Get Rich Slow Club
The Get Rich Slow Club podcast will empower you to go from beginner to confident investor. Follow along with Tash Etschmann from @TashInvests and Ana Kresina from Pearler as they take you step by step to build your wealth. This isn't a get rich quick scheme, instead it's all about being consistent, and focusing on long-term growth. So let's all Get Rich Slow together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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251. Tom’s money journey (replay)
<p>In this episode of Get Rich Slow Club, Tash chats with Tom, a property investor and finance enthusiast working in Western Australia. Tom shares his inspiring money journey, starting with his first property purchase at the age of 19, and how his upbringing in a frugal Greek-Australian household instilled valuable financial principles.</p><br><p>Tom discusses the financial perks of working in remote areas, from rent subsidies to additional allowances, and how these advantages have shaped his investment strategy. He explains his transition from property-heavy investments to diversified portfolios, including ETFs, and provides insights into balancing financial goals with...
250. ETF Deep Dive: VGS
<p>In this episode, Ana & Tash are taking a closer look at VGS (Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF) and why it’s one of the most widely used ETFs for Australians investing globally. They'll cover:</p><br><p>👉 What VGS is and what it invests in</p><p>👉 Why many investors pair VGS with VAS</p><p>👉 A quick look at the countries, sectors, and companies inside the fund</p><p>👉 Fees, distributions, and DRP basics</p><p>👉 Where VGS might fit in a diversified portfolio</p><br><p>If you've been wanting to learn more about this super popular ETF, then...
249. Being frugal makes you a better person
<p>In this episode, Tash sits down with Hayden (co-founder of Pearler and host of the Aussie FIRE Pod) to chat about some of his more unusual frugal experiments, personal challenges, and mindset shifts.</p><br><p>From hiding peanut butter in the bush to skipping general anaesthetic for wisdom teeth removal, Hayden shares the thinking behind these hacks, and what they’ve taught him about money, resilience, and intentional living.</p><br><p>👉 Why he once hid peanut butter in the bush</p><p>👉 How pushing back on big companies can sometimes pay off</p><p>👉 Turning everyday frustrations into “contr...
248. ETF Deep Dive: DHHF
<p>In this episode, we dive into DHHF and how it works as an all-growth diversified ETF. We'll cover:</p><br><p>👉 What DHHF is and how it’s structured</p><p>👉 How it compares to VDHG and the key differences between the two</p><p>👉 Fees and what investors pay for the convenience of a diversified ETF</p><p>👉 Dividend reinvestment plans (DRP) and how they work for DHHF investors</p><p>👉 Holdings and asset allocation, including its global equity exposure</p><p>👉 How DHHF might fit into your portfolio, whether as a single ETF strategy or alongside other investments</p><br><...
247. Should I invest or pay down my mortgage?
<p>Tash and Ana dig into one of the biggest money questions: should you invest, save, or focus on paying down your mortgage?</p><br><p>They break down how to think about your options based on your goals, life phases, values, and what helps you sleep at night. They also jumped into some questions from the Get Rich Slow Club inbox, and there were some goodies in there. Plus, they chat about exit strategies, debt recycling, and how your money goals may shift as life changes.</p><br><p>Use the code 'GRSC' to start investing on Pearler with $20...
246. How this 24 year old made 6 figures in 6 months
<p>This week on the podcast we’re joined by Taylor-Lee, a 24-year-old entrepreneur and founder of the marketing and consulting firm Strategic Haus.</p><br><p>Taylor chats about what it was like growing up in a family where starting businesses was completely normal and how that shaped the way she thinks about work and opportunity. After struggling to land a traditional job early on, she decided to take things into her own hands and start her own business.</p><br><p>She shares the journey of building Strategic Haus, including how she hit six figures in her first ye...
245. Life before 'Tash Invests' became a thing
<p>This week Tash jumped on the Aussie FIRE podcast with Hayden from Pearler and Dave from Strong Money Australia to talk about her money journey before TikTok, Instagram, and “Tash Invests” became a thing.</p><br><p>She shares what it was like growing up in a house where money was openly discussed, why saving felt like a game she wanted to win, and how she bought her first ETF at 18 and her first property at 22. They chat about early trade-offs, navigating online criticism and tall poppy syndrome, and staying focused even when other people did not quite get it.<...
244. Are you protected against financial fraud?
<p>Scams are no longer rare or obvious. They are sophisticated, targeted, and increasingly hard to spot.</p><br><p>In this episode, Ana speaks with Wadzi Nenzou, a scams awareness educator with more than 18 years of experience across financial planning, superannuation, banking, investments and compliance. Wadzi shares what she has seen firsthand and why she is so passionate about helping people build wealth without losing it to investment scams.</p><br><p>They unpack the biggest misconceptions about who gets scammed, why younger and digitally savvy people are just as vulnerable, and how certain life moments like starting to...
243. The real cost of not knowing money
<p>Financial literacy is not just about knowing money terms. It can shape your safety, security, and future, especially for women.</p><br><p>In this episode of Get Rich Slow Club, Ana speaks with commercial litigation lawyer Julia Bell about what she sees when financial literacy is missing. Julia explains what commercial litigation involves and shares how a lack of financial literacy and understanding around things like high interest debt and compound interest can quickly spiral into devastating consequences.</p><br><p>They unpack the gender gap in financial literacy in Australia, why women over 65 are the fastest growing...
242. How much do you actually need to retire?
<p>Retirement can feel like a problem for later, and honestly, we get it. Most of us are focused on getting through the present. Rising living costs, housing pressures, building careers, and trying to get ahead can make long-term planning feel out of reach. But understanding the numbers earlier gives you more choice and flexibility down the track.</p><br><p>In this episode, Tash and Ana break down what retirement might actually cost. They look at how retirement can play out differently for homeowners compared to lifelong renters, which is a reality many people in our generation may face...
