Get Rich Slow Club

FIRE (financial independence, retire early) made a lot more sense when houses were cheaper and the tax rules stayed put. So is it still a realistic goal for Australians in 2026? Tash and Ana take an honest look at the movement, from the maths behind it to the proposed budget changes that have the FIRE community redoing their spreadsheets. In this episode we'll discuss: 💸 What FIRE actually is: th...

A 33 year old defence worker with a $1.1 million net worth, $365k in super, and $5,000 a fortnight going into investments. All on a $125k salary. The comment section had one big question: how? Tash and Ana crack open this Finance File, walk through the numbers line by line, and take on the debates it sparked. In this episode we'll discuss: 💸 Where the $5k a fortnight actually goes, from S&P 5...

The federal budget keeps changing, and this time it's SMSFs and trusts feeling the impact. Tash and Ana break down two surprise updates: a ban on SMSFs borrowing to buy residential property, and a new minimum tax on discretionary trusts that had the estate planning world in a spin. In this episode we'll discuss: 💸 What an SMSF actually is, and how it differs from a regular super fund 💸 What an L...

"Is it too late to start investing in your 30s?" We get this question a lot. Your income typically goes up in your 30s. But so does everything else. Mortgages, kids, ageing parents, a lifestyle that somehow keeps pace with the payrise. In this episode, Tash and Ana unpack what investing actually looks like once life gets more complicated, and why this decade might need to be one of your most inten...

Most people see the highlight reel. But what does it actually cost to put your life online? In this episode, Tash pulls back the curtain on what it's really like to be a public figure in the personal finance space. From the opportunities that come with sharing your story, to the criticism, the privacy trade-offs, and the moments that make you question whether it's all worth it, this one gets hones...

In today's ep, Tash is joined with Emma from The Broke Generation to unpack a juicy reddit dilemma: a couple in their early 30s, one-year-old in tow, are weighing up whether to sell both their Sydney properties and start fresh in Melbourne, debt-free. On the surface it sounds like a clean trade: ditch the debt, escape jobs they hate, and buy back time for family, travel, and a slower pace of life....

Jetstar can be one of the cheapest ways to fly in Australia, but the hidden fees have a way of cancelling out those savings fast. In this episode, Tash and Hayden (Co-Founder and also most frugal person at pearler) break down the best tricks to get around Jetstar's baggage rules and spend your money on way more fun things. 💃🏻 They cover: 💸 Why your bag choice matters more than you think 💸 Timi...

In today's episode, economist and commentator Evan Lucas joins Ana to unpack some of the biggest forces shaping the Australian economy right now. From AI and the jobs market to the federal budget and what the CGT changes actually mean for everyday investors. In this episode, they cover: 💸 Why AI is an enhancer, not just an efficiency tool 💸 The industrial revolution comparison: what history says...

Already feeling stressed about EOFY and tax time? We’ve got you covered. In this episode, Ana sits down with Julian from Mauro to break down what you actually need to know and action before 30 June. From dodgy deductions to sole trader traps, this one is packed with practical tips whether you're an employee, investor, or building something on the side. In this episode, they cover: 💸 The most comm...

A first home buyer posted on the Oz Finance subreddit convinced that rising interest rates were about to swallow 84% of their income. The maths looked terrifying. The only problem wast that it was completely wrong. Tash and Emma from The Broke Generation are back together again to break down exactly where this buyer's calculations fell apart, and why it's far more common than you'd think. In this...

Relying on a single income stream has always carried risk, but in today's rapidly shifting economic landscape, it might be riskier than ever. In this episode, Ana sits down Melissa Browne - entrepreneur, author, and founder of the 'Her Wealth Her Way' conference. Mel has lived through serious financial hardship and come out the other side with a very clear philosophy on how to build resilienc...

Most of us know we should be paying more attention to our super. But knowing and doing are very different things.  In this episode, we're joined by Anne McLennan from Vanguard to break down the seven personas that explain why so many Australians stay stuck when it comes to their super, and what to actually do about it. Some of us are panickers, some of us are procrastinators, and some of us a...

