Get Rich Slow Club

It’s an inescapable truth that the Australian shares market can sway under the influence of the US. Beyond the close ties between both nations, there’s also the fact that America maintains the largest economy in the world. It’s understandable, then, that Aussie investors may have panicked at the news lately. With a fluctuating tech sector, a rapid shift in policies, and the looming threat of tarif...

On this podcast, we’ve spent a lot of time talking about exchange-traded funds (ETFs). We’ve discussed popular ETFs , compared ETFs with managed funds , and examined which ETFs investors like to buy together . But if you’d like to roll the discussion back to what an ETF actually is, we’ve got you covered. In this episode, Tash and Ana cover the ABCs of ETFs. From “how do they work?” to “why do peo...

Celebrating your romance, your friendship, or yourself can be a real joy. It can also be expensive. Restaurants are more pricey than ever, live events have been struck by inflation, and don’t get us started on the cost of flowers. Of course, none of this is to say that you shouldn’t spend on dates if you want to. But if you’re looking for some budget-friendly inspiration, we’ve got you covered. In...

Investing legend Warren Buffett isn’t shy in his praise for index funds. For decades now, Buffett has insisted that most investors are best served by buying a low-cost index fund over shares. At the Get Rich Slow Club, we’re bullish on index funds as well – which is why we discuss them so often. But if you’re new to investing, you might not be entirely sure what an index fund actually is. Like “sy...

For those who live the long-term investing life, Dividend Time is like the Grand Final Week of a favoured sport. They’ll likely talk about it for days on end, and keep excitedly proclaiming details that non-investors don’t really care about. The reason dividends can evoke such joy is because they offer a reward for your discipline. But while long-term investors usually agree that dividends are gre...

It’s one of the first things you’ll hear about when you decide to invest in Australia. But have you ever wondered what the ASX actually is? You’re not alone – research suggests that 76% of Australians don’t fully grasp the working details of the Australian Securities Exchange. …okay, so we may have fabricated that figure. Even so, for such a focal institution, it isn’t always the easiest to unders...

If you’ve never read it before, the Computershare ETF Insights Report might sound like the kind of thing a financial adviser might read when they can’t sleep. In reality, it’s a useful tool that breaks down investing trends around ETFs . That’s why Tash and Ana have devoted this Get Rich Slow Club episode to exploring its findings. From “one in five Aussies hold ETFs” to “48% don’t because they do...

Tash and Ana chat with Brandon from New Money about Warren Buffett's enduring investment strategies. They explore if his value investing approach, built on four pillars—business understanding, competitive advantage, skilled management, and margin of safety—remains relevant in today's market. Brandon shares insights on Buffett's legendary 20% annual returns since 1965 and his cautious moves during...

In this 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: income, e...

In this episode of Get Rich Slow Club, Tash chats with Tom, a property investor and finance enthusiast working in Western Australia. Tom shares his inspiring money journey, starting with his first property purchase at the age of 19, and how his upbringing in a frugal Greek-Australian household instilled valuable financial principles. Tom discusses the financial perks of working in remote areas, fr...

In this episode of Get Rich Slow Club, Tash and Ana welcome back Maddie Walton, a dynamic mortgage broker from Money Lounge (@moneylounge) to demystify the world of home loans. Maddie dives into the differences between fixed and variable interest rates, along with the role of offset accounts, offering valuable insights for anyone navigating the property market. The conversation explores how broker...

In this episode, Tash and Ana welcome Karen Eley, a former financial advisor turned money coach, who helps individuals overcome money blocks and build healthier financial habits. Karen shares her journey from managing investments to diving deep into the psychology of money, helping clients uncover the hidden beliefs that impact their financial decisions. Karen opens up about her own money story, i...

Maddie Walton (@moneywithmaddie, @moneyloungeau) returns to the Get Rich Slow Club podcast to share her fascinating money journey. Known for her transparency, Maddie openly discusses her financial wins and losses, including her earnings, investments, and strategies. Tash and Maddie explore Maddie’s early money experiences, from saving coins as a child to her determination to purchase a house by ag...

