Australian Finance Podcast

What’s the weirdest way you’ve ever saved money?As a self-described professional tight-arse, today’s guest has tried every possible way to cut his bills and save money. Joel Gibson is Australia's #1 bill-buster, a regular media commentator and the author of Easy Money, 7 Steps to Bust Your Bills.Joel joins Kate Campbell in the studio to share his top tips for crushing your household bills and saving money in 2023.***Access the show notes for The Australian Finance Podcast: www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast🌏 Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our fantastic money & investing courses (think ETFs, shares, property and FIRE) on Rask Education.🙋🏽‍♀️ ASK A QUESTION: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00If you want to thank us for putting this show together, please give The Australian Finance Podcast a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it’s a 5-second task that really helps support the show (and puts a big smile on our faces).Pearler, the broker for long-term investors. Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/PearlerWe're proudly supported by Global X ETFs. Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs on the Global X website: https://bit.ly/gx-fundsBoost your investment potential with FundLater. With InvestSMART's Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio with only $4,000 upfront. Find out how: rask.com.au/inv-fundlaterInvesting Made Simple. Thanks to InvestSMART's ready-made ETF portfolios, you can start investing now in a portfolio managed by experts. Not only that, you can invest confidently, knowing your investment fees are capped. Learn more: rask.com.au/inv-pmaDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser.Full individual disclosures for each guest are available via the show notes page. Owen, Kate and The Rask Group Pty Ltd do NOT receive anything for mentioning Super funds, products, shares, bank accounts, etc.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you invested in companies and products you don’t understand?Don't worry; we've all been there!Continuing on from Wednesday's episode, Kate & Owen share another five money mistakes investors commonly make and how to avoid them. This includes:👀 Assuming every asset always goes up (it doesn't)👀 Get rich quick schemes👀 Giving in too soon or changing strategy in the short-termDon't forget to listen to Part 1, which was released on Wednesday.***Access the show notes for The Australian Finance Podcast: www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast🌏 Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our fantastic money & investing courses (think ETFs, shares, property and FIRE) on Rask Education.🙋🏽‍♀️ ASK A QUESTION: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00If you want to thank us for putting this show together, please give The Australian Finance Podcast a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it’s a 5-second task that really helps support the show (and puts a big smile on our faces).Pearler, the broker for long-term investors. Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/PearlerWe're proudly supported by Global X ETFs. Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs on the Global X website: https://bit.ly/gx-fundsBoost your investment potential with FundLater. With InvestSMART's Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio with only $4,000 upfront. Find out how: rask.com.au/inv-fundlaterInvesting Made Simple. Thanks to InvestSMART's ready-made ETF portfolios, you can start investing now in a portfolio managed by experts. Not only that, you can invest confidently, knowing your investment fees are capped. Learn more: rask.com.au/inv-pmaDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser.Full individual disclosures for each guest are available via the show notes page. Owen, Kate and The Rask Group Pty Ltd do NOT receive anything for mentioning Super funds, products, shares, bank accounts, etc.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As investors, many things keep us from getting started, including the fear of making mistakes.So, in today’s episode, Kate & Owen are rounding up five common mistakes we see investors making with their money and how to avoid them. This includes:👀 Investing without a plan and decision-making process👀 Following the hype👀 Becoming a collector of investmentsStay tuned for Part 2 of this episode on Friday 💸***Access the show notes for The Australian Finance Podcast: www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast🌏 Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our fantastic money & investing courses (think ETFs, shares, property and FIRE) on Rask Education.🙋🏽‍♀️ ASK A QUESTION: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00If you want to thank us for putting this show together, please give The Australian Finance Podcast a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it’s a 5-second task that really helps support the show (and puts a big smile on our faces).Pearler, the broker for long-term investors. Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/PearlerWe're proudly supported by Global X ETFs. Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs on the Global X website: https://bit.ly/gx-fundsBoost your investment potential with FundLater. With InvestSMART's Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio with only $4,000 upfront. Find out how: rask.com.au/inv-fundlaterInvesting Made Simple. Thanks to InvestSMART's ready-made ETF portfolios, you can start investing now in a portfolio managed by experts. Not only that, you can invest confidently, knowing your investment fees are capped. Learn more: rask.com.au/inv-pmaDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser.Full individual disclosures for each guest are available via the show notes page. Owen, Kate and The Rask Group Pty Ltd do NOT receive anything for mentioning Super funds, products, shares, bank accounts, etc.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes to make time for what matters, we need to give things up.The average human lifespan is undoubtedly brief, but that doesn't mean we can't make the most of it. With approximately four thousand weeks on earth, if you live to 80, Oliver Burkeman shares his insights on improving our relationship with time and embracing the finite nature of our lives.Oliver joins Kate Campbell on the show to talk about:⏳ Why four thousand weeks?⏳ How do we embrace the fact that our time is finite?⏳ How to deal with procrastination in a digitally distracted world?⏳ When can effort and inconvenience enrich our experiences?⏳ How do you view the idea of balance, rest and work?