The Strategy Stacker - Luke Talks Money

By Luke Smith

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Episodes: 150

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Luke Smith is The Strategy Stacker. He's an experienced financial planner and each Friday afternoon talks about money with Leon Delaney on 2CC Talking Canberra. Luke's down to earth approach breaks down financial planning strategies into everyday language and he talks about how to put money ideas together. Luke's goal is to help Australians make smarter money decisions through education.

Episode Date
Luke on 2CC – Why having an adviser may SAVE you a fortune!
May 25, 2026
Luke on 2CC – The People You Have Around You
May 18, 2026
Luke on 2CC – Should I go back to work after I retire? What are my options?
May 11, 2026
Luke on 2CC – Tax deductions, Superannuation and 30 June 2026
May 04, 2026
Luke on 2CC – I am going to retire in July. What should I get ready so there are no surprises?
Apr 27, 2026
Luke on 2CC – Who can add money to superannuation and when can you do it?
Apr 20, 2026
Luke on 2CC – 30 June 2026 & Misconceptions Around EOFY Financial Planning
Apr 13, 2026
Luke on 2CC – Super Splitting in 2026. What is it? Why do it?
Mar 30, 2026
Luke on 2CC – 2026 Market Volatility, How Do I Manage It & Make the Most of It?
Mar 23, 2026
Luke on 2CC – 2026 Changes to Superannuation Thresholds and What They Mean for You!
Mar 16, 2026
Luke on 2CC – Capital Gains Tax Changes? What Investors Need to Know and Do. Ask the expert with Rhys Kyburz.
Mar 09, 2026
Luke on 2CC – How to turn super into a tax-free pension in 2026
Mar 02, 2026
Luke on 2CC – How can you give your kids the greatest start in life financially?
Feb 23, 2026
Luke on 2CC – Catch-up concessional contributions: What are they? How do you do it?
Feb 16, 2026
Luke on 2CC – What is a Transfer Amount in the PSS and what can I do with it?
Feb 09, 2026
Luke on 2CC – What happens if I hit the Transfer Balance Cap?
Feb 02, 2026
Luke on 2CC – What is the Total Super Balance?
Jan 26, 2026
Luke on 2CC – Can I use the transition to retirement strategy to save tax?
Jan 18, 2026
Luke on 2CC – Can I reduce my work hours but still earn my normal wage?
Jan 11, 2026
Luke on 2CC – Setting financial goals for 2026
Jan 06, 2026
Luke on 2CC – 2025 in review, a new year is just around the corner!
Dec 21, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Misconceptions about financial matters – Don’t let them cost you money!
Dec 15, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Can I gift money and assets to my children?
Dec 08, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How to avoid tax from super when you die
Dec 01, 2025
Luke on 2CC – The Asset Test for the Age Pension
Nov 24, 2025
Luke on 2CC – What’s the difference between a binding and non-binding nomination in your super?
Nov 17, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Asset allocation risk – Check how much you are really taking on!
Nov 10, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Share market highs, is it time to take some profit?
Nov 03, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Misconceptions about managing finances
Oct 27, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How much life cover do I need in my super?
Oct 20, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How do I start a pension from my super?
Oct 13, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How much do I need in super to retire? There’s a better question to ask to help you retire with peace of mind.
Oct 09, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Is salary sacrifice the only way to get money into super?
Sep 29, 2025
Luke on 2CC – What is a testamentary trust and why might you need or want one in your Will?
Sep 24, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Should I max out my super contributions, regardless of my income level?
Sep 16, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Should I buy an investment property like everyone else?
Sep 08, 2025
Luke on 2CC – A MINI won’t pull a horse float!
Sep 01, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Can I make a tax-deductible contribution to my super if I am a member of the PSS?
Aug 25, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Should my investment loan repayments be principal and interest? Is there a better option?
Aug 20, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Play your part in the financial planning process to get good outcomes
Aug 13, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How much tax do I pay if I go back to work after I retire?