In this episode of Get Rich Slow Club , Tash and Ana dive into the top 10 most popular ETFs on Pearler for 2024.  Tash and Ana break down each ETF, starting with thematic options like the ACDC Battery Tech & Lithium ETF and progressing through diversified picks such as VDHG. They highlight essential details like management fees, dividend yields, and how these investments fit into broader...

Tash and Ana dive into their 2025 goals and resolutions in this episode of Get Rich Slow Club . They share personal wins and losses, like Tash’s rainy getaway and Ana’s decision to prioritize comfort for her mom's visit. Their reflections highlight the importance of value spending and aligning financial decisions with personal priorities. In 2025, Tash is determined to purchase her next property,...

In this episode of Get Rich Slow Club, hosts Tash and Ana reflect on their key money and life lessons from 2024 while celebrating their personal and professional wins. They share recent highlights, including Tash's café outing with ocean views and Ana's excitement about finally purchasing bean bag chairs, emphasising the joy in small, intentional expenses. Gratitude and reflection emerge as centra...

In this episode of the Get Rich Slow Club , Tash and Ana chat with Keith and David from the US about their unique journeys toward Financial Independence and Early Retirement (FIRE). David is living a semi-retired lifestyle, while Keith has fully retired early. They share how small, incremental improvements can lead to significant progress over time, emphasizing the importance of focusing on consis...

Grace Brown, CEO and co-founder of Andromeda Robotics, joins Tash and Ana on this episode of Get Rich Slow Club. Grace shares her journey in creating Abby, a 110-cm humanoid companion robot designed to bring joy and connection to nursing homes and children's hospitals. With a background in mechatronics engineering, Grace brings innovation and heart to the world of social robotics. Grace explains h...

In this episode, we chat with Maddie Walton (@moneywithmaddie) a mortgage broker from @moneyloungeau to break down the concept of using equity as a powerful tool to invest in property. Learn why equity often beats saving for a cash deposit and how mortgage brokers simplify the process. If you’ve been wondering how to leverage your property’s value, this is your starting point. We dive into how equ...

This week, Owen Rask joins us to explore the big question: shares, property, or business—which has the highest potential return? Drawing from his background as a business owner and investment analyst, Owen shares insights on balancing and combining these investments for a diversified strategy. He breaks down how risk, returns, and market conditions shape decision-making in these asset classes. We...

In today’s episode of Get Rich Slow Club , we explore the differences between Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and Managed Funds, addressing the common confusion surrounding these investment options. Are they the same? Which one is better for your goals? We break it all down, helping you understand when and why you might choose one over the other. We discuss what ETFs and Managed Funds are, outlining...

This week, we chat with Rob from Tribe FI Australia about his inspiring journey from employee to business owner, taking an 18-month break to travel, and the lessons learned along the way. He shares how pursuing Financial Independence (FI) isn’t just about the money—it’s about freedom, purpose, and connection. We delve into Rob’s experience running a FIRE event with no prior expertise, emphasising...

In this episode, we dive into the question: Can a steady 5.5% savings rate beat the uncertainty of chasing 7% in shares? With Owen Rask, we debate the risk-reward trade-off and the purpose of investing when returns aren’t guaranteed. Is it worth taking the plunge, or should we play it safe? We explore fears of total market collapse and the impact of slowing population growth, with lessons from Jap...

In this episode, we chat with Peta Serras about her entrepreneurial journey. Peta shares the highs and lows of starting and running her business, the key lessons she’s learned along the way, and how she balances the demands of entrepreneurship with her personal life. It’s not always about doing more work, sometimes it’s about being more strategic with what you’re doing! Peta’s inspiring story will...

In this episode, we dive into the popular Vanguard ETFs, VAS (Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF) and VDHG (Vanguard Diversified High Growth ETF). We break down their key differences, what they offer investors, and whether combining the two is a good idea. Learn about their holdings, historical returns, and how they fit into a diversified portfolio. We also share our personal wins and challenges...