Share registries are like franking credits or family trusts: most people don’t think about them until they become investors. In fact, if you’ve never (or rarely) invested before, your eyes might have understandably glazed over at “share registries”. However, whether you’re a would-be, novice, or seasoned investor, it pays to learn more about share registries. The better you understand them, the better equipped you’ll be to make the right choices for your investing journey. To give you the...

Have you ever wondered how the Get Rich Slow Club became the Get Rich Slow Club? In this episode, you can learn all about one half of the duo. Join Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana Kresina (Head of Product & Community at Pearler) as they explore Ana’s career and wealth journey. They also share their tips for upskilling, pivoting professions, and following your passion. By listening to Ana’s story, we hope you can find some inspiration for your own future...

“Financial Independence Retire Early – or FIRE”. The name is so epic that the concept practically sells itself. However, there’s nothing clickbaity about the road to FIRE. Like many topics we cover on this podcast, FIRE requires structure, consistency, and a long-term plan. The good news? With enough of those three qualities, FIRE can be attained by virtually anyone. Few people embody this better than Dave Gow, founder of Strong Money Australia and co-host of the Aussie FIRE podcast. Having...

Many investors are perfectly happy to invest in just one ETF (or none, for that matter). However, some of our listeners prefer to invest in a diverse portfolio of Exchange-Traded Funds. For these investors, choosing the right ETF pairing can make a big difference. After all, some ETFs overlap in their assets, while others are diametrically opposed in their strategies. In this episode, Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana Kresina (Head of Product & Community at Pearler) discuss which...

In the investing space, there are two concepts which have gained a lot of traction lately. One is “venture capital” – or, to put it oversimply, investment in startups. The other is “impact investing” or “sustainable investing”, which we’ve touched on in a previous episode. That’s why the Get Rich Slow Club is thrilled, then, to host a guest who combines expertise in both. In this episode, Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana Kresina (Head of Product & Community at Pearler) chat with...

Guess what? The Get Rich Slow Club has written a book! "How to Not Work Forever" will be hitting online bookstores soon, so in this bonus episode, Tash and Ana give you a run-through of what you can expect from it, and how it will help your Get Rich Slow journey. Listen to the full episode, or preorder your copy today! @tashinvests @anakresina @getrichslowclub @pearlerhq Get Rich Slow Club Pearler YouTube Disclaimer Any advice is general and does not consider your financial situation needs,...

Are you an Australian citizen who has started a local uni degree in the last 35 years? If so, you’ll know about HECS-HELP debt. In the early stages of your career, HECS-HELP debt can be pretty easy to forget about. For starters, you don’t need to start making payments until your income reaches a certain threshold. And even then, it’s deducted from your salary, meaning it simply feels like another form of tax. It stands to reason, then, that many people would decide to let time and pre-tax...

At the Get Rich Slow Club, there are (among other things) two topics we love discussing. One of them is wage transparency, financial literacy, and closing the gender pay gap. The other relates to side hustles, entrepreneurialism, and people who successfully monetise their passion. That’s why we’re thrilled to host two guests who combine both topics: Victoria Harris and Sophie Hallwright from The Curve. In a nutshell, The Curve is a platform that helps women feel more empowered around money....

Recently, the Get Rich Slow Club received an interesting question from a listener: Is it better for a person in their late 20s to funnel their savings and earnings into ETFs, or to work towards a home deposit via a high-interest savings account? While there’s no universally “correct” answer, there are a range of factors that can influence the decision. And by considering these factors in-depth, each listener can come closer to the right answer for their goals. In this episode, Natasha...

The more we learn about money, the more we realise that self-care, financial wellness, and financial literacy are entwined. When you neglect one, the other two inevitably follow. On the upside, by paying attention to your financial wellness, you can see a marked improvement in your daily life. To assist you in mastering your financial wellness, Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana Kresina (Head of Product & Community at Pearler) have partnered with Larisha Jerome. A proud Jarowair,...

Let’s be honest: the world of investing can sometimes feel a bit…gatekeep-y. And while there can be many reasons for this, much of it stems from the language the industry requires. Whether you’re reading an ETF’s fact sheet or browsing a Bloomberg article, it’s common to find some terms you’ve never heard before. The good news is: once you’ve learned them, investing will feel much less complicated. In this session, Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana Kresina (Head of Product &...

The Get Rich Slow Club has explored the topic of financial wellness on more than one occasion. In this episode, we take it a step further and detail the relationship between debt and mental health. When debt is allowed to spiral, its effect on our mental health can be as dire as its impact on our finances. But by understanding the correlation between debt and mental health, we can better address both. To help us the Get Rich Slow Club dive into this topic, Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests)...

