From drowning in debt to financial freedom

In this episode, Valerie opens up about the work injury that left her on WorkCover with only 80% of her income, which led to a domino effect of personal and financial struggles and the toll it took on her relationships, particularly with her two daughters. She shares candidly the difficulties she faced, which included a gambling addiction, as a result of her financial position and the regret she felt for not being the mum her daughters deserved.After joining MyBudget, she was able to turn her financial position around and create a brighter future for herself and her family. Join us as Valerie shares her inspiring journey to achieving financial freedom. From her experience with refinancing to progressing her own career in finance. From Valerie's inspirational story, discover how managing your money can literally transform your life and repair important family ties.

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