***Access the show notes for The Australian Finance Podcast: www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast🌏 Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our fantastic money & investing courses (think ETFs, shares, property and FIRE) on Rask Education.🙋🏽‍♀️ ASK A QUESTION: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00If you want to thank us for putting this show together, please give The Australian Finance Podcast a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it’s a 5-second task that really helps support the show (and puts a big smile on our faces).Pearler, the broker for long-term investors. Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/PearlerWe're proudly supported by Global X ETFs. Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs on the Global X website: https://bit.ly/gx-fundsBoost your investment potential with FundLater. With InvestSMART's Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio with only $4,000 upfront. Find out how: rask.com.au/inv-fundlaterInvesting Made Simple. Thanks to InvestSMART's ready-made ETF portfolios, you can start investing now in a portfolio managed by experts. Not only that, you can invest confidently, knowing your investment fees are capped. Learn more: rask.com.au/inv-pmaDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser.Full individual disclosures for each guest are available via the show notes page. Owen, Kate and The Rask Group Pty Ltd do NOT receive anything for mentioning Super funds, products, shares, bank accounts, etc.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's happening in the Australian job market right now?SEEK senior economist Matt Cowgill gives Kate Campbell an update on wage growth and how to earn more, the unemployment rate & the future of work.***Access the show notes for The Australian Finance Podcast: www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast🌏 Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our fantastic money & investing courses (think ETFs, shares, property and FIRE) on Rask Education.🙋🏽‍♀️ ASK A QUESTION: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00If you want to thank us for putting this show together, please give The Australian Finance Podcast a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it’s a 5-second task that really helps support the show (and puts a big smile on our faces).Pearler, the broker for long-term investors. Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/PearlerWe're proudly supported by Global X ETFs. Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs on the Global X website: https://bit.ly/gx-fundsBoost your investment potential with FundLater. With InvestSMART's Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio with only $4,000 upfront. Find out how: rask.com.au/inv-fundlaterInvesting Made Simple. Thanks to InvestSMART's ready-made ETF portfolios, you can start investing now in a portfolio managed by experts. Not only that, you can invest confidently, knowing your investment fees are capped. Learn more: rask.com.au/inv-pmaDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser.Full individual disclosures for each guest are available via the show notes page. Owen, Kate and The Rask Group Pty Ltd do NOT receive anything for mentioning Super funds, products, shares, bank accounts, etc.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Skipped Econ 101 at university and wondering what on earth is going on with the RBA, interest rates and inflation?Never fear! In this episode (which originally aired on the Investors Podcast earlier this year), Owen & Drew cover the 5 most important things (plus some) for anyone learning about economics.***Access the show notes for The Australian Finance Podcast: www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast🌏 Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our fantastic money & investing courses (think ETFs, shares, property and FIRE) on Rask Education.🙋🏽‍♀️ ASK A QUESTION: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00If you want to thank us for putting this show together, please give The Australian Finance Podcast a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it’s a 5-second task that really helps support the show (and puts a big smile on our faces).Pearler, the broker for long-term investors. Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/PearlerWe're proudly supported by Global X ETFs. Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs on the Global X website: https://bit.ly/gx-fundsBoost your investment potential with FundLater. With InvestSMART's Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio with only $4,000 upfront. Find out how: rask.com.au/inv-fundlaterInvesting Made Simple. Thanks to InvestSMART's ready-made ETF portfolios, you can start investing now in a portfolio managed by experts. Not only that, you can invest confidently, knowing your investment fees are capped. Learn more: rask.com.au/inv-pmaDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser.Full individual disclosures for each guest are available via the show notes page. Owen, Kate and The Rask Group Pty Ltd do NOT receive anything for mentioning Super funds, products, shares, bank accounts, etc.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How would you use $1,000 to increase your happiness?Kate & Owen pose this question to Emma Edwards of The Broke Generation, who takes a deep dive into our financial behaviour and how to improve our relationship with money.Emma also shares her thoughts on:💸 Improving our financial wellbeing💸 Enjoying the journey to our money goals💸 Our invisible money rules💸 Her spending review process💸 Dealing with financial comparison***Access the show notes for The Australian Finance Podcast: www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast🌏 Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our fantastic money & investing courses (think ETFs, shares, property and FIRE) on Rask Education.🙋🏽‍♀️ ASK A QUESTION: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00If you want to thank us for putting this show together, please give The Australian Finance Podcast a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it’s a 5-second task that really helps support the show (and puts a big smile on our faces).Pearler, the broker for long-term investors. Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/PearlerWe're proudly supported by Global X ETFs. Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs on the Global X website: https://bit.ly/gx-fundsBoost your investment potential with FundLater. With InvestSMART's Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio with only $4,000 upfront. Find out how: rask.com.au/inv-fundlaterInvesting Made Simple. Thanks to InvestSMART's ready-made ETF portfolios, you can start investing now in a portfolio managed by experts. Not only that, you can invest confidently, knowing your investment fees are capped. Learn more: rask.com.au/inv-pmaDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser.Full individual disclosures for each guest are available via the show notes page. Owen, Kate and The Rask Group Pty Ltd do NOT receive anything for mentioning Super funds, products, shares, bank accounts, etc.