Skip to main content
the finance and property survival guide

the finance and property survival guide

By finance and property survival guide

The Survival Guide presents easy-to-understand breakdowns of the latest news from the Australian Finance and Property sector. We feature interviews with individuals within the industry in order to educate young people on Finance and Property.

The content discussed on this show is general advice only, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.
Available on
Apple Podcasts Logo
Castbox Logo
Google Podcasts Logo
Spotify Logo
Currently playing episode

we're cutting back on spending - f&p no91

the finance and property survival guideOct 27, 2022

00:00
23:52
PAY OFF YOUR HECS & rental squeezes - f&p 162

PAY OFF YOUR HECS & rental squeezes - f&p 162

the boys break down the latest rental squeeze data, how your HECS debt gets indexed and much more!

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Apr 24, 202430:13
From the Vault - Strong Money with Dave Gow
Apr 22, 202429:06
using Credit Cards RIGHT - f&p 161

using Credit Cards RIGHT - f&p 161

We break down how a credit card purchase affects your budget over a long term period, which banks own higher MARKET share of mortgages and much more!

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Apr 18, 202424:18
Funding, Family & Finance with Lauren Severino

Funding, Family & Finance with Lauren Severino

Lauren Severino is a National BDM at Funding.com.au. We spoke about her work in the finance industry, her work ethic as a young mum & much more.

You can find out more about her work here: Investment & Loan Solutions | Earn & Borrow with Funding

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Apr 15, 202419:39
Credit Cards & Buy Now Pay Later, OH MY - f&p 160

Credit Cards & Buy Now Pay Later, OH MY - f&p 160

Welcome back! The boys break down how credit card use in Australia, how AfterPay & other services will be regulated by the Government and much more!

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Apr 11, 202428:43
Talking Tax Depreciation with Daniel Farrugia
Apr 07, 202425:28
landlords, hacks & employment - f&p 159

landlords, hacks & employment - f&p 159

Welcome back! Today we chat about the % of landlords getting housing finance this year, budgeting hacks & much more!

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Apr 03, 202428:40
vices, property & life with Pete Wargent
Mar 31, 202422:26
financial stability & Home buying schemes - f&p 158

financial stability & Home buying schemes - f&p 158

The boy's breakdown one of the 3 Home buying schemes run by the Government to help first home buyers enter the market, the RBA's Financial Stability report and much more.


Mar 27, 202421:56
Property Tragics with Trent Alexander

Property Tragics with Trent Alexander

Trent Alexander is the founder of Investment Accelerated, we spoke about his work in real estate and more.

You can learn about his work here: www.investmentsaccelerated.com.au

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Mar 25, 202424:45
the RBA, lifestyle inflation & groceries - f&p 157

the RBA, lifestyle inflation & groceries - f&p 157

We chat about lifestyle inflation and how it affects your money saving, the RBA's latest cash rate decision and more. The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Mar 20, 202423:55
Housing Supply & Negative Gearing & Women in Finance with Kate Hill

Housing Supply & Negative Gearing & Women in Finance with Kate Hill

Kate Hill is the founder of Adviseable, you can check out her work here: Home - Buyer's Agents | Property Investors | Home Buyers | Adviseable You can check out the book she wrote here: The Female Investor: #1 Award Winner: Creating Wealth, Security, and Freedom through Property : McDougall, Nicola, Hill, Kate: Amazon.com.au: Books

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Mar 17, 202447:44
GOTTA KNOW WHEN TO HOLD EM - f&p 156

GOTTA KNOW WHEN TO HOLD EM - f&p 156

The boys are back to chat about Gen Z Men & Women and their property ownership goals, how your holding timeline influences your performance and much more!

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Mar 13, 202421:43
Money Matters with Keryn Batsilas
Mar 10, 202421:53
housing policy, broker commissions and more - f&p 155

housing policy, broker commissions and more - f&p 155

The boys break down the Greens plans for gov development, homelessness stats from the ABS and more.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Mar 07, 202430:25
Online Business with Matt Raad
Mar 03, 202429:05
House/Unit gaps, rental markets & more - f&p 154

House/Unit gaps, rental markets & more - f&p 154

The boys break down the GAP between houses & units in property markets, how rental markets are affected by participation from high-income earners & much more!