What happens when you've ticked all the boxes on paper but still feel like something's off? In this episode, Tash and Ana chat with Jasmine, who found herself seemingly successful in her 20s by most measures, but still deeply unfulfilled. Rather than walking away from her income, she did something smarter with it. They get into: How growing up with two very different money "role models" shaped Jas...

What does it actually look like to own a franchise business, and can it stack up financially against a traditional career path? In this episode, Tash & Ana sit down with Angelica, a Baker's Delight franchisee & business owner who purchased her first bakery at 21 after first being a Baker's Delight employee. They get into: 🥐 How she structured the purchase and why she prefers buying existi...

This week, Tash sits down with Emma from 'The Broke Generation' to get honest about how spending quietly shifts as income grows. From Ubers replacing public transport to $120 moisturisers feeling somehow reasonable, they unpack the small decisions that add up faster than most people realise. 👉🏼 Why big fixed costs like a mortgage can make small splurges feel practically invisible 👉🏼 The anchor...

Australia's housing crisis isn't going away, and the government's latest budget announcements have left a lot of people with more questions than answers. In this episode, Tash sits down with Minister for Housing Clare O'Neil to get into the detail behind the headlines, and find out what these policy shifts actually mean for everyday Australians trying to get ahead. Tash asks Clare: 👉🏼 What the g...

Australia's latest federal budget has landed, and there's a lot to unpack. In this bonus episode, Tash sits down with Treasurer Jim Chalmers to get straight to the questions that actually matter for everyday investors, homeowners, and anyone (trying) to build wealth or just survive in the current economy. Tash asks Jim: 👉🏼 Who gets left behind under the new CGT rules 👉🏼 Whether we're still inc...

The Federal Budget has dropped some of the most significant proposed changes to Australian investment strategy in decades, and if you own property, hold assets in a trust, or are planning your wealth-building approach, this one is worth paying attention to. Tash & Ana break down exactly what's on the table, including what Tash saw firsthand at the budget lock-up in Parliament House before the...

It's the age-old investing debate, and there's still no clean answer. In this episode, we get into the real nuts and bolts of property versus shares, and why the "right" choice might have less to do with the numbers than you think. We cover why property's leverage advantage comes with strings attached, how the Australian tax system quietly tilts the playing field through negative gearing and CGT e...

If you’re in your 20s, investing can feel like one of those things you’ll just "deal with later" (honestly, we get it). In this episode, we’re chatting about why your 20s can be the most powerful decade to get started and why you might not have to invest as much as you think. Tash and Ana also chat about some non-monetary experiences that they think are worth chasing in your 20s. Plus, Ana shares...

In this episode, Ana & Tash are joined by Rebecca Pope from Vanguard to bust some of the most common myths around superannuation. Because super isn't just for people close to retirement, and the decisions you make today can have a massive impact on your final balance. They'll cover: 👉🏼 Why "I'll think about super later" is one of the most costly mistakes you can make 👉🏼 The fee myth: why l...

Everyone tells you to 'speak to an advisor' when making big money decisions, but with financial advice often starting in the thousands, it's not exactly accessible to the average person. It's no surprise that more and more people are turning to AI to help them plan, model and make sense of their money. In this episode, Tash and Ana unpack their honest thoughts on AI and personal finance. How they...

In this replay episode, Tash and Ana are joined by Maddie Walton (@moneyloungeau) to explore practical ways to increase your borrowing capacity and avoid common pitfalls. Before diving in, the trio shares their money wins and losses, including Maddie’s exciting launch party celebration and smart holiday hacks. Maddie breaks down the key factors banks consider when evaluating borrowing capacity: in...

How does a 31-year-old paramedic on a healthcare salary build a $3.8m property portfolio? In this episode, we’re diving deep into the math, the mindset, and the exact mechanics of building a portfolio with a 'normal' job. In this episode, we'll discuss: How he got past the 2 property bottleneck where most investors get stuck How Aidan leveraged a standard salary and existing equity to fund his por...

When Jack first started making content about politics and social issues, he realised something pretty quickly. Everyone cared, everyone was stressed, and no one knew where to start. Housing, climate, inequality, mental health… it all felt like one giant, overwhelming swirl. In this replay episode, Jack shares why he thinks hope is actually a super practical tool and why we could all use a bit more...