

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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Nov 21, 2022 • 42min
Australia's 7 top share trading accounts for 2023 | Pearler, Stake, Selfwealth, CommSec, Sharesies, Superhero & Vanguard
What's the best share trading account? How do I pick a share brokerage? Is there a difference between HIN/CHESS brokers and what are the risks of brokers?The list of questions about brokerage accounts goes on and on and on... If you're on the hunt for a share brokerage account or share market app, you're in luck. In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask and Kate Campbell review 7 of the most popular share brokerage apps in our community.List of best share trading brokersSee where Owen invests for $9.99 per monthReady-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

Nov 17, 2022 • 40min
Let’s have a conversation about money (tips for talking to friends & family)
Why is talking about money so important?We’ve been taught from an early age that we shouldn’t talk about money, but that taboo does much more harm than good. Talking openly about our finances helps remove the culture of fear and shame that can surround money.Talking about money might feel hard right now.But not talking about it long-term will be harder.In this episode Kate & Owen discuss the importance of money conversations, some strategies to approach them with kindness and highlight the point that not everyone will learn, value or talk about money the way you do - and that’s okay!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

Nov 16, 2022 • 34min
Stocks up, travel hacks, medicare rebates [Money & Chill]
⚠️ Warning: This is not a serious episode, but we’ve got a whole back catalogue for that.In today’s conversation we’re catching up with Monique who’s returned from her European adventure, why the market is going back up and our latest money saving hacks.Tickets for our Melbourne event: www.raskmedia.com.au/eventMoney & 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/fsgDate recorded: 15th of November 2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 14, 2022 • 40min
AFIC review: Australian Foundation Investment Company (ASX: AFIC) review and LIC overview
Australian Foundation Investment Company Ltd (ASX: AFIC) is one of the most popular listed investment companies (LIC) ever. Kate Campbell and Owen Rask dive into AFIC in this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast.Full show notes & AFIC reviewKeep reading below to find out how to ask a question... Ask your finance questionRemember to keep your questions fun by giving us a silly or creative name to read out on air! ~~ Our sponsors ~~Pearler, the broker for long-term investors.Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $10 of Pearler Credit.We’re proudly supported by Global X ETFs.Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs, on the Global X ETFs website.Boost your investment potential, with FundLater.With InvestSMART’s Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio, with only $4,000 upfront. Click here to find out how.Investing 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. Click here to get started.WARNING: The information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 10, 2022 • 47min
Q&A: Retiring without a home, neobanks, ETF ‘L plates’ & choosing a broker
Australian Finance Podcast's Question & Answer session is back! Kate Campbell and Owen Rask are cracking open the finance podcast question inbox to riff on some of the finance, money nad investing questions you’ve asked us recently.In this Australian Finance Podcast episode:
Challenger banks
Retiring without a home
Why not bonds?
Internationally domiciled ETFs
ETF tax details
And broker analysis paralysis
Ask your finance questionRemember to keep your questions fun by giving us a silly or creative name to read out on air! ~~ Our sponsors ~~Pearler, the broker for long-term investors.Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $10 of Pearler Credit.We’re proudly supported by Global X ETFs.Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs, on the Global X ETFs website.Boost your investment potential, with FundLater.With InvestSMART’s Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio, with only $4,000 upfront. Click here to find out how.Investing 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. Click here to get started.WARNING: The information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 9, 2022 • 24min
How I grew Rask to $1 million, my small business journey | Australian Business Podcast [BONUS EPISODE]
Ever wondered how Owen built Rask into the business it is today?In this BONUS EPISODE of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen shares a popular episode from our new Australian Business Podcast series. Listen to Owen Rask's journey in building Rask Australia from a Mac, Officeworks desk and a living room into a finance brand that is nationally known and includes around 17,000 students, 4,000+ members and 100,000 listeners, readers or viewers.Love the business series?
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Australian Business Podcast episode outline:
The inside scoop of how the Rask business (the owner of this podcast) actually works
Owen's four stages with Rask:
Preparation 📖
Inception 🌱
Traction ⚙️
Inflection 📈
Owen's phone call with Scott Pape
Harsh lessons learned
Where Rask is today
ASK QUESTION 🙋♀️Please use the “Ask a question” menu link on the Rask websites, or leave your questions in the Apple Reviews.~~ Our sponsors ~~Pearler, the broker for long-term investors.Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $10 of Pearler Credit.We’re proudly supported by Global X ETFs.Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs, on the Global X ETFs website.Boost your investment potential, with FundLater.With InvestSMART’s Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio, with only $4,000 upfront. Click here to find out how.Investing 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. Click here to get started.WARNING: The information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 7, 2022 • 1h 14min
Red, orange and green flags: 10 things to know before investing ft. Danielle Ecuyer
Danielle Ecuyer of Shareplicity joins Owen Rask and Kate Campbell on this special episode of The Australian Finance Podcast to share 10 things to look for when researching ASX and global shares/companies.Kate Campell plays host to Dani and Owen as they talk about 5 positive (green) and 5 concerning (red) 'flag' indicators to add to your share investment checklist.View all notes & flags in the show notes: Speaker disclosures
Dani: CSL, GMG, BHP
Owen: XRO, PME
Kate: XRO, AMZN, BHP, CRWD, MELI, OKTA, FMG, EML
~~ Our sponsors ~~Pearler, the broker for long-term investors.Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $10 of Pearler Credit.We’re proudly supported by Global X ETFs.Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs, on the Global X ETFs website.Boost your investment potential, with FundLater.With InvestSMART’s Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio, with only $4,000 upfront. Click here to find out how.Investing 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. Click here to get started.WARNING: The information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 3, 2022 • 29min
Our best budgeting, finance & investing apps (2022)
In this podcast, the hosts discuss their favorite personal finance and investing apps for 2022 and 2023. They cover topics such as tax reporting for share portfolios, banking apps with budgeting features, micro-investing apps, and versatile tools for goal sharing and organizing investment research. They also mention a partnership with Perla and the benefits of automation. It's a great episode to discover new apps that can help with personal finances and investments.

Nov 2, 2022 • 24min
5 top term deposits right now (2022 & beyond)
What are the best term deposits in Australia? Are you hunting for a term deposit to stash some cash?Term deposits are a type of financial product offered by financial institutions that allow you to lock away your savings for a set period of time (the term), in exchange for a fixed interest rate.In this brief episode, we’ll attempt to outline a few of the high-interest options available to you. As always, be sure to read the Terms & Conditions, along with the Financial Services Guide (FSG).Please note: this podcast was recorded on October 31st, 2022 (a day before the Reserve Bank of Australia increased interest rates by 0.25%).Resources:
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Show notes
Top 5 savings accounts
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Rask Core community’s best accounts
Owen on Twitter
Pearler, the broker for long-term investors.Sign-up to Pearler using the code “RASK” for $10 of Pearler Credit.We’re proudly supported by Global X ETFs.Learn more about the growing range of leading ETFs, on the Global X ETFs website.Boost your investment potential, with FundLater.With InvestSMART’s Fundlater, you can start a $10,000 investment portfolio, with only $4,000 upfront. Click here to find out how.Investing 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. Click here to get started.WARNING: The information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 31, 2022 • 38min
Simran Kaur: Journey to $1M+, making sense of investing & building Girls That Invest
Simran Kaur: the founder and author of Girls That Invest joins Kate Campbell all the way from NZ today to talk about her wealth building journey to $1 million, how to make sense of investing, dealing with financial comparison, market volatility and overcoming burnout.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/fsgDate recorded: 18th of October 2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices