Australian Finance Podcast

• Saving, Schooling and Setting Kids Up for Life

  In this episode, Pete Wargent from the Australian Property Podcast and Gemma Mitchell from the Australian Finance Podcast are back to dive into a big topic – raising financially confident, and competent kids. From choosing between private or public schooling, to saving (or not saving) for your kids, we cover it all. We chat about: Private vs public schooling – the real pros and cons Saving and investing for kids vs focusing on healthy household money habits How you can set your kids up for success without necessarily saving a fortune The money habits (good and bad) to watch for early on Keen to hear more? Check out our other episodes on the Australian Finance Podcast. Want property tips? Make sure you check out other episodes of the Australian Property Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Rask Resources - these are included by default Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au PreSales for Gemma’s book The Money Reset- https://amzn.to/42Uz0aK Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au  Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking  All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan  Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest  Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes  Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest  DISCLAIMER: 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. 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

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• Inside ATEC: tech investing on the ASX

  In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Huw Lam from BetaShares take you inside the ATEC ETF – Australia’s homegrown tech fund. This episode covers: What the ATEC ETF is and what companies it holds Why investors are paying attention to Australian tech How sectors like AI and cloud computing are driving growth The role ATEC can play in a diversified portfolio If you like this Australian Finance Podcast episode on the ATEC ETF, you'll love our other ETF breakdowns. Don’t forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered What is ATEC? The index behind the ETF Key holdings: Xero, Pro Medicus, NextDC Tech sector in the ASX 200 How ATEC fits in a portfolio Management fees & costs (0.48%) Annual distributions & rebalancing Understanding risk in tech ETFs Why diversify into Australian tech? Final thoughts & where to learn more Resources for this episode 📄 Learn more about ATEC: BetaShares ATEC ETF Overview ~~ Show partner resources ~~ 💰 Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit – https://bit.ly/Pearler 📊 Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith – https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith 📈 View Betashares full range of funds – https://bit.ly/beta-25 ~~ Rask resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Learn about Rask Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Finance Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest 📲 Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest – https://www.instagram.com/rask.invest/ TikTok: @rask.invest – https://www.tiktok.com/@rask.invest DISCLAIMER 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 unsure, 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. 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

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• How to review and rebuild life insurance with Skye Wealth

  In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Phil from Skye Wealth sit down to talk all things life insurance. They explore: The essential types of life insurance every Aussie should understand How to review your existing policies, especially inside super What income protection really covers—and what it doesn’t The pros and cons of funding insurance through your super Why trauma and child cover matter more than you think If you like this Australian Finance Podcast episode on reviewing and rebuilding life insurance, don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered Why life insurance still matters The five types of life insurance explained Income protection: what it covers (and what it doesn’t) Total and permanent disability (TPD) demystified Trauma insurance and child cover – yes, it’s a thing Insurance inside super: pros, cons and what to watch for How to review your existing cover (step-by-step) Common mistakes with insurance setup Should you use an adviser or go DIY? How Skye Wealth helps Aussies navigate cover Final tips to make insurance work for you How to ask your insurance questions Resources for this episode 📄 Learn more about Skye Wealth and life insurance: Skye Wealth – About Us ~~ Show partner resources ~~ 💰 Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit - https://bit.ly/Pearler 📊 Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith - https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith 📈 View Betashares full range of funds - https://bit.ly/beta-25 ~~ Rask resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services - https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Learn about Rask Financial Planning - https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask - https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access Show Notes - https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question - just select the Finance Podcast - https://bit.ly/R-quest 📲 Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest - https://www.instagram.com/rask.invest/ TikTok: @rask.invest - https://www.tiktok.com/@rask.invest DISCLAIMER 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 unsure, 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. 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

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• Owen is losing sleep & $27 Million fines- Q&A

  In this episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, Owen and Gemma are back for your weekly Q&A and answering your questions- covering super, investing, property and much more! Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. And send in your questions via the link below.  Your questions answered today: What is the epitome of wealth? My super fund has been fined millions- should I be worried? House flipping dilemma-should I renovate or pay off my loan? What should I invest in for my 18 year old niece?  Rask advice updates and big moves! PLUS what has Owen losing sleep.. Hint: it's a big financial commitment!  Resources for this episode Tax on ETFs and Shares info- ATO tax on shares explained (full 2024 guide for share investors & traders) | Rask Media PreSales for Gemma’s book The Money Reset- https://amzn.to/42Uz0aK Ask a question (select the Finance podcast): https://bit.ly/R-quest  ~~ Show partner resources ~~ Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: https://bit.ly/Pearler Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith View Betashares range of funds:  https://bit.ly/beta-25 ~~ Rask resources ~~ All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan  Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest  Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes  Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest  DISCLAIMER: 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. 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

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• 4 dividend shares to add to your watchlist

  In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask shares four Australian dividend shares that you can add to your investing watchlist. Whether you're chasing income, franking credits or long-term growth, you'll learn: What dividends are and how they work The difference between yield and total return Why chasing high dividend yields can be risky 4 dividend shares (3 companies + 1 ETF) to research further If you like this Australian Finance Podcast episode on dividend shares, you'll love our investing courses and weekly episodes. Don’t forget to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing tips. Topics Covered What is a dividend and how does it work? The power of franking credits and tax efficiency Common beginner mistakes with dividend investing The growth vs. income "seesaw" analogy MQG: Macquarie Group – stability & global reach CLW: Charter Hall Long WALE REIT – property & yield SOL: Washington H. Soul Pattinson – long-term growth VHY: Vanguard High Yield ETF – diversify your income How to pick sustainable dividend investments Resources for this episode 📄 Learn more about dividend investing and shares: 💡 Beginner Shares Course – Start Here 📈 Share Valuation Course (Intermediate) 💬 Join the Rask Investing Community – It’s Free 🔓 Get a Free Rask Account ~~ Show partner resources ~~ 💰 Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit – https://bit.ly/Pearler 📊 Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith – https://www.pocketsmith.com/rask/ 📈 View Betashares full range of funds – https://bit.ly/beta-25 ~~ Rask resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Learn about Rask Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Finance Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest 📲 Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest – https://www.instagram.com/rask.invest/ TikTok: @rask.invest – https://www.tiktok.com/@rask.invest DISCLAIMER 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 unsure, 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. 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

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