Theresa led an engaging workshop on personal money management covering topics on money personalities, setting SMART goals, understanding financial wellbeing, and knowing the difference between good debt and bad debt. Grassroots and holistic financial wealth + health = a wellbeing approach tailored for our Pasifika families.

This led to the next topic of discussion on home ownership because to purchase your first home you need to get your finances in order.

It was a thought-provoking discussion, and everyone left feeling inspired and motivated to owning their first home.

Theresa formerly worked as a mortgage broker with Mike Pero Mortgages and bought her first home at the age of 19, having worked two jobs in high school.

Theresa owns Wellthwise Pasifika, which provides budgeting and home ownership advice. She also owns both Fautasi Retail Shop and Mana Collab Services Ltd.