You’re ready to start investing… and then someone suggests borrowing money to make your portfolio grow faster. It sounds genius in theory, but is it actually a smart move? This week we’re unpacking the financial advice one community member received about doing just that, and Victoria breaks down how these loans really work, why the maths can be seductive, and the little thing called a “margin call” that can throw your whole plan into chaos.

Then we switch gears into Christmas gifting season, which is currently giving drama. Someone asked for a $300 birthday present. Gift cards are in their controversial era. And half of you are quietly switching to Secret Santa because December is expensive enough already. If you’re feeling gifting guilt creeping in, this chat will help you set boundaries without losing your festive cheer.

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You&rsquo;re ready to start investing&hellip; and then someone suggests borrowing money to make your portfolio grow faster. It sounds genius in theory, but is it actually a smart move? This week we&rsquo;re unpacking the financial advice one community member received about doing just that, and Victoria breaks down how these loans really work, why the maths can be seductive, and the little thing called a &ldquo;margin call&rdquo; that can throw your whole plan into chaos. Then we switch gears into Christmas gifting season, which is currently giving drama. Someone asked for a $300 birthday present. Gift cards are in their controversial era. And half of you are quietly switching to Secret Santa because December is expensive enough already. If you&rsquo;re feeling gifting guilt creeping in, this chat will help you set boundaries without losing your festive cheer. LISTEN: To the Money Diaries episode where she is Debt Recycling <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Uk0QJ36M3pZchIi3f68Zz?si=896d594352f44779">here</a> or search She Left Her Husband With $12K and Two Suitcases... Now She&rsquo;s Worth Six Figures. Thanks to OnePass for sponsoring todays episode! Nab your discounted membership <a href="https://onepass.com.au/benefits/member-exclusives?utm_source=audio&amp;utm_medium=sotm&amp;utm_campaign=onepass_black_friday&amp;utm_content=sotm_20_offer_podcast&amp;partner=onepass" data-stringify-link="https://onepass.com.au/benefits/member-exclusives?utm_source=audio&amp;utm_medium=sotm&amp;utm_campaign=onepass_black_friday&amp;utm_content=sotm_20_offer_podcast&amp;partner=onepass" data-sk="tooltip_parent">here</a>.* Want to learn how to invest (or just get your money sorted)? Our Bundle Sale is live! Up to 30% off our most-loved courses and tools, to help you feel clear, confident, and in control. Check it out&nbsp;<a href="https://www.shesonthemoney.com/bundlesale" data-stringify-link="https://www.shesonthemoney.com/bundlesale" data-sk="tooltip_parent">here</a>.
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Australia’s #1 finance podcast. Ready to take control of your money without the stress (or boring lectures)? This is the show for you. Hosted by award-winning financial expert and your ultimate money hype girl, Victoria Devine, SOTM makes personal finance relatable, empowering, and —yes—actually fun. Join a community of 400,000+ smashing their financial goals, from buying their first property to learning to invest, levelling up their careers, or tackling budgeting, saving and debt— all without giving up their morning latte. From Deep Dives into the topics you care about, to pervy looks at real-life Money Diaries or cheeky Friday Drinks money talk with the girls, Victoria and her team make finance feel like your group chat—just way better for your bank balance. 

It's honest, relatable and non-judgmental talk about personal finance, investing, real estate, career and business... with a big dose of fun.  

Australia’s #1 finance podcast. Ready to take control of your money without the stress (or boring lectures)? This is the show for you. Hosted by award-winning financial expert and your ultimate money hype girl, Victoria Devine, SOTM makes personal finance relatable, empowering, and —yes—actually fun. Join a community of 400,000+ smashing their financial goals, from buying their first property to learning to invest, levelling up their careers, or tackling budgeting, saving and debt— all without giving up their morning latte. From Deep Dives into the topics you care about, to pervy looks at real-life Money Diaries or cheeky Friday Drinks money talk with the girls, Victoria and her team make finance feel like your group chat—just way better for your bank balance. 
It's honest, relatable and non-judgmental talk about personal finance, investing, real estate, career and business... with a big dose of fun.

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