Best Rask Podcasts (2025)

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How Owen Rask & Alex Luck actually invest [Adviser Q&A] 46:12

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In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask is joined by Alex Luck, founder of Everest Wealth Group, to answer your money questions.Owen’s questions:– Where are you personally invested?– What’s the most recent thing you’ve done with your money?Listener questions:– Our 19-year-old is saving for a home — should he buy an investment property…

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Best retirement moments of 2025 - Our top highlights 31:30

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It's been an incredible year for the Australian Retirement Podcast! As we head into the Christmas break, your hosts Drew Meredith from Wattle Partners and James O'Reilly from Northeast Wealth look back at the biggest moments, most important lessons, and most-watched episodes of 2025. From market volatility and ethical investing debates to governmen…

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4 small-cap ASX stocks with serious upside [Part 2/3] 43:47

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In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask speaks with Luke Laretive and Ben Richards of Seneca Financial Solutions about:– Symal (SYL): a newly listed boring business in the best way– Emeco (EHL): discounted to NTA and a potential takeover target– HMC Capital (HMC): 3 big issues, but plenty of hidden value– Qoria (QOR): cybe…

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Last-minute Christmas gifts under $50 that people actually use 23:24

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In this festive episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell and Owen Rask share practical, affordable and thoughtful last-minute Christmas gift ideas under fifty dollars. With more than 60 percent of Australians feeling financially stressed about buying presents this year, and almost one billion dollars of unwanted gifts heading to la…

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4 ASX stocks to watch in 2026: REA, WTC, NXG & S32 [Part 1/3] 34:43

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In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask speaks with Luke Laretive and Ben Richards of Seneca Financial Solutions about:– Why REA Group (REA) could keep winning despite the noise– WiseTech Global (WTC): sticky, high-margin, misunderstood– NexGen Energy (NXG): exposure to the world’s best uranium asset?– South32 (S32): this …

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Markets pricing a rate hike for 2026 52:22

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In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent and Chris Bates discuss the biggest property and economic news stories of the week, including interest rate expectations, common property myths investors should be wary of heading into 2026, and whether new housing supply can realistically keep pace with population growth.Topics C…

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$10,000 portfolio finale, our best stocks of 2025, AI picks AI stock for AI theme & Deremith's 1:01:40

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In this Australian Investors Podcast episode - your finale of the 2 Sense series for 2025 - your host Owen Rask is joined by Dr Andrew Deremith (AKA Drew Meredith) to: - Review 2025 - the year that was… filled with AI - Settle 2 BIG bets made on the show - Name their best stocks of 2025 - Name 1 stock pick for 2026 - Provide an overview of ways to …

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What if Vanguard goes bust? Last Q&A of 2025 57:32

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In this Friday episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell unpack your questions on mortgages, investing, relationships and ETF risk. This week we dive into how to think about fixed versus variable interest rates, why couples so often clash over money, and what really happens if a fund manager, ETF provider or broker wer…

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The Epic Retirement Tick - Assessing your retirement readiness 45:34

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In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, your host Drew Meredith, from Wattle Partners, sits down with retirement expert and best-selling author Bec Wilson to explore the Epic Retirement Tick - a groundbreaking framework for assessing retirement readiness. Bec, author of How to Have an Epic Retirement and Prime Time, founder of Epic Retiremen…

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5 Ways They Get You – with Chris Kohler 47:10

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In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask sits down with finance journalist and author Chris Kohler to discuss the systems designed to separate Australians from their money – and what you can do to protect yourself.They cover– The psychological tricks behind modern consumerism– Chris’s viral interest rate videos and their surpris…

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Summer Repeat - Todd Wenning - Flyover Stocks | Dividends, Moats and DCFs 33:46

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In this episode I chat with Todd Wenning, a seasoned investment professional with experience at Ensemble Capital, Morningstar, and the Motley Fool about some of the most critical aspects of successful investing: moats, management, and buying companies at the right price. We based this conversation on this Venn diagram that Todd published on X (Twit…

