When you look at a big financial goal, it’s easy to get overwhelmed before you even start. You know you need a buffer for when life goes wrong, and you know you want to save for the things that actually bring you joy, but staring at a massive target number can make you want to give up entirely. That’s when you need to change how you map out your money. Financial literacy powerhouse Hannah Hart (formerly Koumakis) is back on the mic, and this time she’s breaking down how to conquer short-term savings goals, build an airtight emergency fund, and find the sweet spot between protecting your present and investing in your future.
From the mindset shift of officially merging bank accounts after marriage to underestimating a home renovation budget, Hannah shares the exact strategies she uses to reverse-engineer her goals. Sophie and Hannah look at the numbers in granular detail, explaining how to split your accounts for "mini-goals" and why leaving too much cash on the sidelines can actually stall your long-term wealth. If you’ve ever felt stuck trying to balance the tension of saving for a holiday today versus growing your money for tomorrow, this episode is for you.
Don’t forget our last IOU (Side Hustler episode): https://open.spotify.com/episode/5FDI0aPG5bzbriRooqXDWG?si=W4U4J7jVS_KxQ6bMQGda5A
Hannah’s Links
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deartheseries.com
dearcommunity.co.nz
Seven Content & Dear Brides (http://sevencontentstudio.com)
Check out IOU (The Practical Lessons) here: https://thecurveplatform.com/
We're proud to be partnering with BNZ. There's an art to starting something new, and like any art form, you need the right tools to make it work. Whether you're flatting, saving to travel, or making a career move, BNZ has the tools to help you master your money from the get-go.
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Hosts: Sophie Hallwright
Producer: Emily Rigby
Editor: Kate Callaghan
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Chapters
00:00:00 Coming up in this episode…
00:01:21 BNZ x The Curve
00:01:48 Catch-up with Hannah
00:04:59 In the red or the green?
00:08:58 The importance of emergency funds
00:17:34 Saving for short term goals
00:22:20 The 50/30/20 rule
00:28:16 Going over budget
00:31:20 Visualising your financial goals
00:35:51 Cash and Burn
00:42:25 Extra Credit
00:44:45 Thank you for listening!
00:44:59 BNZ x The Curve
00:45:22 Financial disclaimer
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