Get Rich Slow Club

In this episode, Brooke from @brooko_moves shares her honest and often hilarious journey from Sydney to Perth, detailing her struggles and strategies in saving for a first home amidst a skyrocketing property market. From parking fine disasters to house-hunting misadventures and saving hacks involving Aldi and Qantas points, Brooke brings real talk and real laughs to the reality of buying property...

Not all partners have the same philosophy when it comes to finances. Some embrace budgets like a life raft; others avoid them as if they’re playing the life admin version of “the floor is lava.” For this reason, many couples quite understandably sort any money discussions into the “too hard” basket. Here’s the thing, though. Conversations about money are like the expired leftovers you ignore in th...

Tash and Ana are joined by author and financial educator Lacey Filipich to break down the philosophy behind the conventional work week. Thanks solely to Dolly Parton, the 9-to-5 work week receives much more goodwill than it deserves. And sure, it serves all sorts of purported purposes – it maximises productivity, boosts the economy, et cetera, et cetera. But… is that REALLY still the case? After a...

Ana chats to Frances Cook, a financial journalist and host of Making Cents about the underrated power of small, set-and-forget money moves, especially when it comes to retirement. They talk about building “f-you money” so you can live life on your terms, having a fallback that isn’t debt, and how financial stress can impact your ability to think clearly and plan ahead. Frances also unpacks how som...

The media isn’t always kind to people who are saving a first home deposit. When interest rates are high, headlines assert that “mortgages are out of reach for first home buyers”. When they’re low, those same news outlets claim that “house prices are surging faster than first home buyers can save.” No matter what happens in the market, the only constant is a press-induced sense of hopelessness. To...

Buying a home is a major milestone — but is it always the smartest financial move? In this episode, Tash and Ana are joined by author and financial educator Lacey Filipich to unpack one of the biggest dilemmas facing Aussies today: should you rent or buy? With the cost of home ownership climbing and rental markets tightening, this decision is about more than just numbers. The trio explore the pros...

Menopause is a topic that doesn’t receive nearly as much attention as it should in our society. It sadly isn’t a surprise, then, that its impact on personal finances is seldom discussed in public forums. This Get Rich Slow episode seeks to change that. In this session, Tash and Ana are joined by ex-financial advisor, ex-accountant and now financial educator, Mel Browne. Together, the three discuss...

Many questions in the Get Rich Slow journey can be deep and profound. “How comfortable am I with risk?”, “How should I decide between saving and investing?”, and “How much do I need to retire comfortably?” are all common queries. Every now and then, though, it can be the simplest choices which are the most powerful. In this episode, Tash and Ana debate whether Tash should buy a thermomix. On one h...

The End of Financial Year may not be a highlight in your calendar, but it’s worth marking. Whether you’re contributing to super, saving for a home, or contributing to shares or ETFs, EOFY can make a difference to your plans. For starters, depending on how you invest, 30 June may warrant some obligations from you. But much more excitingly, it can also create some opportunities to make the most of y...

If you’ve listened to this podcast before, you’ll know the Get Rich Slow Club likes ETFs. Another thing the Club often talks about? Dividends. It was only a matter of time, then, before we landed at an episode like this. Join the hosts with the most (passion about sensible long-term investing) as they examine the five most popular high-dividend ETFs within the Pearler community . May this session...

Look, no-one wants to talk about their own will. It pretty much ties with “politics at family gatherings” and “ice-breakers in the workplace” for topics we’d rather avoid. However, writing your own will in advance won’t just spare your family some administrative headaches. It can also save them money – thousands, as this episode’s title rightly suggests. In this session, the Get Rich Slow Club exp...

Superannuation is a lot like your spleen: you spend most of your life not thinking about it, but when you need it, you’re THRILLED it exists. And if super is like a spleen, then EOFY is much like a checkup. Or a detox. Or a… spleen upgrade of some kind… …alright, so this metaphor has lost its thread a bit. HOWEVER, the key point is this: the leadup to EOFY is an opportunity to make the most of you...

