She Owns It

True financial independence for women requires moving from passive saving to active wealth building. In this episode of She Owns It, host Anissa Cavallo breaks down the three biggest hurdles holding women back from achieving long-term financial security: managing investment risk, mastering financial literacy and terminology, and choosing long-term wealth over short-term lifestyle inflation.Whether you want to learn how leverage accelerates property investment or how to calculate your retirement yield, this episode provides actionable strategies to protect yourself from financial vulnerability and build real passive income.Key Takeaways & Financial Terminology DefinedYield: The income an investment generates (e.g., rental income or stock dividends) that creates passive income for your daily life.Capital Growth: The increase in the underlying value of an asset over time, which rapidly accelerates your overall net worth.Leverage: Using borrowed capital to multiply your buying power so your returns grow on a larger asset base.Calculating Retirement Income: Using a standard 5% average yield to work backward from your ideal annual passive income target to determine your required net worth.Related Resources & Links🌐 Website: edaproperty.com.au📱 Follow Anissa Cavallo on Instagram: anissa_she_owns_it🎧 Subscribe to She Owns It where you get your podcastsEnjoyed this episode? Please leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help more women take control of their financial future!Disclaimer:The information provided in this podcast and show notes is general in nature and for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute personal financial, legal, or taxation advice. It has been prepared without taking into account your individual objectives, financial situation, or needs. Before making any financial decision, you should consider whether the information is appropriate for your circumstances and seek professional advice from a licensed financial advisor, accountant, or legal expert. 

Michelle Grace Hunder, ARIA-winning music photographer and creative director, reveals how she rebuilt after Mod Dance Company collapsed and left her $800,000 in debt. She shares the mindset shifts, practical steps and early career moves (including temping in corporate) that helped her recover, rebuild a creative career and regain financial resilience. Actionable lessons for entrepreneurs and creative professionals facing business failure and major debt.Links & ResourcesWebsite & Portfoliomichellegracehunder.comhttps://www.michellegracehunder.comInstagram @michelleghunderhttps://www.instagram.com/michelleghunder/Studio / Creative HomeGot Next Studioshttps://www.michellegracehunder.com/about-mghFilm & Creative ProjectHer Sound, Her Story (Documentary)https://www.hersoundherstory.comContacthello@michellegracehunder.comConnect with Anissa on Instagram at@Property Investment Advisor Australia | Eda PropertyListen now and get ready to reclaim your power.

Solo episode: Anissa Cavallo breaks down the numbers shaping women's financial futures — why average vs median income matters, how the gender super gap increases retirement-poverty risk, and why saving alone won’t secure financial independence. Practical, actionable steps to use leverage (including property) to build passive income beyond super, plus mindset shifts to protect long-term wealth.🔗 Links & ResourcesConnect with Anissa on Instagram @anissa_she_owns_itProperty Investment Advisor Australia | Eda PropertyRetirement Calculator: ASIC Moneysmart ToolSubscribe & Review: If this episode gave you a lightbulb moment, please give us a rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!Next Week's Episode: Tune in next week for an incredible interview with ARIA award-winning music photographer Michelle Grace Hunder on turning creative passion into a booming business.Disclaimer:The information provided in this podcast and show notes is general in nature and for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute personal financial, legal, or taxation advice. It has been prepared without taking into account your individual objectives, financial situation, or needs. Before making any financial decision, you should consider whether the information is appropriate for your circumstances and seek professional advice from a licensed financial advisor, accountant, or legal expert. 

Host Anissa Cavallo interviews Australian retail leader Colleen Callander, former CEO of Sportsgirl and Sussan. Colleen traces her rise from leaving school and starting on the retail floor to leading major fashion brands, reframing 'having it all' and redefining leadership. Hear practical CEO lessons on career progression, retail leadership, resilience, and leading teams in fashion. More at: https://www.colleencallander.com.au/Key Topics: Female Leadership | Overcoming Corporate Burnout | Setting Workplace Boundaries | Women in Business | Cultivating Confidence | Kind Leadership Follow Colleen on Instagram @colleen_callanderBusiness Mentoring Program | Colleen CallanderLinks & ResourcesConnect with Anissa on Instagram at@Property Investment Advisor Australia | Eda Property

In this inaugural solo episode, Anissa Cavallo shares her unfiltered money mindset journey, earning $80k early, losing everything in the property market, sleeping on her parents' couch, and rebuilding. Listen for candid lessons on financial recovery after property loss, practical mindset shifts for women reclaiming financial independence, and a look at systemic risks like rising homelessness among middle-aged women. (12 min)Key Topics: Money Mindset | Women & Financial Independence | Rebuilding Wealth After Divorce | Property Investment Recovery | Female Financial Literacy | Overcoming Financial Trauma 🔗 Links & ResourcesConnect with Anissa on Instagram @anissa_she_owns_itProperty Investment Advisor Australia | Eda PropertyDisclaimer:The information provided in this podcast and show notes is general in nature and for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute personal financial, legal, or taxation advice. It has been prepared without taking into account your individual objectives, financial situation, or needs. Before making any financial decision, you should consider whether the information is appropriate for your circumstances and seek professional advice from a licensed financial advisor, accountant, or legal expert.