Episodes

  • Forget everyone else: goal-setting your way
    Oct 6 2025
    In this episode, Pete Wargent from the Australian Property Podcast and Gemma Mitchell from the Australian Finance Podcast dig into one of the biggest game-changers for your finances – setting clear goals. But not just any goals — the right ones for you. We cover: Is it really a goal, or just a nice idea? Do you actually need clear goals to succeed? Why most goals fail (and what people get wrong) How to set goals that are right for you, not just what everyone else is doing Setting realistic goals – and action plans to match Gemma’s 5-step process for setting goals that actually stick 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 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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    35 mins
  • ETFs vs Mortgage: Where’s Your Money Best Spent? – Q&A
    Oct 3 2025
    Questions we answer on this episode: - How the Age Pension works alongside superannuation (and yes, you can have both)- What happens to your super if you die without a will- Mortgage vs ETFs: which should you focus on after buying your first property? - What debt recycling actually means, and whether it’s worth considering- Wrap accounts explained: are advisers incentivised to recommend them? Plus: What to ask your adviser to understand their advice! 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. Resources for this episode - Debt Recycling information- https://www.rask.com.au/financial-advice/debt-recycling-masterguide/ - Buy 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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    29 mins
  • How I built a $4.5m business, with Phil Thompson
    Oct 1 2025
    In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask sits down with Phil Thompson, the founder of Skye Wealth. Phil reveals how he bought into a financial advice business at 24, navigated six years of no growth, and then pivoted the business to insurance-only — ultimately building a team of over 55 and generating over $4.3 million in annual revenue. If you like this episode, 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 insights. Topics Covered – Buying a business with no money – Vendor finance: what is it & how it worked for Phil – What it’s like to flatline for 6 years in business – Why he almost left the industry in 2018 – Pivoting to insurance-only advice – Leveraging partnerships with Glenn James & others – The supply & demand gap in personal insurance advice – Why specialization scaled Skye Wealth – How tech, automation & dashboards drive their service – How Phil maintains culture with over 55 staff – How they manage Filipino & Australian team members equally – The surprising truth behind Time Doctor & productivity tracking – Setting a 2027 target: becoming #1 in Australia – Servant leadership & inverted org charts – Pay transparency and performance reviews – Hiring, firing & leading with trust – Building culture through retreats, feedback & honesty Resources for this episode 📄 Learn more about Skye Wealth Show partner resources 💰 Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit 📊 Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith 📈 View Betashares full range of funds Rask resources 🔗 Explore all Rask services 📋 Learn about Rask Financial Planning 📈 Start investing with Rask 📜 Access Show Notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Finance Podcast 📲 Follow us on social media Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • No Pay Rise? No Problem (Sort Of)!
    Sep 29 2025
    In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell is joined by Lexi Smith from MoneyVine to unpack a little-known work perk that’s actually worth it — financial wellbeing workshops. If you enjoyed this chat, don’t forget to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. In this episode, Gemma and Lexi dive into: - What are financial being workshops - What are other employers doing - Why they work (and should be added to the next pizza party!) Resources for this episode Rask Corporate workshops- https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/corporate-financial-wellness-programs-australia/ Connect with Lexi Smith https://moneyvine.com.au/ 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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    28 mins
  • Lessons from Peter Lynch, Charlie Munger and Warren Buffett – Q&A
    Sep 25 2025
    Franking credits, ETF fees & starting from zero – we’re answering your burning questions. In this episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, your host Gemma Mitchell is joined by Mitchell Sneddon, Head of Funds at Rask and co-host of the Australian Investor Podcast, to tackle your questions! Questions answered in today’s Q&A - What a franking credit actually is - How ETF management fees are taken (and why you don’t see the money leave your account) - What annual fees look like on an $800,000 portfolio - Do you need a financial adviser if you have zero investing experience? - The best first steps to understand investing if you’re just starting out - Plus: a deep dive into the investing royalty you need to know — Peter Lynch, Charlie Munger and Warren Buffett. 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. Resources for this episode - The Psychology of Money book - Episode on investment strategy - Vanguard report - Betashare ETF Mitchell spoke of - Buy Gemma’s book The Money Reset - Ask a question (select the Finance podcast) Show partner resources - Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit - Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith - View Betashares range of funds Rask resources - All services - Financial Planning - Invest with us - Access Show Notes - Ask a question 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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Life insurance in Australia: What cover do you really need?
