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When compared to many other developed, free market nations, Australia’s healthcare system is pretty enviable.
Don’t get us wrong, it has its problems; its staff are frequently overworked and underpaid…
In Australia, talking about housing and complaining about the superannuation industry could be national sports. There’s a reason for this, of course: home ownership feels out of reach for many Aussie…
The idea of “early retirement” is going to mean different things to different people. For some, it offers a glimpse into a future of passion projects, community involvement, or a life of learning. To…
Housing in Australia is expensive.
We don’t think any Australian with fewer than eight figures in their bank account would find this statement controversial. Simply compare the average income with the…
In the conversation around housing affordability, it can be easy to get lost in the stats and figures. In doing so, we can often lose sight of the people behind the numbers. That’s why, in this episo…
From its name – and the fact that it has its own acronym – you might assume that dollar-cost averaging (or DCA) is tricky. It FEELS like the kind of term suited up fund managers might use to justify …
Social media can serve an array of useful purposes. It can connect us with our friends, entertain us with content, and even act as an education tool. But do you want to know where social media REALLY…
Ever wondered how the federal budget actually gets released and what it’s like being locked in a room with no internet while it happens?
In this bonus episode, Ana & Tash break down the 2025 Federal B…
Aren’t you sick of going to picnics and dinner parties and hearing your friends say: “Oh my gosh, don’t forget to balance your portfolio?”
…Okay, so maybe our circle of friends like to nerd out about …
This podcast is no stranger to discussing the pros and cons of investing in ETFs compared to investing in super. It’s a deep and nuanced topic, though – which is why we’re discussing it more deeply, …
Across the investing landscape, disclaimers about risk and volatility abound. You’ll often see statements like “All investments carry risk” and “something something market volatility”. And sure, they…
SMSFs are like Fernet-Branca or Wes Anderson films: many people tune out when you bring them up, but those who like them are obsessed.
SMSF – or self-managed super funds – sound complicated… and they …
“Diversify” is one of those concepts that long-term investors like to throw around. So is “asset class”. But when you put them together in a sentence – for instance, “It’s a good idea to diversify be…
The housing crisis in Australia is complex. Its causes don’t stem from one specific issue, and proposed solutions are often easier said than done. None of this changes the fact that, for many Austral…
Vegemite. The Hills Hoist. Unreasonably expensive property. Franking credits.
You may have only heard of three of these four things. However, franking credits are just as Australian as the preceding t…
You may have heard us, a news outlet, or an investment ad say something to the effect of:
“Past performance isn’t an indicator of future returns.”
Now, you’d be forgiven for thinking this statement is …
Advocates frame them as a sensible way to build your wealth (provided you understand the risks involved). Critics simplify them as a speculative venture akin to gambling. But while they have both fan…
Anyone who’s listened to more than one episode of this podcast might have done a double take at this title.
“The Get Rich Slow Club talking about crypto?” you might have balked. “That’s like a vegan d…
In Australia, childcare fees are one of the largest ongoing expenses that many parents of young children can face. Fortunately, some relief may be on the horizon. Starting in January next year, the n…
If your only experience with the word “broker” comes from “The Wolf of Wall Street”, you might have some doubts about the concept. In truth, the word itself has a much more neutral meaning than Leo w…