While this podcast often focuses on investing tools, savings accounts form an essential part of any Get Rich Slow strategy. Beyond accommodating money for short-term goals, a good savings account can also nurture your emergency fund. In other words, it pays to put some thought into where you keep your cash. That’s what Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana Kresina (Head of Product & Community at Pearler) do in this episode. Join them as they discuss their top five savings accounts (as...

Celebrating your romance, your friendship, or yourself can be a real joy. It can also be expensive. Restaurants are more pricey than ever, live events have been struck by inflation, and don’t get us started on the cost of flowers. Of course, none of this is to say that you shouldn’t spend on dates if you want to. But if you’re looking for some budget-friendly inspiration, we’ve got you covered. In this bonus session, Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana Kresina (Head of Product &...

To date, a key aspect of our Get Rich Slow Club journey has focused on shares investing. And a crucial part of shares investing involves choosing the right online broker for your goals. Each broker offers different features, fees, and philosophies, meaning the “right” broker can differ between investors. To help you choose for yourself, Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana Kresina (Head of Product & Community at Pearler) sit down to compare seven of their favourite Aussie brokers. In...

Ethical investing, or ESG investing (Environmental, Social, and Governance) has attracted a lot of attention over the past decade. However, not everyone agrees on whether it’s a worthwhile investing channel. Some investors argue it provides a much-needed chance to do some good whilst potentially earning a return. Others claim it’s a milquetoast asset class that will never be able to compete with traditional investments. There are also people who express concern over whether ESG investments...

One of the most common questions we receive at the Get Rich Slow Club is: “What should I invest in?”. Since everyone’s goals are different, and since we don’t have a crystal ball, we can’t definitively answer that question. However, for anyone looking for a starting point, there is a resource we love to refer to: community data. By looking at what other like-minded long-term investors are buying, we can find a point of reference for our own goals. That’s why, in this session, Natasha...

Whether or not you have a Ninjio subscription, you’ve probably noticed an increase in financial crime and fraud. With their phishing and their tracking and their vishing and their hacking, it can feel like crooks are lurking behind every call and text. And nothing raids on a Get Rich Slow parade quite sophisticated financial theft. Fortunately, there are a horde of sharp people working hard to stop these thieves in their tracks. In this episode, Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana...

Folks, this here’s a special one. Recently, Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana Kresina (Head of Product & Community at Pearler) took the Get Rich Slow Club on the road. They met up with a few of their favourite content creators, invited friends from the community to join them, and talked about money. What you’re about to listen to are the results from that evening. In this special live event, Tash and Ana are joined by Brandon from New Money, Emma from The Broke Generation, and...

For long-time listeners, we’ve aimed to make one thing clear: long-term investing doesn’t need to be complicated. It isn’t something that requires countless hours, and it shouldn’t be something that demands regular attention. If you understand the basic principles, and your own risk profile, we believe you have what you need to begin. That doesn’t mean you can’t make mistakes, though. Like any type of wealth-building, long-term investing has its pitfalls. And if you don’t heed them, they can...

January is a time for new gym memberships, new learning app subscriptions, and new habits. However, many of us have trouble keeping all three by March. And while we can’t help with the first two items, we might be able to give you a nudge with the third. In this session, Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana Kresina (Head of Product & Community at Pearler) cover their favourite tips for setting healthy financial habits in 2024. These range from tracking where your money goes, to...

Welcome to 2024! The New Year is upon us, and if you’re anything like us, your Resolution featured something about an updated budget. Worry not – for that’s what this Get Rich Slow Club episode is all about. In the first session of 2024, Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana Kresina (Head of Product & Community at Pearler) chat with Jessica Irvine, an award-winning author and content creator at @moneywithjess. In their discussion, they explore how to find the right budgeting approach...

Late December is a prime period for afternoon naps and food comas. It’s also a time in which we can reflect on the wins, losses, and lessons of the last 12 months. That way, we can begin the New Year with a clear idea of what we want to achieve, and how we can get there. In this episode, Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana Kresina (Head of Product & Community at Pearler) reflect on all they’ve learnt in 2023. These lessons range from the importance of an emergency fund, to knowing...

Have you ever heard someone declare that they’re “bad with money”? Maybe you’ve said it about yourself. It’s an idea that many of us perpetuate about ourselves, alongside other myths like “I’m bad at maths”. But despite its prevalence, it’s a stigma that we can all challenge – and break. To tackle this topic, Natasha Etschmann (Tash Invests) and Ana Kresina (Head of Product & Community at Pearler) are joined by Victoria Shakeshaft from @bad.bitch.money. In this session, the three cover...