Australian Finance Podcast
Rask
The Australian Finance Podcast is your guide to sorting out your finances, one episode at a time. Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer, & Gemma Mitchell, Senior Financial Adviser, bring you actionable strategies and knowledge that you can put into practice today. Save money, invest better and live life on your terms.~~New to the show? We recommend that you head back to our Starter Pack series of the podcast in Jan/Feb 2024, to get your head around some really important concepts! More advanced listeners might enjoy our other show, The Australian Investors Podcast.~~SHOW NOTES: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast/~~DISCLAIMER: The information in this podcast series is general financial information/advice only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms of Service and Financial Services Guide on www.rask.com.au/fsg.
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Feb 26, 2024 • 46min
I want to buy a property in 2024 (step-by-step guide)
Expert buyer's agent provides a step-by-step guide on buying a property in 2024, avoiding costly mistakes. Discusses personalized financial advice, property brief development, navigating real estate agents, enhancing property offers for competition, and building a supportive network. Emphasizes the importance of thorough research, engaging with brokers, securing pre-approval, and evaluating offers for successful property investments.
Feb 22, 2024 • 52min
Improving our personal finances, refundable bookings and Poor Charlie's Almanack [Money & Chill]
On Money & Chill, hosts discuss improving their finances, latest money hacks, and summer reads. They cover investing with Owen, mortgage broking, property coaching, and more. Also, they touch on utility plan options, travel tips, outsourcing household chores, financial planning insights, valuable book recommendations, and insights from 'Poor Charlie's Almanack'.
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Feb 21, 2024 • 41min
10 things that are worth spending money on
The podcast discusses what's worth spending money on, including quality food for joy and health, enhancing experiences through shared events, investing in education for personal growth, proactive health investments, the joy of book collection and sharing, setting automatic rules for decision-making, and the value of investing in experts for better outcomes.
Feb 19, 2024 • 45min
Should Owen use equity from his property to buy a farm? Mortgage Broker Chris Bates explains the pros and cons of equity release
Australia's #1 Mortgage Broker Chris Bates discusses equity release, debt recycling, side hustles vs. pay rises, and leveraging property equity for investment. Topics include navigating tightened borrowing capacities, considerations for borrowing with new business income, and maximizing opportunities with property equity. The conversation also explores using property equity to invest in shares and offers tips on making smart financial decisions.
Feb 15, 2024 • 40min
Couple Goals: Navigating money conversations in a relationship with Nicole Haddow
Nicole Haddow, author of Couple Goals, shares insights on handling finances in a new relationship, discussing challenges, merged finances, and equal footing. They also explore money conflicts, merging lives and homes, and the importance of having difficult money conversations. The podcast emphasizes open communication, compromise, and normalizing financial discussions in relationships.
Feb 12, 2024 • 49min
Q&A: Am I a good investor, building an ethical portfolio & currency hedging
The podcast covers topics such as ETF investing, ethical portfolio building, currency hedging, importance of maintaining a watch list, obtaining financial advice, diversification, calculating ETF value, considering dividends in share market performance, exploring green bonds, determining values for ethical investing, and Q&A wrap-up with an expert panel.
Feb 8, 2024 • 39min
Cost of living up, savings down & investing on a budget (Owen’s market update)
In this podcast, Chief Investment Officer Owen Rask gives an update on the economy, inflation, interest rates, and household savings data. They discuss the importance of long-term investing, the impact of rising costs of living, and strategies to mitigate these costs. They also touch on household savings, meal planning for savings, and offer resource recommendations.
Feb 6, 2024 • 54min
Q&A: picking a broker, cash ETFs vs term deposits and getting out of the rental market [BONUS]
Financial adviser Alex Luck answers listener questions about property and bank accounts offsets, strategies to reduce taxable income and pay fair share of taxes, timing and borrowing capacity when using super saver scheme, factors to consider when choosing a brokerage and custodial agreements, usability of different brokerage accounts and benefits of long-term focused platforms, choosing a broker and investing in cash ETFs over term deposits, and reflection and strategic planning for investing during the holiday season.
Feb 4, 2024 • 48min
1 BIG money goal for 2024
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the importance of setting achievable financial goals and strategies for achieving them. They emphasize the need for reflection and breaking down goals into actionable steps. They also address the challenges of adjusting goals and the importance of communication and compromise. The hosts highlight the benefits of setting one big money goal and finding accountability partners, as well as tools and resources for goal tracking.
Feb 1, 2024 • 45min
2 ways to start your own small business in 2024
Owen Rask shares two ways to start a small business this year, highlighting the positive impact it can have on your career. They explore different quadrants for small business success, discuss the societal benefits of businesses, and weigh the benefits and risks of starting your own business. The hosts wrap up the episode by promoting Rask Education and emphasizing the importance of consulting a financial planner.