    Sep 24 2025
    In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Phil Thompson from Skye Wealth dive into the world of life insurance in Australia. They cover: – What personal insurance is and why it matters – The different types of cover (life, TPD, trauma, income protection, child cover) – How Aussies typically get insurance & what options are best – The role of financial advisers & how they help simplify complex insurance decisions If you liked this Australian Finance Podcast episode on personal insurance, you’ll love our other episodes on protecting your financial future. Don’t forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Topics Covered – What is Personal Insurance? – Life Insurance: Who needs it? – Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) Cover – Trauma Insurance: What is it? – Income Protection: How it works and who it’s for – Child Cover: Is it worth considering? – Getting Insurance via Super vs Adviser vs Direct – Why many financial advisers outsource insurance – Why Phil focuses on insurance-only advice – Understanding waiting periods & claim timeframes – What happens during a claim and how advisers help – Tips for reviewing and cancelling insurance safely – Common mistakes Aussies make with insurance – The real cost of doing nothing Resources for this episode - Skye Wealth Show partner resources 💰 Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit 📊 Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith 📈 View Betashares full range of funds Rask resources 🔗 Explore all Rask services 📋 Learn about Rask Financial Planning 📈 Start investing with Rask 📜 Access Show Notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Finance Podcast 📲 Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Financial planning tips from a pro: What you need to know in your 30s
    Sep 22 2025
    In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask chats with Everest Wealth’s Alex Luck about the 5 most important lessons he’s learned from advising thousands of young professionals and families. In this honest, practical conversation, Alex shares: – Why building an emergency fund is boring—but essential – How the power of compounding favours early investors – Why getting on the property ladder is still a smart long-term move – The power of smart tax structuring (even for everyday investors) – Why keeping an open mind might be your biggest financial edge If you enjoy this episode on financial planning insights for people in their 30s and 40s, subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen. Apple → https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/australian-finance-podcast/id1454193127 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0KEsqdQgVCL6BKomPoNVOz YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvOPFdkhCBIK2Y5QbDtOZXA Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/rask.invest/ Follow us on TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@rask.invest Topics Covered – Travel and tax planning – Emergency funds: how much is enough? – Why 3 months of expenses is just a starting point – Offsets vs. savings accounts – How much cash is too much cash? – Getting invested early: the compounding magic – ETFs vs. shares: where to start – The power of low fees and diversification – Gearing explained: good or bad? – The truth about getting into the property market – Why you probably can’t out-save property prices – First Home Super Saver Scheme – First Home Guarantee (5% deposit scheme) explained – Mortgage brokers: why you need one – Tax structuring 101: names, trusts, companies – Common mistakes with tax on investments – Building an investment strategy that works with your structure – Why being open minded is underrated – Bitcoin, gold, ETFs, property—diversification in action – Advice from a financial planner: what a real plan looks like Resources for this episode Everest Wealth ~~ 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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    48 mins
  • Q&A: Salary sacrifice, first home super, and when to use credit cards
    Sep 18 2025
    In this episode of the Australian Finance Podcast, your host Gemma Mitchell is joined by Rask Advice senior adviser Tahli Cavagnino (while Owen’s away!) to tackle your questions! Questions answered in today's Q&A: - What really happens when your super goes into pension mode and how the tax-free income stream works- The smart way to invest for your kids and what happens at 18 when you want to transfer the funds - Whether you can salary sacrifice into your partner’s super, whose cap it falls under, and if it counts for the First Home Super Saver Scheme- And when a credit card can actually be a good idea for young investorsDon’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. Resources for this episode - Buy 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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    28 mins