25 min
Is refinancing really worth the effort? Does the 0.25% p.a. saving really help you save time and money? Well if you struggle to see that value here, you need to listen to John Micalizzi from Blue Lantern Financial Services. John, a senior Mortgage Broker explains the process, the benefits, the risks, the costs and how all these savings make refinancing worth your time. Should you ever want to ask John for help with your home loan, please feel free to reach out to him here: john.micalizzi@bluelan...
Mar 23, 2025•30 min
Let me know what you think of this episode and what else you would like me to share? Here are my two books: The $1000 Project Book: https://amzn.to/3RV0Bnq Mindful Money: https://amzn.to/3RV0poc In the meantime... HOW YOU CAN WORK WITH ME (& I CAN HELP YOU): (includes one-on-one appointment with me...) If you need help with your budget or are sick of living paycheque to paycheque, you can enrol into The SugarMamma Budget & Cashflow Academy course, which includes a one on one appointment ...
Mar 16, 2025•20 min
A few weeks ago I shared with you some of my financial goals for 2025 and how I am going to achieve them. In this week's episode, I wanted to share with you how you can build your own financial game plan so that you have clarity, direction and purpose, but best of all, know how to allocate your time throughout 2025. In this episode, I explain a new strategy of mine that I have been trialing, to help stop procrastination, allocate my resources and understand my potential. I really hope that you f...
Mar 09, 2025•36 min
If you are interested in financial independence, you need to join this powerful lifestyle movement. F.I.R.E. stands for Financial Independence Retire Early - where thousands of people are changing the way they use money, with a focus on short term pain for longer gain. In today's episode I break down this movement for you, explain the different styles, explain the risks and even share some of my own FIRE strategy. Let me know what you think of this episode and what else you would like me to shar...
Mar 02, 2025•32 min
Start Here is a mini series within Fireplay that gives you some insights to get started on working on your financial game plan. The things you need to consider, understand and even investigate to stop wasting time and start building real sustainable wealth, where your money works and grows efficiently for you. Only ever general in natures and for educational purposes but hopefully the best injection of knowledge to help empower you to get started today. Please send all your start here questions ...
Feb 23, 2025•19 min•Ep. 2
In today's episode, I break down the most important lessons to understand, to help you build real, sustainable financial independence. The things you need to consider, action and review to help ensure your money is working for you. In the meantime... HOW YOU CAN WORK WITH ME (& I CAN HELP YOU): (includes one-on-one appointment with me...) If you need help with your budget or are sick of living paycheque to paycheque, you can enrol into The SugarMamma Budget & Cashflow Academy course, whi...
Feb 16, 2025•16 min
Today's episode is about the power of taking action, backed with great financial advice. This young family are set for life, where the good times should only continue on to roll. Please listen, share and feel inspired to get started ASAP! In the meantime... HOW YOU CAN WORK WITH ME (& I CAN HELP YOU): (includes one-on-one appointment with me...) If you need help with your budget or are sick of living paycheque to paycheque, you can enrol into The SugarMamma Budget & Cashflow Academy cour...
Feb 12, 2025•35 min
Richard Nicholls is a Financial Planner from Blue Lantern, with over 15 years experience in working with everyday Australians in building financial independence. Today he is on the show with me, explaining how Financial Planners work, how the help you, the process and how more efficient and effective a Financial Planner is over relying on a "influencer" for financial advice. Should you ever want to reach out to Richard to discuss your own financial goals and dreams, you can contact him Richard.n...
Feb 09, 2025•23 min
Everyone loves investing and talking about investing when they are making money and kicking goals. But when market volatility kicks in and people see their portfolio values suddenly drop, followed by fearful headlines in the media, this is when investor's reactions can get the better of them, with knee jerk reactions that often come with regret. In the episode I help calm your nerves and understand what you can and should do when your are feeling worried about your investments and superannuation...
Feb 05, 2025•15 min
Shares vs. Property: The Ultimate Wealth-Building Debate! Which one is best? In this episode of SugarMamma’s Fireplay , (sponsored by moomoo) we dive deep into one of the most debated topics in wealth-building: Shares vs. Property . Joining me is the incredible Michael McCarthy, a veteran investor and influential thought leader from moomoo. If interested in learning more about moomoo and how you can start your own investment portfolio see here: www.moomoo.com .au We cover everything you need to ...
Feb 02, 2025•42 min
In last week's episode, I shared with you my financial goals for 2025. I was a little nervous and shy in doing this, however I know that my doing this I am helping inspire and motivate you to set your own goals to sink your teeth into and get started. Well today I want to show you the power of a financial game plan when it comes to achieving your goals efficiently. And to do this, I am sharing my financial game plan. Yes, I am sharing with you how I am going to: Rebuild our emergency money and f...
Jan 26, 2025•31 min
n this episode of SugarMamma’s Fireplay , we’re diving into a transformative approach to financial goal setting for 2025. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or stuck when trying to achieve your financial dreams, this episode will give you actionable strategies to take charge, stay motivated, and see real results. I’ll share my personal financial goals, the key principles that guide my process, and the science-backed techniques that ensure success. As Antoine de Saint-Exupéry said, "A goal without a...
Jan 19, 2025•28 min
🎙 Kickstart 2025: The Ultimate Financial Reset Challenge Are you ready to take control of your finances and start the new year on a powerful note? In this episode, I introduce my free 10-Day Financial Reset Challenge—a simple, fun, and empowering journey to help you gain clarity, direction, and confidence with your money. Over 10 days, we’ll tackle small, actionable tasks that create BIG shifts in your financial wellbeing. From discovering your "why" to setting goals, understanding your super, ...
Jan 12, 2025•18 min
Erin is a numbers girl. Highly educated. Loves her facts and figures and looks to the science for real answers. However she was so curious....curious to see if there really was any truth to this "manifesting stuff". So she decided to join my private Money Mindset Manifestation Program with a "nothing to loose" attitude. Hear what she did and what happened right now. The universe is powerful, but so are you. If you want to do this as well and want me as your accountability coach through the Money...
Jan 06, 2025•56 min
In this inspiring episode of SugarMamma's Fireplay , we kick off the new year with Jessica Amir, Senior Market Strategist and passionate investor, who shares her journey of building a successful share portfolio. Jessica opens up about how she got started, the lessons she’s learned, and her approach to finding the right investments for long-term wealth creation. Whether you're a new investor or someone looking to refine your strategy, Jessica's practical insights will motivate you to take control...
Dec 29, 2024•40 min
