Ever been hit with an unexpected bill, a broken appliance, or a mini disaster that made you think, “How the hell am I going to afford this?” You are not alone—and you’re not powerless. In this episode, I’m diving into how to build a cash cushion that gives you peace of mind and power when life throws a curveball. We’re also getting into some clever, practical ways to find fast cash right now (no, not selling a kidney).

I’ll tell you exactly how I handled an Airbnb nightmare without panic—and why 10-years-ago-me would’ve completely lost it. You’ll walk away with the steps to build your own financial buffer, the confidence to face unexpected bills, and the tools to bounce back with ease when life gets messy.

This episode is sponsored by Entourage Finance and Property – helping Aussies grow wealth through smart home loan lending and expert advice.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• What a cash cushion is (and what it’s not)

• Real-life story of financial chaos and calm

• 7+ fast ways to find extra money

• How to stop unexpected expenses from derailing you

• Why using your cushion isn’t a fail—it’s the flex

Links and Resources:

• Claim your unclaimed money:

• Contact these state government agencies to search for other forms of unclaimed money.

  • ACT: Public Trustee and Guardian for the ACT
  • New South Wales: Revenue NSW
  • Northern Territory: Northern Territory Treasury
  • Queensland: Public Trustee of Queensland
  • South Australia: SA Department of Treasury and Finance
  • Tasmania: Tasmanian Department of Treasury and Finance or phone (03) 6166 4188
  • Victoria: State Revenue Office Victoria
  • Western Australia: WA Department of Treasury

• Learn more about Entourage: https://www.entourage.com.au

• DM Phoebe with your Cash Cushion action on IG @phoebeblamey