Financially Empowered Women

Ep. 22 From Tax Tips to Super Strategies: A Woman’s Guide to Smarter Money Moves

Have you ever wished there was a simple, no-nonsense way to manage your money, especially while juggling motherhood, business, or life after separation?
Financial planning for mums often gets pushed to the side in favour of everything else on the to-do list. But understanding tax, superannuation, budgeting, and how to future-proof your finances doesn’t have to be complicated - or boring. In this episode, Chartered Accountant and mum of three, Lina De Marco, breaks down tax strategies, explains the power of SMSFs, and shares her personal journey of financial independence after divorce. Her goal? To help women create a calm, confident relationship with money, no matter their circumstances.
If you’ve ever felt unsure about money management, avoided tax planning, or wanted to feel more financially in control (without giving up your morning coffee), this episode is made for you.
🎧 Press play now to learn how financial planning for mums can give you the confidence to make smart, long-term money decisions.
In this episode, you will: ✅ Learn the most overlooked tax tips women can use before the end of the financial year ✅ Discover how mums can rebuild financial independence through small but powerful changes ✅ Understand the role of super and SMSFs in creating values-aligned investing and long-term security
Lina De Marco is the founder and CEO of Ademus Business Solutions, a chartered accounting firm supporting small businesses and families. With over 25 years of experience and a deep passion for accessible financial education, she’s helped hundreds of clients build sustainable financial plans while navigating real-life challenges like raising kids, starting over, and running a business. Lina is also a self-managed super fund auditor, an advisor to multiple not-for-profits, and an advocate for empowering women through financial literacy and smart planning.
Resources & Links:
🌐 Website: www.ademus.com.au 📧 Email: lina@ademus.com.au 📘 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lina-de-marco-29b8a525/ 📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ademusbusinesssolutions
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The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions – helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
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Ep. 21 Bridging the Housing Gap: Real Solutions for Women Locked Out of Home Ownership

What if buying a home wasn’t something you had to do alone? What if there were models where you could co-invest, build equity slowly, or buy with friends and family, without waiting for traditional finance to say yes?
Women buying homes face enormous systemic barriers—from unaffordable prices to tight lending criteria and the impact of raising children on income. In this episode, Sama Balson, founder of Women’s Village Collective, shares how she went from housing displacement to driving innovative housing models that help women get a foot on the property ladder. From rent-to-buy and co-living structures to shared equity partnerships, this conversation will expand what’s possible when it comes to housing.
If you’ve ever felt priced out, overwhelmed by mortgage rules, or unsure of how to buy a home in a high-cost area, this episode is made for you.
🎧 Press play now to discover how women buying homes can create new paths to ownership—together.
In this episode, you will: ✅ Learn how women buying homes are using co-ownership, dual-key dwellings, and rent-to-buy strategies ✅ Understand the gaps in the current housing system—and what to do if you fall between them ✅ Discover how the Women’s Village Collective is helping women build equity and financial security
Sama Balson is the Founder and CEO of the Women’s Village Collective, a DGR-registered charity helping women overcome housing insecurity. With a background in the arts and public service—including serving as a Byron Shire Councillor and Chair of the Affordable Housing Committee—Sama brings policy knowledge, lived experience, and creative thinking to her mission. She’s a powerful advocate for shared equity, systemic reform, and real pathways to homeownership for women who are too often left behind by current systems.
Links & Resources:
🌐 Website: www.womensvillagecollective.org.au 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072069800351 📩 Email: admin@womensvillagecollective.org.au
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The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions – helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝘀 Join the community for free resources to help you take control of your financial future at www.women4homes.com

Ep. 20 Rentvesting Explained: How Women Are Building Wealth While Renting

Have you ever wanted to get into property but felt like it was out of reach—especially on your own? What if investing in real estate could build your wealth and support other women in the process?
Women and property investing is about more than just bricks and mortar—it’s about building a future of financial security and doing good along the way. In this episode, Property Investment Strategist Suzi Antic shares how women can start investing through strategies like co-ownership, dual occupancy, and co-living homes. She breaks down the numbers, explains how to reduce financial risk, and shows how property can become a powerful tool for social change and long-term financial independence.
 