Listed Investment Companies (LICs) have a devoted following within the long-term investing community. However, conversations on social media and podcasts often focus on exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Of course, no asset is going to be perfect for EVERY investor, as goals and preferences change between people. However, along with a range of other investing vehicles, the Get Rich Slow Club believes t...

“Financial Independence, Retire Early” – or “FIRE” – is a concept that Tash and Ana have discussed a few times. And I mean, come on – it sounds pretty amazing, no? Asking whether you would like a FIRE’d future is sort of like asking if you’d like to win the lottery. Who would say no if given the chance? In truth, though, reaching FIRE status requires an entire lifestyle. Some people love the chall...

Between all the headlines and fear-mongering clickbait, it can be hard to know what’s actually happening in Australia’s housing market. One of the aims of this podcast, however, is to bring you the most objective, data-driven insights possible. And sure, we won’t find a Rosetta Stone for the housing market in a single episode – but the more we explore property trends, the more we’ll understand the...

You know that expression “Your network is your net worth”? Yeah, we find it a bit cringe-y as well. With that said, this Get Rich Slow Club session puts a whole new spin on it. Join Tash and Ana as they discuss how your social circle can impact your personal finance habits. In their conversation, they cover the powerful influence of money-minded friends; the importance of shame-free money conversa...

If you’re listening to this podcast, you’re probably pretty committed to managing your money. Even so, it’s normal to become stuck in a money rut from time to time. It happens to the best of us, and it often only requires patience and consistency to escape. Other ruts, though, might require a complete overhaul. You know those times: you’ve been coasting by on autopilot, and at some point you lost...

We think it’s preeeeetty fair to say that we like talking about investing on this podcast. Of course, there’s a reason we have these conversations: by investing, we hope to propel ourselves towards the lives we want. However, many people spend so much time and energy working that they forget to pursue their dreams. That’s why, in this episode, we’re taking a step back and asking you to examine you...

In a past episode, Tash and Ana explored whether private health care is actually worth it in Australia . If you missed that session, we recommend you start there, as it informs what the duo discuss here. … All caught up? Great! This time around, Tash and Ana explore methods of keeping health insurance cost-effective in Australia. For anyone with a keen eye, we’re happy to confirm your suspicions:...

At the Get Rich Slow Club, we've been honoured to host some of Australia’s leading politicians. Having said that, it can sometimes pay to bring a healthy dose of skepticism to the political landscape. There are few commentators in Australia who embody this philosophy quite like this episode’s guest. Konrad Benjamin created Punter’s Politics as a platform to navigate the divisive world of Australia...

In a podcast about money, budgeting, and long-term investing, an interview with the National Treasurer is a pretty big deal. That’s why the Get Rich Slow Club is properly stoked to be hosting this special guest. In this session, Tash and Ana speak with Treasurer Jim Chalmers about Australia’s income, where our taxes go, and how Chalmers’ team decides what goes into the Budget. They also talk about...

Independent MP Allegra Spender has made a name for herself as an advocate of climate action and gender equality. Having won the seat of Wentworth in the 2022 Federal Election, Spender is at the forefront of the Teal movement. Prior to her career in politics, Spender worked as a corporate executive, management consultant, and CEO for an education charity. In this Get Rich Slow Club episode, Tash sp...

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, and not everyone receives the care that they should. Even so, if you’re uninsured and face a life-threatening injury, your treatment generally won’t leave you bankrupt. So with all of this in mind,...

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 Aussies, and super funds have a history of hitting us with hidden fees. So, if these problems pose such issues, why isn’t anyone doing something about it? In this episode, Tash and Ana speak to someone from...

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 others, it will conjure visions of a beach, a deck chair, and a cocktail with a pointy umbrella. Regardless of how it looks in your daydreams, one thing remains certain: early retirement won’t happen...