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Feb 28, 202428:23
Property Pursuits with Meighan Wells
Feb 26, 202429:17
Home Loan Arrears & Saving some DOLLARS - f&p 153

Home Loan Arrears & Saving some DOLLARS - f&p 153

The boys chat about Home Loan Arrears, the difference between Home Brand & Generic products and much more.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.


Feb 21, 202429:41
Tactix Training & Healthy Habits with Sean Oultram
Feb 18, 202422:09
HOW YOUR HECS DEBT GROWS - f&p 152

HOW YOUR HECS DEBT GROWS - f&p 152

The boys break down how INTEREST is added to your HECS each year, the Gov schemes helping FHBs buy their first property & much more.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Feb 15, 202425:41
What's in a CONVEYANCER with Indie Welsh

What's in a CONVEYANCER with Indie Welsh

Indie Welsh is from Bale Boshev, working in the conveyancing & commercial arm of the firm. We discussed the ins & outs of the role of a Property Conveyancer & why it's important to have one in your team when purchasing a property.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Feb 12, 202423:34
Impulse buying & Surveys for Cash - f&p 151

Impulse buying & Surveys for Cash - f&p 151

Make money completing Consumer Surveys here: Octopus Group

The BOYS ARE BACK!!! Check out our new facebook page here: Facebook The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Feb 07, 202431:04
Top Tips for First Home Buyers pt2

Top Tips for First Home Buyers pt2

We're back for the final instalment of our FHBs series. We break down why a bank wants to look at your living expenses, the importance of conveyancing and much more.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Feb 05, 202422:31
EPISODE ONE HUNDRED & FIFTY!!!!

EPISODE ONE HUNDRED & FIFTY!!!!

In our 150th episode, the boys discuss the Superannuation gender gap, whether population growth is bad for housing markets and much more!

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Feb 01, 202424:23
Top Tips for First Home Buyers pt1

Top Tips for First Home Buyers pt1

Welcome to our series focusing solely on First Home Buyers!

In this episode we break down the key factors that affect your home loan application's success. Part 2 will be made available next week!

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.


Jan 29, 202420:44
due diligence & PAYING YOURSELF FIRST - f&p 148

due diligence & PAYING YOURSELF FIRST - f&p 148

The boys break down the Pros & Cons of buying an established property compared to a new one, why you should pay yourself first & much more.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Jan 25, 202427:49
property deals & the state of the industry with Veronica Morgan

property deals & the state of the industry with Veronica Morgan

Veronica Morgan joins the show to chat about her time filming reality tv, why Buyer's Agents could use some extra knowledge & much more.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Jan 22, 202423:46
offset accounts, the share market and borrowing dollars - f&p 147

offset accounts, the share market and borrowing dollars - f&p 147

the boys chat about offset accounts & how they impact your home loan payments, what we can learn from lending indicators and much more.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Jan 17, 202424:41
How Parents can HELP their kids

How Parents can HELP their kids

David & Damian break down the ways that parents can assist their children into the housing market. We explain going Guarantor, gifting funds and much more. The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Jan 14, 202423:16
reflections on 2023 & the year ahead - f&p 146

reflections on 2023 & the year ahead - f&p 146

The boys are back, they chat about the year ahead for Australia's economy and much more.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Jan 10, 202426:19
buyers advocates and investing with Cate Bakos

buyers advocates and investing with Cate Bakos

Cate Bakos is a buyers advocate based in Melbourne, Victoria. You can check out her work and her current projects below:

Home - Cate Bakos Property / Independent buyers advocate, qualified property investment advisor and experienced home finder, Melbourne

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Dec 25, 202326:32
Rainy day funds, asset rich/cash poor & THE DRUM

Rainy day funds, asset rich/cash poor & THE DRUM

the boys mourn the cancellation of the best show on television today as well as discuss the importance of a rainy day fund.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Dec 21, 202326:21
budgets, demographics and taxes oh my - f&p 145

budgets, demographics and taxes oh my - f&p 145

The boys break down a new report from a guy that loves statistics, why budgets are about trade-offs and much more.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Dec 14, 202324:37
the case for basic income with Evelyn Forget
Dec 12, 202324:24
Buy Now Pay Later and Rent vs Buying - f&p 144

Buy Now Pay Later and Rent vs Buying - f&p 144

The boys chat about the pros & cons of BNPL, Rent vs Buying and much more. The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Dec 06, 202327:12
property markets & investing gameplans with Jordan de Jong

property markets & investing gameplans with Jordan de Jong

Jordan De Jong is the founder of Gameplans, a software company designed to enable users to track their property portfolios in a scalable manner. He's an all-round legend too :).