If you’ve ever felt priced out of the market, intimidated by the process, or unsure of where to begin, this episode is made for you.
🎧 Press play now to learn how women and property investing can help you grow your wealth and support other women on their journey too.
In this episode, you will:
✅ Learn how women and property investing can start with as little as $50,000 through co-ownership and creative structures
✅ Discover how Suzi’s clients are earning 8% yields while offering affordable housing for women
✅ Understand how to minimise risk, access depreciation benefits, and choose the right areas for long-term growth
Suzi Antic is the founder of National Property Investors and a seasoned Property Investment Strategist with over 15 years’ experience in designing high-yield, purpose-driven investments. Her approach combines solid returns with social impact—helping women build wealth while offering affordable housing solutions through co-living, dual occupancy, and ethical investing. Suzi works closely with clients to guide them through every stage of the property journey and is passionate about making property investing more inclusive and achievable for women across Australia.
 
Resources & Links:
🌐 Website: www.nationalpropertyinvestors.net.au
📧 Email: suzi@nationalpropertyinvestors.net.au
📘 LinkedIn: Suzi Antic https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzi-antic-a5367897/
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Financially Empowered Women
The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions – helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
Next Steps
Join the community for free resources to help you take control of your financial future at www.women4homes.com

Ep. 19 Rent-Vesting: The Secret Strategy to Buying More Property Faster

Have you ever thought about investing in property but felt unsure about where to start? Many women believe real estate investing is too complex or risky, but what if the right education and strategy could change everything?
Women and property investing are about more than just buying a home—it’s about using real estate as a tool for financial independence and generational wealth. Many women miss out on opportunities because of fear, lack of knowledge, or societal expectations that tell them to play it safe. In this episode, property investor and entrepreneur Varsha Banker shares how she built a property portfolio after her divorce, the strategies she used to buy four properties in four months, and how women can step into the real estate market with confidence.
If you’ve ever felt like property investing is too complicated, worried about making financial mistakes, or struggled to see how real estate could work for you, this episode is made for you.
Press play now to learn how women and property investing can open doors to financial freedom and security.
In this episode, you will:
✅ Learn why women and property investing is one of the best wealth-building tools available. ✅ Discover how Varsha built her portfolio quickly and the strategies that worked for her. ✅ Understand the biggest mistakes women make in real estate and how to avoid them.
Varsha Banker is a property investor, entrepreneur, and founder of Real Estate for Women (R4W), a platform dedicated to educating and supporting women in real estate investing. Passionate about financial independence, she helps single mums and working women build generational wealth through property. After navigating a difficult divorce, Varsha used real estate as a way to rebuild her financial future, proving that with the right knowledge, women can thrive in property investing.
Resources & Links:
🌎 Website: www.realestateforwomen.com.au💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/varsha-banker/
 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realestate4w/
 📱 Instagram: @realestateforwomen
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The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions, helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
Next Steps
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Ep. 18 Future-Proof Your Marriage: The Power of Prenups and Postnups

What if you could protect your financial future, not after divorce, but during the marriage itself?
Financial security after divorce isn’t just about survival—it’s about preparation, transparency, and fairness. For many women, especially those who’ve taken time out of the workforce to raise children, divorce can trigger deep financial insecurity. In this episode, life coach and divorce advocate Kathy Ferris shares her hard-won lessons from navigating her own high-conflict divorce and raising four children on her own. She shares how prenuptial and postnuptial agreements can serve as tools of empowerment, not fear, and why being financially informed before a crisis is the greatest act of self-love you can offer yourself.
If you’ve ever felt blindsided by divorce, struggled to access money you thought you shared, or worried about how to protect yourself and your children, this episode is made for you.
🎧 Press play now to hear how preparing for financial security after divorce can lead to peace of mind, confidence, and a fairer future.
In this episode, you will: ✅ Learn how prenuptial and postnuptial agreements can provide financial security after divorce ✅ Discover what women often overlook when it comes to credit, insurance, and shared assets ✅ Understand how to protect your emotional well-being and your finances—before, during, and after divorce
Kathy Ferris is a life coach, speaker, podcast host, and single mum of four. After leaving a 21-year marriage, she rebuilt her life from scratch, without a roadmap or a financial safety net. Now she’s on a mission to help other women protect their worth, plan for life beyond marriage, and step confidently into their next chapter. She’s the host of KATapulting Confidence and a passionate advocate for women creating structure, safety, and joy in their lives, even after heartbreak.
Resources & Links:
🌐 Website: www.kathyferris.com 📱 Instagram: @kathycupcakeferris 🎙️ Podcast: KATapulting Confidence https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/katapulting-confidence/id1799833663 📍 TikTok: @kathycupcakeferris
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The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions – helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
Next StepsJoin the community for free resources to help you take control of your financial future at www.women4homes.com

Ep. 17 Smart Property Moves After Divorce: A Woman’s Guide

Have you ever felt overwhelmed trying to buy a home, especially while navigating a major life transition like divorce or separation? What if the home-buying process didn’t have to be so confusing or stressful?
Women buying homes often face a unique set of emotional and financial challenges, especially when they’re doing it on their own for the first time. From unclear options to pressure-filled sales tactics, it’s easy to feel lost or rushed into decisions that don’t truly serve your needs. In this episode, real estate advocate and coach Lisa Britcliffe shares how women can regain control, find clarity, and make smart, empowered decisions when buying property on their own terms.
If you’ve ever felt unsure of how to buy a home post-divorce, worried about being taken advantage of in the process, or just want to feel confident making one of life’s biggest decisions, this episode is made for you.
🎧 Press play now to learn how women buying homes can move from confusion to confidence—and find a place that truly feels like home.
 