Aug 06, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Ways to get more money into super for a tax free retirement!
Jul 29, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How much risk should I carry in my super fund?
Jul 22, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How much money do I need to retire?
Jul 16, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Changing your habits to achieve your financial goals sooner!
Jul 07, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How to start a pension from super – understanding the rules to get you started
Jul 02, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Setting goals and habits for the new financial year
Jun 25, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Maximising your tax deductions before 30 June!
Jun 17, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Super Splitting: What is it? Why would you do it?
Jun 10, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Transition to retirement options: Pay off your mortgage or contribute to super with tax free money!
Jun 04, 2025
Luke on 2CC – What is a ‘Notice of intent’ and why do you need it?
May 26, 2025
Luke on 2CC – The difference between deductible and non deductible super contributions
May 19, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How much can you get into super this year now the limits are changing?
May 12, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Misconceptions around merging super funds – There are reasons not to consolidate!
May 05, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Transition to retirement before 30 June and you could reach your goals sooner!
Apr 30, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Misconceptions around super contributions – don’t miss out on opportunities to bolster your balance!
Apr 24, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How to use superannuation to fund your insurance and is your cover still right for your needs?
Apr 13, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Investing outside of Super
Apr 07, 2025
Luke on 2CC – The super splitting strategy and your retirement goals!
Mar 30, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Do I have to take a full pension from the PSS when I retire?
Mar 23, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How to make the most of the Trump effect with your investments?
Mar 17, 2025
Luke on 2CC – What happens to my super when I retire?
Mar 09, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Gearing your portfolio: How to do it and what to consider?
Mar 02, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Misconceptions around money in 2025
Feb 23, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How to use Shares and ETF’s
Feb 16, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Do kids pay tax on a super inheritance?
Feb 10, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How to use an in specie transfer to boost your super
Feb 03, 2025
Luke on 2CC – How to start a transition to retirement
Jan 28, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Total Super Balance – How will it impact your retirement planning?
Jan 19, 2025
Luke on 2CC – New year resolutions: Set yourself up for success in 2025.
Jan 15, 2025
Luke on 2CC – Personal Financial Planning Issues for 2025
Jan 03, 2025
Luke on 2CC – The Transfer Balance Cap and Tax Free Money
Dec 16, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Luke’s Christmas Spending Tool Kit
Dec 08, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Re-contribution Strategy – Can you save tax for your kids?
Dec 01, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Is it time to take profit from your super fund or your pension?
Nov 25, 2024
Luke on 2CC – How much does a SMSF really cost?
Nov 18, 2024
Luke on 2CC – What does Trump mean for your portfolio?
Nov 12, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Top tips for working with a financial planner effectively
Nov 05, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Investing outside of super for the long term
Oct 28, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Emergency Fund and Income Protection Insurance – How will you protect your family and yourself?
Oct 21, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Does the system work for retirees and those who need aged care?
Oct 15, 2024
Luke on 2CC – How to minimise tax on the sale of an asset
Oct 08, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Is negative gearing dead? How will it impact you and your investments?
Oct 01, 2024
Luke on 2CC – How to salary sacrifice and make personal deductible contributions at same time to lower your tax
Sep 24, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Residential property – Does gearing still work? What should you consider before you invest in property?
Sep 23, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Are converting preference shares or hybrid shares part of your investment portfolio?
Sep 13, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Gifting and Centrelink, what you should know
Sep 02, 2024
Luke on 2CC – How to maximise income from your portfolio
Aug 27, 2024
Luke on 2CC – How to get the maximum into super and lower your tax
Aug 21, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Seven deadly taxes
Aug 14, 2024
Luke on 2CC – How do you judge a good super fund?
Aug 03, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Should I have an interest only loan on my investment property?
Jul 29, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Taking a PSS Benefit, is a full pension right for you?
Jul 22, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Can a testamentary trust protect your kids?