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Low Deposit, High Stakes: Inside Australia's 5% Revolution 34:14

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In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent of Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Gemma Mitchell from Rask discuss whether first homebuyers should use the 5% deposit scheme. Here’s what they cover: -Criteria for qualifying for the new scheme -The new property price caps -Getting the right loan -Managing cashflows -Retaining …

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The million-dollar formula: Small moves, big impact 38:04

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Today, your host Gemma is joined by Roxanne Calder — recruitment expert and author of the new book Earning Power. With 25 years of experience across Australia, the UK, Singapore, and Hong Kong, Roxanne brings a wealth of insight into building careers and boosting income.Her latest book is packed with inspiring stories and practical strategies to he…

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How fixed income indices actually work 33:37

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What does a day in the life of a product manager at S&P Dow Jones look like? Lots and lots of data. Rask’s Mitchell Sneddon sits down to talk with Jessica Tan who the the Principal of Fixed Income Indices at S&P Dow Jones Indices. Jessica breaks down the interesting differences between fixed income markets around the world and uses a bento box to d…

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One rate hike priced for 2026 38:04

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Resources for this episode Ask a question (select the Property podcast) Market repositions for a 2026 hike Politicians must cut spending to prevent higher interest rates Much weaker jobs data Much weaker jobs data Wentworth Park to go for green space and 2,500 new homes Enclaves for the rich 50,000 international students awaiting visas after explos…

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Peter Phan from Castlereagh Equity - Mental Models [Throwback] 2:41:30

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Peter Phan is the Portfolio Manager of Castlereagh Equity. Many Australian investors already know Peter from his time blogging and due to his activity on Twitter. This podcast is epic, unfiltered, barely edited and raw. I barely edited this audio file. It took place remotely, so the audio file is a little rough. Consider wearing your headphones. Yo…

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10 money hacks to level up your life in 2024 [Throwback] 37:24

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Ready to level up your financial life? Kate Campbell & Mitchell Sneddon share 10 different money hacks to help you maximise your finances in 2024. Remember - the small changes you make add up over time, so don’t discount those small actions you take. Resources for this episode Buy Gemma’s book “The Money Reset” Ask a question (select the Finance po…

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Breaking down Australia's 20 superannuation tax rates 45:28

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In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, your hosts Drew Meredith, from Wattle Partners, and James O'Reilly, from Northeast Wealth tackle one of the most complex parts of Australian retirement planning: the superannuation tax system. How many different tax rates apply to super? The answer might shock you - it's around 20 different rates, depe…

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Defend-Bio (episode 3): with Anna Maria Vargas, Valentina Lomanto and Juan Antonio Samper 32:13

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This latest episode in our series highlighting Defend-Bio focuses on environmental justice, human rights, and their relationship to biodiversity and climate change. RWI's thematic leader on Human Rights and the Environment Claudia Ituarte-Lima sat down with Anna Maria Vargas, Valentina Lomanto and Juan Antonio Samper to talk about the journey so fa…

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How (& why) insurance works: real-life claims with Phil Thompson 39:46

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In this episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, you'll learn how and why insurance works. Life insurance, income protection, TPD & more. Owen Rask is joined by Phil Thompson, founder of Skye Wealth, to unpack what really happens when you make an insurance claim. They go behind the scenes on: – How insurance claims actually work – What mistakes p…

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Tune Out The Noise - Nathan Krieger | Dimensional Data 42:51

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My guest this week is Nathan Krieger, head of Dimensional Fund Advisors' global client group in Australia. We discuss the documentary "Tune Out the Noise," directed by Academy Award winner Errol Morris. The film highlights revolutionary ideas from 1960s University of Chicago academics that challenged Wall Street norms and led to index funds and eff…

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Gary Hui on shorting A2 Milk, why narratives lie & building deep research edge at Geometrica 51:27

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In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Mitchell Sneddon is joined by Gary Hui, portfolio manager at Geometrica Fund, a Sydney-based global long-short hedge fund.Gary doesn’t follow market narratives — he follows hard data. In this episode, Mitchell and Gary discuss:– Why narratives like founder-led businesses are often misleading– …

