EPISODE · Jun 8, 2026 · 39 MIN
Why Waiting to Get Financial Advice Could Cost You Hundreds of Thousands
from Financial Autonomy
Think financial advice is something you get when you're older, wealthier, or closer to retirement? That mindset could be costing you far more than you realise. Because when it comes to building wealth, when you start can matter more than how much you start with. In this episode, Nick is joined by Paul Benson to unpack why your 30s and 40s can be such a powerful window for getting advice. It's the time to make decisions that can compound, course correct, and create more choice later. But this is not just one for younger listeners. If you are in your 50s, 60s or beyond, there are still valuable takeaways here, especially if you are wondering whether your super, investments, insurance, structures or old money habits still make sense for where you are now. Inside the episode: How to know whether your money is actually working hard enough Why "I'll sort it out later" can become one of your most expensive financial habits Why getting advice early could make a six-figure difference by retirement Why earning good money does not always mean you are building wealth One setting that could turbocharge your superannuation What to review now if you feel like you started too late WANT PERSONALISED FINANCIAL ADVICE?: Book an appointment here. WANT TO STAY ACROSS WHAT'S MOVING THE MARKETS?: Subscribe to GainingCHOICE, our weekly email unpacking the key headlines and what to pay attention to. GOT A FINANCE QUESTION FOR PAUL?: Send it to [email protected], and it could be featured in his Ask an Expert column each Sunday in The Age and Sydney Morning Herald. General advice disclaimer
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