In this episode, you will:
✅ Learn why women buying homes benefit from personalised support and market insight
✅ Discover the biggest mistakes women make post-divorce and how to avoid them
✅ Understand how to work with a buyer’s advocate to create calm, confident decisions
 
Lisa Britcliffe is the Co-Founder and Director of Orium & Co, a boutique property advocacy agency based in Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula. With over two decades of experience in real estate and coaching, Lisa specialises in helping women buy and sell homes with clarity, confidence, and care. She combines deep market expertise with a heart-led approach, ensuring every property decision is in alignment with her clients’ lives and values. Whether you’re navigating a divorce, a fresh start, or your first property purchase, Lisa offers guidance that’s strategic, human-centred, and deeply empowering.
 
Resources & Links:
🌐 Website: www.oriumandco.com
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oriumandco/
📘 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisabritcliffe/
 
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The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions, helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
 
Next Steps
Join the community for free resources to help you take control of your financial future at www.women4homes.com

Ep. 16 Real Estate & Life Insurance: The Secret to Building Wealth Faster

Have you ever wanted to invest in real estate but felt like it was out of reach? Many women assume they need a huge income, a perfect financial history, or years of experience to start investing. But what if you could begin your property journey sooner than you think?
Women and property investing is one of the most powerful paths to financial independence, yet many women hold back due to fear, lack of knowledge, or financial myths that keep them stuck. In this episode, real estate investor and financial coach Acquania Escarne shares how she went from renting out a condo to building a $34 million real estate portfolio—including hotels. She breaks down the steps women can take to enter property investing, secure funding, and scale their investments with confidence.
If you’ve ever felt unsure about where to start, worried about making financial mistakes, or thought real estate investing was only for the wealthy, this episode is made for you.
Press play now to learn how women and property investing can lead to financial security, generational wealth, and greater financial freedom.
In this episode, you will:
✅ Learn why women and property investing is an essential wealth-building strategy. ✅ Discover how Acquania built her real estate portfolio—including multiple properties in one year. ✅ Understand the financial tools available to women looking to start or scale their property investments.
Acquania Escarne is a real estate investor, financial coach, and the founder of The Purpose of Money, a platform dedicated to helping women—especially women of color—build generational wealth through financial education and real estate. With a property portfolio worth $34 million, she has experience in rental properties, apartment syndications, and hotel ownership. Acquania teaches women how to break into real estate investing, leverage financial strategies, and take control of their financial future.
Resources & Links:
🌎 Website: www.thepurposeofmoney.com 📘 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepurposeofmoney 🎙️ Podcast: The Purpose of Money - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-purpose-of-money-podcast/id1494754308
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The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions – helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
Next Steps
Join the community for free resources to help you take control of your financial future at www.women4homes.com

Ep. 15 From Rock Bottom to Millions: How to Rebuild Your Life & Business

Have you ever felt stuck in your financial situation, unsure of how to move forward? Many women struggle with self-doubt, fear of failure, or limiting beliefs that keep them from achieving their financial goals. But what if changing your mindset was the first step to financial freedom?
Money mindset for women is often the biggest barrier to success, not income, education, or opportunities. Too often, women hold themselves back from wealth because of internal narratives about money, success, and self-worth. In this episode, speaker, author, and business mentor Suzanne Peters shares how she transformed her life from financial rock bottom to running a successful global platform. She reveals the mindset shifts that helped her rebuild, the importance of self-empowerment, and how women can reprogram their thinking for success.
If you’ve ever felt like financial success wasn’t meant for you, struggled with self-doubt, or found yourself stuck in the same financial patterns, this episode is made for you.
Press play now to learn how money mindset for women can shape financial success and how you can take control of your future today.
In this episode, you will:
✅ Learn why money mindset for women is more powerful than income when it comes to financial success. ✅ Discover the steps Suzanne took to shift from financial struggle to financial independence. ✅ Understand how positive self-talk, personal development, and belief systems shape wealth-building.
Suzanne Peters is an award-winning speaker, bestselling author, and business mentor dedicated to empowering women. As the founder of The Woman to Woman Network, a global platform supporting women’s personal and financial growth, Suzanne has helped countless women transform their lives through mindset shifts, storytelling, and entrepreneurship. She believes that financial independence starts with personal empowerment and helps women break through barriers to success.
Resources & Links:
🌎 Website: www.suzanneempowers.com 📘 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/suzanneempowers 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womantowomannetwork
Financially Empowered Women Podcast
The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions – helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
Next Steps
Join the community for free resources to help you take control of your financial future at www.women4homes.com

