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    Episode 77 – Dealing with the Pressure to Overspend at Christmas

    Dealing with the Pressure to Overspend at Christmas by astra financial

      It’s the most wonderful time of the year! But it can also be the most stressful.Between the pressure to overspend on gifts for your friends and family, a dozen different parties you have to attend, and last-minute shopping trips that take you miles away from home, it’s hard to…

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    Episode 76 – Do You Need Travel Insurance?

    Do You Need Travel Insurance? by Astra financial

      Traveller insurance is a must for any traveller. If you’re going on a holiday, it’s important to make sure that you have the correct insurance in place. This will ensure that you have all of the necessary covers for your trip and that any accidents or injuries that happen…

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    Episode 75 – Why Financial Planning is Good For Your Health

    Why Financial Planning is Good For Your Health by Astra Financial

      In this episode of Heart of Your Money, I’m going to show you how to use financial planning as a way to take control of your life and make better decisions. We’re talking about how financial planning can help you achieve your goals, whether it’s saving up for a…

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    Episode 74 – Should You Wait Till You’re Dead to Gift?

    Should You Wait Till You’re Dead to Gift? by Astra Financial

      This week, we’re talking about gifting money. Should you wait till you’re dead to gift money? It’s an important question, and one that everyone should be thinking about. We’ll break down the financial implications of gifting money before you pass, as well as some other considerations. With all the…

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    Episode 73 – Your Holiday Savings Challenge

      How many of you have had the post-holiday trip down guilt lane after you see the credit card bills coming rolling in? I know I have – and it sucks 🙅 My hangovers would either come from buying the quickest, cheapest gift with no meaning or love behind it…

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    Episode 72 – What to Know If You’re Planning on Working Past 65

    What to Know If You’re Planning on Working Past 65 by Astra Financial

    We’re back with another episode of Heart of Your Money. In this week’s episode, we’re talking about what you need to expect when you’re planning on working past 65. As we all know, retirement is a big deal. It’s the time when you get to relax and enjoy life after…

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    Episode 71 – Financial Steps to Take After a Spouse Passes Away

    Financial Steps to Take After a Spouse Passes Away by Astra Financial

    This week’s podcast episode is all about the financial steps to take in the event your spouse dies. Are you prepared? Have you thought through what will happen if your spouse passes away? Have you created a plan for how to move forward with your finances and pay off any…

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    Episode 70 – How Often Do You Need a New Financial Plan?

    How Often Do You Need a New Financial Plan by Astra Financial

    We’re so excited to share a new episode of Heart of Your Money with you this week. This episode is all about how often you need to revisit your financial plan—and it’s not just about making a plan! You need to ensure that your plan is up to date with…

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    Episode 68 – Why Young People need Life Insurance

    Why Young People need Life Insurance by Astra Financial

    Life insurance is a necessary part of financial planning—no matter your age. But it’s not always easy to understand what benefits can be gained from paying into a life insurance policy from a young age. In this episode, I discuss the three benefits of purchasing life insurance for your young…

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    Episode 67 – Extra Savings Buckets for Retirement Savings

    Extra Savings Buckets for Retirement Savings by Astra Financial

    Are you a retiree? Do you want to be? If so, there’s something important that you need to know: saving money isn’t just for before you retire. It’s also important after you’ve retired and are living off your savings! That’s because it’s essential to have extra savings buckets in place….

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