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This is what APRA’s changes mean 52:42

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In this Australian Property Podcast, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove group mortgage specialists discuss the big 3 property news stories of the week. They also discuss your listener questions in the Listener Q&A segment at the end of the show. Here’s what they discussed: - Fastest resi construct…

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Is the RBA hiking rates? Retirees chasing alpha, Collins Foods and a REIT deep dive 57:22

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Inflation spiked to 3.8% in October, driven by higher electricity and food costs. Economist Warren Hogan is calling for the RBA to raise rates by at least 25 basis points - possibly 40bp to get the cash rate back to 4%. Is Dr Deremith's famous "it's a no" prediction about to be proven wrong? A first interest rate rise in more than two years could b…

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Super, saving like a boomer and exit-rentvesting dilemmas – Q&A 45:20

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In this Friday episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell dive into your questions on saving, investing, brokers, kids’ money and planning your next big property move. This week we unpack whether a high-yield savings account still stacks up against investing, how to think about using multiple brokers, and what to consid…

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The new monetary order, with PIMCO's Tony Crescenzi 1:00:27

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In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask speaks with Tony Crescenzi, Executive Vice President and Market Strategist at PIMCO, to discuss: – Why defensiveness is PIMCO’s current strategy – The lessons from over four decades in markets – The concept of a new global monetary order – Where bonds fit for modern Australian inves…

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Invest your first $1,000 with these 5 steps 15:35

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In this short Wednesday bonus episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell walks you through a simple, practical roadmap for investing your first $1,000. No jargon, no complicated charts, just clear steps you can actually follow. Getting started is often the hardest part. Many people put it off because they think they need more money, …

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Unblinded the Billion Dollar Biotech - Ian Keldoulis 43:27

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My guest this week is Ian Keldoulis, co-author of Unblinded: The Startup That Launched a Revolution in Saving Sight. He wrote the book with Dr. David Guyer, chronicling the founding of Eyetech Pharmaceuticals in 2000. They developed Macugen, the first effective treatment for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a disease that once blinded millio…

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Inside Euphemia’s family office: Backing women-led, climate & fintech startups 1:02:42

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In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Mitchell Sneddon sits down with Judy Anderson-Firth, CEO of Euphemia. Together they discuss the inside story of how one of Australia’s most progressive family offices invests with purpose—backing fintech, climate tech and women-led startups. Learn how Euphemia’s investment strategy works, the …

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2025-2026 Fulbright Lecture - Andrea Boggio 47:35

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Andrea Boggio delivered the annual Fulbright Lecture yesterday on the topic: “Science Has No Homeland: The Duty of International Scientific Cooperation in Human Rights Law”By The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law

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How not to mess up your renovation! 38:51

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In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent and Gemma Mitchell discuss how to manage a great renovation. Here’s what they cover: -Budget and financing -Council approvals and regulations -Scope and design -Hiring contractors -Materials and suppliers -Timeline and disruptions -Climate and location considerations -Legal and in…

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Can You Go a Year Without Shopping? Emma Edwards Tried It 45:44

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In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by Emma Edwards — financial behaviour expert, founder of The Broke Generation, and now two-time author. Emma’s new book, The Wardrobe Project: A Year of Buying Less and Liking Yourself More, published by Wiley, explores the powerful connection between spending habits, confi…

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How indices are built - a technical deep dive with Jason Ye 52:24

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In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask speaks with Jason Ye, Director, Factors and Dividends, S&P Dow Jones Indices. Together they discuss:– How indices like the S&P 500 and ASX 200 are constructed– The logic and application of factor investing– Dividend indices and their use in Australian investing– The rise and role of …

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Sydney and Brisbane tipped to lead in 2026 50:20

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In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove Mortgage Brokers discuss the big 3 property news stories of the week. They also covered some of your questions in their Listener Q&A segment at the end of the show. Here’s what they discussed: - 2 in 3 Brisbane homes s…