Jul 15, 2024
Luke on 2CC – How do you start a pension from your super?
Jul 08, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Set goals for the new financial year!
Jun 29, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Controlling risk in super in the new financial year
Jun 23, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Should I set up a SMSF on 1 July 2024?
Jun 16, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Should I sell an investment property and put money into super?
Jun 10, 2024
Luke on 2CC – How to maximise your tax deduction from an EOFY super contribution?
Jun 02, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Give your kids the best financial start!
May 26, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Should you start a pension from super before EOFY?
May 20, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Should I contribute to super before 30 June?
May 12, 2024
Luke on 2CC – What is the Centrelink Income Test?
May 05, 2024
Luke on 2CC – What is the Centrelink Asset Test?
Apr 29, 2024
Luke on 2CC – How to use ETFs to your advantage inside super?
Apr 22, 2024
Luke on 2CC – PSS members Don’t miss out on a tax deduction!
Apr 15, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Transfer balance cap, what you need to know!
Apr 08, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Why put money in super and not leave it in your bank account?
Mar 25, 2024
Luke on 2CC – What to look for in a good super fund?
Mar 17, 2024
Luke on 2CC – How to invest in strong markets and record prices?
Mar 12, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Risk and your investment portfolio
Mar 03, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Misconceptions around transition to retirement
Feb 25, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Misconceptions around super death benefits
Feb 20, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Misconceptions around super funds
Feb 11, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Misconceptions around pension payments
Feb 04, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Misconceptions around contributions to super
Jan 22, 2024
Luke on 2CC – How to start an investment portfolio
Jan 15, 2024
Luke on 2CC – Compound interest, time is your friend!
Jan 10, 2024
Luke on 2CC – New Year Resolutions, 2024
Dec 23, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Spend Christmas well, with a plan!
Dec 17, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Be a great client to get more out of advice
Dec 10, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Can I work in retirement? How much tax will I pay?
Dec 03, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Why borrow money to invest?
Nov 26, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Can I afford to retire?
Nov 19, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Find budget savings as interest rates rise!
Nov 12, 2023
Luke on 2CC – How to turn your super into a pension?
Nov 05, 2023
Luke on 2CC – What happens to my super when I retire?
Oct 29, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Catch-up concessional contributions – Boost your super!
Oct 22, 2023
Luke on 2CC – A deep dive into Self Managed Super Funds
Oct 15, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Offset accounts and redraw facilities: How to use them to your advantage
Oct 08, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Interest only repayments – When might you use it?
Oct 01, 2023
Luke on 2CC – How can I make a contribution to super and lower my tax?
Sep 25, 2023
Luke on 2CC – What’s the difference between a self managed super fund and a personal super fund?
Sep 18, 2023
Luke on 2CC – What is dollar cost averaging and why would you use it when investing?
Sep 11, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Is a superannuation balanced fund option really balanced?
Sep 04, 2023
Luke on 2CC – What is risk and how do you manage it?
Aug 28, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Where do you begin to start investing?
Aug 20, 2023
Luke on 2CC – How much money can I take when starting a pension from super?
Aug 14, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Investing in property. Part 5: Conveyancing
Aug 07, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Investing in property. Part 4: Trends and Selling Tips
Jul 28, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Investing in property. Part 3: Strata Management
Jul 24, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Investing in property. Part 2: Commercial Property
Jul 17, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Investing in property. Part 1: What to think about before you buy?
Jul 09, 2023
Luke on 2CC – New Habits for a New Financial Year
Jul 03, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Luke’s top 5 risks in retirement and how to avoid them!
Jun 26, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Should I salary sacrifice in the new financial year?
Jun 19, 2023
Luke on 2CC – How to reduce your working hours by starting a pension
Jun 12, 2023
Luke on 2CC – 30 June Super and Tax Strategy
Jun 05, 2023
Luke on 2CC – Why do you need an Enduring Power of Attorney?
Jun 01, 2023