{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"239. The Hidden Cost of Being Comfortable","description":"Welcome back to another episode of the 360 Money Matters Podcast! In this episode, Billy and Andrew explore the hidden cost of being comfortable, and why financial comfort can actually sabotage your wealth-building.  When your bills are paid, money's left over each month, and life feels good, it's easy to stop pushing forward. But comfort breeds complacency.  Andrew and Billy break down why getting comfortable is just the first step, and the real danger lies in mistaking it for financial security. If you're earning solid income and feel like you're doing okay financially, but you're unsure whether you'll actually be able to retire on your terms, this episode reveals what's holding you back, and the simple micro-actions you can start today. - This podcast contains information that is general in nature. It does not take into account the objectives, financial situation, or needs of any particular person. You need to consider your financial situation and needs before making any decisions based on this information. This information is provided by Billy Amiridis &  Andrew Nicolaou of 360 Financial Strategists Pty Ltd, authorized representatives and credit representatives of Akumin Financial Planning \u2013 AFSL 232706 Episode Highlights The critical difference between being financially comfortable and financially secure How lifestyle inflation sneaks in and erodes your surplus faster than you realize Why paying yourself first is non-negotiable  The compound cost of delaying investment, and how it sets you back years High income doesn't equal wealth: why surplus is what actually matters The psychology of comfort: how it leads to drifting without a plan Why your superannuation alone won't deliver the retirement lifestyle you expect Micro-actions that work: direct debit, starting small with $20\/week, and building from there   Connect with Billy and Andrew! 360 Financial Strategists    Check out our latest episode here:  Apple Podcast Spotify ","author_name":"360 Money Matters","author_url":"http:\/\/360moneymatters.libsyn.com\/website","html":"