

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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Jan 19, 2023 • 30min
🍕 5 top ASX 200 ETFs for 2023 (A200, STW, VAS, IOZ & MVW)
Today Kate & Owen are unpacking the top 5 ASX 200 ETFS: A200, STW, VAS (ASX 300), IOZ & MVW (ASX 100 equal weight).Tune in as we go through some of the key details including management fees, performance and top portfolio holdings.☀️ Catch all the resources from the Summer Series in one handy Google Doc: https://bit.ly/financesummerseriesThis episode is part of our Summer Series (2023) on The Australian Finance Podcast, where we’re taking a more relaxed approach to finance. Brand new to the show? Head back to our Starter Pack Series (from Jan 2022) 💸Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our amazing 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 which 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

Jan 16, 2023 • 38min
📚 6 money, mindset & investing books for the summer | ft. Evan Lucas
Looking for some summer book recommendations? Well, we’ve got you covered in this episode.Kate, Owen & Evan Lucas share 6 money, mindset & investing books for the summer, including a few we haven’t discussed before on the show!Your Turn: Borrow one book from the library or pick an unread book off your shelf to dive into this month. Jump into our Rask Core community to let us know your pick or send us a message on socials!☀️ Catch these books and all the resources from the Summer Series in one handy Google Doc: https://bit.ly/financesummerseriesThis episode is part of our Summer Series (2023) on The Australian Finance Podcast, where we’re taking a more relaxed approach to finance. Brand new to the show? Head back to our Starter Pack Series (from Jan 2022) 💸Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our amazing 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 which 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

Jan 12, 2023 • 43min
🛒 7 ways to SAVE money on the cost of living this year | ft. Invest With Queenie
Ready to crush your savings goals in 2023?We’ve got the one and only Invest With Queenie in the studio with us today, who is the queen of savings hacks (don’t forget to check her insta). Kate, Owen & Queenie share a whole heap of ways to save on your living costs in 2023.☀️ Catch all the resources from the Summer Series in one handy Google Doc: https://bit.ly/financesummerseriesThis episode is part of our Summer Series (2023) on The Australian Finance Podcast, where we’re taking a more relaxed approach to finance. Brand new to the show? Head back to our Starter Pack Series (from Jan 2022) 💸Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our amazing 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 which 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

Jan 9, 2023 • 27min
📺 8 money & investing shows for the summer
Financial frauds, billion dollar crashes and dodgy debts…In today’s episode, Kate & Owen share 8 different money related TV shows and movies to keep you entertained this summer.☀️ Catch the full list and all the resources from the Summer Series in one handy Google Doc: https://bit.ly/financesummerseriesThis episode is part of our Summer Series (2023) on The Australian Finance Podcast, where we’re taking a more relaxed approach to finance. Brand new to the show? Head back to our Starter Pack Series (from Jan 2022) 💸Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our amazing 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 which 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

Jan 5, 2023 • 51min
👀 9 of Kate & Owen's BIGGEST money & life lessons from 2022
Ready to get deep and meaningful?Today’s episode is all about reflection and sharing some of our life and money lessons from 2022. We’ve rounded up 9 of our biggest lessons, including the importance of focusing on what you can control, investing in your mental health and using our finite amount of time with intention.After hearing about our discoveries, why not sit down and take some time reflecting on your own journey so far.Do you have any money & investing lessons to share?Let me and the Rask Core community know about it by jumping into the Community forum. It’s now only $9.99 per month to be part of Rask Core – cancel anytime!We might just share your lessons in our upcoming Money & Chill episode on The Australian Finance Podcast — stay tuned!☀️ Catch all the resources from the Summer Series in one handy Google Doc: https://bit.ly/financesummerseriesThis episode is part of our Summer Series (2023) on The Australian Finance Podcast, where we’re taking a more relaxed approach to finance. Brand new to the show? Head back to our Starter Pack Series (from Jan 2022) 💸Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our amazing 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 which 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

Jan 2, 2023 • 34min
🏠 10 most expensive suburbs in Australia | ft. Pete Wargent
Welcome to our Summer Series on the Australian Finance Podcast ☀️Over the next 10 episodes, we’ll be taking a more relaxed approach to a whole range of topics from money movies to income stocks, and we’ve got some friends of the show in the studio to join us during the month.In today’s episode we chat to property expert Pete Wargent, about the 10 most expensive suburbs in Australia, what property buyers should be keeping an eye on in 2023 and Pete’s top property tips.☀️ Catch all the resources from the Summer Series in one handy Google Doc: https://bit.ly/financesummerseriesPete’s company: BuyersBuyersReady-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our amazing 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 which 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

Dec 30, 2022 • 52min
Setting your financial goals & action plan for 2023 (FREE template)
Happy New Years 🎉Let’s set some financial goals for 2023! Whether it’s Bali, your first home or an emergency fund, let’s get motivated for the year ahead.In this episode Kate & Owen chat about reflecting on your progress over the past year, how to set goals you actually achieve in 2023 and each share one goal they’re working towards over the next 5-10 years.👀 Download our goal setting template: https://bit.ly/raskgoalsettingReady-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our amazing 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 which 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

Dec 26, 2022 • 46min
Our best bits of The Australian Finance Podcast in 2022
2022 has been a huge year and we love having the opportunity to talk to so many of the world’s best and brightest on our podcasts - it’s one of the best parts of our weeks.This episode is a little different - we’re going to share 8 short snippits from just some of our favourite guests during 2022 🎉
Highlight 1: Nir Eyal from Feb 2022 (Invest your time better with Nir Eyal)
Highlight 2: Brian Feroldi from April 2022 (Why Does The Stock Market Go Up?)
Highlight 3: Claudine Chicheportiche from March 2022 (The Psychology Behind Your Money Goals)
Highlight 4: Nick Maggiulli from April 2022 (Just Keep Buying (Investments))
Highlight 5: Effie Zahos from October 2022 (Effie Zahos: Australia’s #1 Money Expert On Budgets, Debt, Life & Relationships)
Highlight 6: Emma Edwards from April 2022 (Feel Better About Money With The Broke Generation)
Highlight 7: Dr Sam Wylie from June 2022 (Expert Q&A: Inflation, HECs, Buying A Property & Recessions)
Highlight 8: Evan Lucas from June 2022 (Investing With Less Than $5k & Building An Investor Mindset)
Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our amazing 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 which 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

Dec 22, 2022 • 48min
🎄 Rask Roadtrip, automate your money & your favourite podcasts [Money & Chill]
⚠️ Warning: This is not a serious episode, but we’ve got a whole back catalogue for that.We’re hitting the airwaves for the final Money & Chill episode of 2022 🎉 We chat about your favourite podcasts episodes during the year, some of the awesome courses we launched, our personal highlights and what’s in the pipeline for 2023.Money & Chill is a monthly segment on The Australian Finance Podcast featuring Owen, Kate and our producer Monique. We chat about the personal finance and investing news, hacks & lessons we discover during the month, along with Rask and community updates.Ready-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our amazing 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 which 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

Dec 21, 2022 • 38min
Mortgage: time to lock in your rate? Expert property advice from Chris Bates
Fixed vs variable rates in 2023?In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Kate Campbell and Owen Rask chat to award-winning mortgage broker Chris Bates, about fixed vs variable interest rates, finding quality properties and his tips for first home buyers in 2023.Find Chris Bates at Weathful: www.wealthful.com.auReady-made ETF portfolios? Rask Core has you covered!Take one of our amazing 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 which 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