Ep. 14 From Fear to Financial Freedom: A Journey to Home Ownership & Self-Reliance

Have you ever felt like owning a home is out of reach? With rising property prices, confusing mortgage options, and financial barriers, it’s no surprise that many women feel overwhelmed by the idea of homeownership. But what if there was a way to navigate the process with confidence?
Women buying homes often face unique challenges, from lower average incomes to career breaks and limited access to financial education. Without the right information, it’s easy to believe that homeownership is impossible. But with the right knowledge, support, and financial planning, women can take control of their property journey. In this episode, mortgage broker and author Cara Julian shares how women can break through financial barriers, build confidence, and make informed decisions when purchasing property.
If you’ve ever felt like buying a home is too complicated, worried that you don’t earn enough, or struggled to understand the mortgage process, this episode is made for you.
Press play now to learn how women buying homes can gain financial clarity and take practical steps towards homeownership.
In this episode, you will: ✅ Learn why women buying homes need to approach the process differently and how to plan financially. ✅ Discover how mortgage brokers can help women secure better home loan options. ✅ Understand the common mistakes women make when buying property and how to avoid them.
Cara Julian is a mission-driven mortgage broker and the founder of Brava Finance, dedicated to helping women gain financial confidence and achieve homeownership. After experiencing financial uncertainty post-divorce, she committed to empowering women with the knowledge and tools they need to navigate the home-buying process with clarity. Cara is also the author of Why You Should Date Your Bank and Not Marry Them, a practical guide to mortgages and financial independence, designed to help women make smarter financial choices.
Resources & Links:
🌎 Website: www.bravafinance.com.au 📘 Book: Why You Should Date Your Bank and Not Marry Them – Get a free copy using the code FREEBOOK at checkout.  https://www.bravafinance.com.au 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravafinance
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The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions – helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
Next Steps
Join the community for free resources to help you take control of your financial future at www.women4homes.com

Ep. 13 Overcoming Financial Anxiety: Strategies for a Healthy Money Mindset

Have you ever felt like no matter how much you earn, you never feel truly in control of your finances? What if the key to building wealth wasn’t just about budgeting and saving, but about changing the way you think and feel about money?
Many women struggle with financial confidence, often carrying money habits and beliefs from childhood that no longer serve them. Whether it’s feeling guilty about spending, being afraid to invest, or believing that financial security is out of reach, mindset plays a massive role in financial success. Developing a strong money mindset for women can be the difference between financial stress and financial freedom. In this episode, Gemma Mitchell shares how women can break free from limiting beliefs, take control of their money, and create a financial future that aligns with their values.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in negative money habits, overwhelmed by financial decisions, or unsure of how to build wealth on your own terms, this episode is made for you.
Press play now to learn how shifting your money mindset for women can help you create financial confidence and long-term security.
In this episode, you will:✅ Learn how your early experiences shape your money mindset for women and influence financial decisions.✅ Discover practical ways to break free from limiting beliefs and develop healthier financial habits.✅ Explore how financial literacy and emotional awareness can help women build long-term wealth.
Gemma Mitchell is a financial adviser, wealth coach, and financial literacy advocate with over two decades of experience in finance. Passionate about making financial education accessible, she helps women build confidence, make informed decisions, and take control of their financial future. Gemma is also a host of The Australian Finance Podcast, one of Australia’s largest business and finance shows, where she shares practical strategies for managing money at every stage of life.
Resources & Links:
🌎 Website: www.gemmamitchell.com.au📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gemmamitchell.finance
🎧 Podcast: The Australian Podcast - https://www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast
📖 Pre-order her book: The Money Reset – Take Control of Your Money & Live with Intention - https://www.amazon.com.au/Money-Reset-Take-Control-Your/dp/1394346166
🎓 Enrol in Gemma’s Psychology of Money course for free - https://education.rask.com.au/courses/psychology-money-course/
 
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The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions – helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change.
Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen.
Next Steps
Join the community for free resources to help you take control of your financial future at www.women4homes.com