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Alphabet (GOOG) is the real winner of AI - here's why 51:34

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Alphabet (Google) is making its own chips. What kind? Why now? And could this make Alphabet - not NVIDIA - the ultimate winner in the AI race? In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, Owen Rask and Drew Meredith break down why Alphabet could be the big AI winner, dissect the ASX meltdown, and deliver a comprehensive fixed income masterclass.Wh…

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Super, parental leave pitfalls and teaching teens to invest – Q&A 49:34

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In this Friday episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell and Owen Rask unpack your questions on investing, super, HECS and even a Christmas dilemma. This week we look at how to build a simple investment profile when you’re 58 and deciding between ETFs in super or outside of it, how paid parental leave really works in 2026, and what …

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ATO trust crackdown & managing drawdowns in volatility 43:07

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In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, your hosts Drew Meredith from Wattle Partners and James O'Reilly from Northeast Wealth tackle a diverse range of retirement topics that matter right now.They kick off with market optimism - CBA is floating around $168, and the hosts ask the provocative question: What if everything goes right? What if M…

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Making sense of retirement: Super & retirement myths, top tips and Rask’s Retirement Academy 43:48

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In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by Tahli — educator, retirement specialist and one of Rask's Senior Financial Advisers. After working with hundreds of Australians approaching retirement, Tahli has seen the same patterns over and over again. Most people feel unprepared. Many feel intimidated by the jargon.…

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Making sense of retirement: Super & retirement myths, top tips and Rask’s Retirement Academy 44:13

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This episode was originally featured on The Australian Finance Podcast. In this episode of The Australian Retirement Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by Tahli — educator, retirement specialist and long-time member of the Rask team. After working with hundreds of Australians approaching retirement, Tahli has seen the same patterns over and over aga…

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Rules Rule! Nathan Bartrop | CSB Corporate Services 45:36

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My guest this week is Nathan Bartrop, a corporate governance and company secretary specialist with experience across ASX-listed, unlisted, and not-for-profit companies. We discussed his background in law, accounting, and ASX compliance, including his time as a listings advisor during the global financial crisis. Nathan now lectures on corporate gov…

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Do this now for a great 2026 26:16

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In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent of Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Gemma Mitchell from Rask discuss how to make 2026 your best financial year yet. Here’s what they cover: -Starting now -Clean up old bank accounts, companies, and brokerage accounts -Choose one thing that’s stressing you out now and tackle it -Ke…

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Meb Faber on Quant Investing, Shareholder Yield ETFs & Building Cambria Funds 51:52

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In this episode on the Australian Investors Podcast, Mitch chats with Meb Faber. Meb is a Californian-based fund manager with a suite of ETFs under his funds management banner, Cambria. His ETFs cover a wide range of asset classes and styles, from global value to cannabis. Before I knew Meb for his ETFs I knew him from his world-class podcast, The …

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Pete and Amy’s property Q&A 47:55

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In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and leading buyer’s agent Amy Lunardi discuss your property questions in this Listener Q&A episode. Some of the things they covered: - Changing a conveyancer before settlement. Can I do this if required? Or is it a problem? - Why do Sydney and Me…

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BGBL v GGBL, Gearing 101, and debt inside Super 45:56

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In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask chats with Cameron Gleeson, Senior Investment Strategist at Betashares, to break down the concept of gearing using ETFs. Together, they explore: – What gearing means in a finance and ETF context – How Betashares Wealth Builder ETFs use leverage – The difference between moderate gearing…

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Financial IQ vs EQ: How to master your money, with Karen Eley 30:47

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In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask chats with money coach and former financial adviser Karen Eley about: – The difference between financial IQ and EQ – Why money behaviour matters more than knowledge – How to improve financial wellbeing with values and emotional awareness – Practical tools to build smarter financial h…

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Will property peak in 2026? 49:05

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In this Australian Property Podcast episode your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove Mortgage Brokers discussed whether it's a good time to release equity and invest, whether APRA will intervene in the housing market in 2026, and whether the 18-year cycle will peak in 2026. They also covered some of you…