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Dec 03, 202324:44
why you DON'T NEED A SIDE HUSTLE (probably) - f&p 143

why you DON'T NEED A SIDE HUSTLE (probably) - f&p 143

The boys break down the pro's and con's of side hustles, inflation and much more. The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Nov 29, 202330:11
defying the odds with Kevin Ross

defying the odds with Kevin Ross

Kevin Ross is an artist, writer & retired Muay Thai fighter. You can check out Kevin's website here: . (thesoulassassin.com) Follow him on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/dasoulassassin/
Nov 26, 202333:17
INFLATION explained/SAVE MONEY on ELECTRICITY - f&p 142

INFLATION explained/SAVE MONEY on ELECTRICITY - f&p 142

We break down Inflation, why & how it happens and the winners/losers as well as HOW TO SAVE on your ELECTRICITY bills :) The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Nov 23, 202318:13
taxes, super & downsizing with Michael Blythe

taxes, super & downsizing with Michael Blythe

Michael Blythe is the former chief economist at the Commonwealth Bank, he performed various roles at the Reserve Bank of Australia and now the Economist in residence at Downsizer.com.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Nov 19, 202330:51
a lack of housing, very astounding - f&p 141

a lack of housing, very astounding - f&p 141

the boys are back to chat about Gough Whitlam and how his thoughts about the Housing crisis could still ring true 70yrs later and much more! The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Nov 16, 202328:45
the investment factor with Andrew Baxter

the investment factor with Andrew Baxter

Andrew Baxter is the Founder & CEO of Australian Investment Education. His business aims to help people enjoy a richer financial future through education & mentorship while utilising battle-tested investment strategies.

You can check out his website here: Home - Australian Investment Education

Pre-order Andrew's upcoming book here: The Wealth Playbook by Andrew Baxter

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed

Nov 13, 202329:40
the INFLATION you can CONTROL - f&p 140

the INFLATION you can CONTROL - f&p 140

Dave & Damo discuss Lifestyle inflation and how it's affecting the price of everyday purchases, what to do if you're struggling with your mortgage & much more!

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed

Nov 08, 202327:45
RATES ARE RISING, what next?

RATES ARE RISING, what next?

Dave & Damo chat breaking news as the RBA raise the Official Cash rate from 4.10% to 4.35%. Find out their thoughts here.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed

Nov 07, 202316:39
property listings & government shifting - f&p 139

property listings & government shifting - f&p 139

The boys talk about household formation, how affordable property markets see higher shares of young people & much more.

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed

Oct 26, 202337:22
Labour, Unions & MMA with Jacob Debets

Labour, Unions & MMA with Jacob Debets

Jacob Debets is a labour lawyer for the National Tertiary Education Union, a freelance writer & Unionist.

You can check his twitter out here: Jacob Debets (@jacob_debets) / X (twitter.com)

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed.

Oct 24, 202335:48
Financial Stability & failing building companies - f&p 138

Financial Stability & failing building companies - f&p 138

The boys chat about the RBA's Financial Stability report, ABS data showing the overseas arrivals numbers & much more. The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed

Oct 19, 202324:20
financial health checks.

financial health checks.

Damo breaks down the ins & outs of conducting his personal financial check. This is how he analyses his financial position & maps out his future goals for his wealth building!

Our instagram pages: ⁠@fandpsurvivalguide⁠  ⁠@moneysaverhomeloans⁠

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed

Oct 16, 202316:10
consumer sentiment/very delicate - f&p 137

consumer sentiment/very delicate - f&p 137

The boys chat about the ongoing rental crisis and how you can adapt to it, how Consumer Sentiment influences the economy and much more.

Our instagram pages: ⁠@fandpsurvivalguide⁠  ⁠@moneysaverhomeloans⁠

The content discussed in this episode is general in nature, and doesn't take into consideration the individual circumstances of the listener. Any listeners should consider their personal situation and seek professional advice and assistance if needed

Oct 11, 202325:10