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The RBA raised interest rates again this week - what's going on?In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate Campbell & Owen Rask discuss what's happening in the world of interest rates and inflation and what this means for your finances.Plus, we discuss actionable ways to combat inflation and feel in control of your finances right now.***Access the show notes for The Australian Finance Podcast: www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast🌏 Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our fantastic money & investing courses (think ETFs, shares, property and FIRE) on Rask Education.🙋🏽‍♀️ ASK A QUESTION: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00If you want to thank us for putting this show together, please give The Australian Finance Podcast a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it’s a 5-second task that really helps support the show (and puts a big smile on our faces).Pearler, the broker for long-term investors. Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/PearlerWe're proudly supported by Global X ETFs. Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs on the Global X website: https://bit.ly/gx-fundsBoost your investment potential with FundLater. With InvestSMART's Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio with only $4,000 upfront. Find out how: rask.com.au/inv-fundlaterInvesting Made Simple. Thanks to InvestSMART's ready-made ETF portfolios, you can start investing now in a portfolio managed by experts. Not only that, you can invest confidently, knowing your investment fees are capped. Learn more: rask.com.au/inv-pmaDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser.Full individual disclosures for each guest are available via the show notes page. Owen, Kate and The Rask Group Pty Ltd do NOT receive anything for mentioning Super funds, products, shares, bank accounts, etc.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Managed funds are the world's most important investment vehicle... that you've never heard of - until now!This bonus episode on The Australian Finance Podcast original appeared as part of the Summer Series 2023 on The Australian Investors Podcast.In this special episode, analyst Owen Rask and financial planner Drew Meredith, CFP dig into everything you need to know about managed funds. What are managed funds? What should you be looking for? Are managed funds the same as index funds? Resources: Ask a question Australian Investors Podcast - Apple Podcasts Australian Investors Podcast - Spotify Australian Investors Podcast - Google Podcasts ***Access the show notes for The Australian Finance Podcast: www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast🌏 Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our fantastic money & investing courses (think ETFs, shares, property and FIRE) on Rask Education.🙋🏽‍♀️ ASK A QUESTION: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00If you want to thank us for putting this show together, please give The Australian Finance Podcast a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it’s a 5-second task that really helps support the show (and puts a big smile on our faces).Pearler, the broker for long-term investors. Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/PearlerWe're proudly supported by Global X ETFs. Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs on the Global X website: https://bit.ly/gx-fundsBoost your investment potential with FundLater. With InvestSMART's Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio with only $4,000 upfront. Find out how: rask.com.au/inv-fundlaterInvesting Made Simple. Thanks to InvestSMART's ready-made ETF portfolios, you can start investing now in a portfolio managed by experts. Not only that, you can invest confidently, knowing your investment fees are capped. Learn more: rask.com.au/inv-pmaDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser.Full individual disclosures for each guest are available via the show notes page. Owen, Kate and The Rask Group Pty Ltd do NOT receive anything for mentioning Super funds, products, shares, bank accounts, etc.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we’re cracking open the podcast question box to riff on some of the questions you’ve asked us recently.In this episode, Kate, Owen and financial adviser Drew Meredith cover a whole heap of different topics in a relaxed style, including:💸 Franking credits 101💸 Dividend Reinvestment plans (DRPs)💸 How to find our show notes💸 Paying tax on ETFs💸 Are 1% ongoing advice fees normal?💸 Ways to add money to super💸 Getting started on your personal finance journey at 30Remember to send your questions our way for our next Q&A sessionContact Drew: Financial Planning | Rask + Wattle Partners***Access the show notes for The Australian Finance Podcast: www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast🌏 Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our fantastic money & investing courses (think ETFs, shares, property and FIRE) on Rask Education.🙋🏽‍♀️ ASK A QUESTION: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00If you want to thank us for putting this show together, please give The Australian Finance Podcast a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it’s a 5-second task that really helps support the show (and puts a big smile on our faces).Pearler, the broker for long-term investors. Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/PearlerWe're proudly supported by Global X ETFs. Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs on the Global X website: https://bit.ly/gx-fundsBoost your investment potential with FundLater. With InvestSMART's Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio with only $4,000 upfront. Find out how: rask.com.au/inv-fundlaterInvesting Made Simple. Thanks to InvestSMART's ready-made ETF portfolios, you can start investing now in a portfolio managed by experts. Not only that, you can invest confidently, knowing your investment fees are capped. Learn more: rask.com.au/inv-pmaDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser.Full individual disclosures for each guest are available via the show notes page. Owen, Kate and The Rask Group Pty Ltd do NOT receive anything for mentioning Super funds, products, shares, bank accounts, etc.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices