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After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes.Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.Today it’s some of our highlights from our previous Summer Series. Bryce and Alec count down the biggest myths they've since debunked since they started their investing journey. Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | SpotifyIf you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you intrigued by dividends in ETFs and how they function? If you're new to the realm of investing, you may have queries about ETF dividends, their frequency, and their influence on your portfolio. In this episode, we'll demystify the jargon to help you gain a better understanding of how dividends in ETFs operate and how they can bolster your investment strategies.The simple answer is yes - ETFs can indeed pay dividends. However, this depends on the underlying assets within the fund. An ETF, or Exchange-Traded Fund, is an investment fund that comprises a collection of assets such as stocks, bonds, or commodities. If the assets within the ETF yield dividends, those payments will find their way into your portfolio. In essence, you'll receive the same amount of dividend as if you were the direct owner of the underlying assets.If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing, our archive now includes over 700 investment-focused episodes.Bite-Size Investing offers highlights, lessons, and quotes from both podcasts.In this episode, Alec reviews Patrick O'Shaughnessy's "Millennial Money." He shares top lessons from the book and important takeaways for investors.Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | SpotifyIf you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're ready to begin your investment journey and have decided that micro investing apps are the way to go, you're on the right track! However, with so many options available, you might be wondering what is Raiz? Or how does Spaceship investment compare to others? We'll discuss the pros and cons of three popular micro investment apps in Australia: Raiz, Spaceship, and CommSec Pocket. Read more here. Feel free to reach out and let us know what you choose - [email protected] you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes.Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.TashInvests aka Natasha Etschmann is an Equity Mate we loved our full interview with her. In this section, we all discuss how we approach imposter syndrome. It's a tricky one! Ultimately, everyone is different, and you shouldn't compare yourself to other people. Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | Spotify | YouTube |If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As you plan for retirement, one question that is likely to come up is whether you should contribute more to your superannuation or invest outside. The answer to this question is not straightforward! Of course, like all investing, it depends on various factors, including your retirement goals, income level, and tax implications. We explore the arguments for both options to help you make an informed decision.First question you need to answer is: when do you plan to step back from working? The current preservation age is 65. If you want to stop working before that age, you’ll need access to other finances. We then run through all the different questions and considerations for both arguments, and Bryce share our own strategies. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes.Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.Today it's some of our highlights from our ESG basics episode from 2019. This investment approach takes into account environmental, social, governance, and ethical issues in the investment process, contributing positively to society and the environment while earning financial returns. Negative screening avoids investments in controversial activities, positive screening invests in companies demonstrating responsible ESG practices, and impact investing aims to generate measurable social and environmental benefits.Several ETFs, such as BetaShares Australian Sustainability Leaders ETF and VanEck Vectors MSCI International Sustainable Equity ETF, are available for ethical investors. It's vital to understand the different types of ethical investing and choose investments that align with your values.Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | SpotifyMake sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’ve done the calculations. If you invest just $100 every month for 40 years, you can accumulate over $350,000 - thanks to the magic of compound interest. So, we decided to set ourselves a challenge. Every month, we’re going to look for a way to add an extra $100 to our investment portfolio. We need a plan to save or earn an extra $100 each month to reach our investment goals.Here’s our ideas for March: Sell drum kit Do online surveys (AttaPoll) Shop around for a cheaper phone plan We don’t want to do it alone either! Join us on this journey by sharing your ideas on equitymates.com. If you enjoyed Finfest 2022 and want to be part of an even bigger FinFest in November 2023, register your details and we’ll be in touch with Earlybird access details.-----If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes.Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.In this episode, we cover the 4 signs it might be time to sell a stock. Let's be honest, buying stocks is the easy part. But when it comes to selling, it's a whole different ball game. It's like breaking up with someone, but with money involved. You don't want to regret your decision, but at the same time, you don't want to stay in a bad relationship, I mean, investment.Listen to the full episode here:Website | Apple | Spotify Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chances are at some stage you’ve probably googled ‘effective budget template’. We all want the perfect tool to help us achieve our financial goals... But there’s so many options out there, and it’s pretty overwhelming. Inspired by You’re In Good Company, who talked about budgeting a couple of weeks ago, we talk through finding the right budget fit for you in Get Started Investing this week.There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to budgeting, just like anything super personal - getting fit, eating well, studying. A great budget is just a really useful tool. It’ll track what you need, how you need it - monitoring your income and expenses, helping you manage your debt repayments, and plan ahead for your financial goals.The YIGC Budget Template is here.Bryce's template is in the Equity Mates Discussion Group is here.-----The Equity Mates Community Survey helps us to understand who is engaging with Equity Mates Media, and more importantly, how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey.Win $500 in cash or tickets to FinFest 2023 by completing the Equity Mates Media Community Survey 2023 The survey is now open and closes on 28th February 2023 - T&C details here.If you enjoyed Finfest 2022 and want to be part of an even bigger FinFest in November 2023, register your details and we’ll be in touch with Earlybird access details.-----If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're interested in investing in stocks, you've probably heard of dividends. Dividends are a way for companies to share their profits with shareholders. As an investor, you're entitled to a portion of the profits based on the number of shares you own. Dividends can provide a steady stream of income and are often paid out on a regular basis.In this Bitesize, Bryce and Ren explain the basics of dividend investing, why Australians love them, and why some companies opt not to pay a dividend.Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | SpotifyMake sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Looking for the best savings accounts in Australia now that interest rates are up? Check out our top picks, including accounts with bonus rates and gimmicks, as well as no-frills options with the best interest rates available. Shop around and compare to find the right account for your needs!The 5 we talk about in this episode: 1. ING Savings Maximiser - 4.8% Bonus, 0.55% Base2. Virgin Money Boost Saver - 4.6% Bonus, 0.05% Base3. Macquarie Savings Account - 4.5% Introductory, 3.7% Base4. HSBC Everyday Savings Account - 4.25% Introductory, 2.55% Base5. BOQ Future Saver Account (Under 35) - 4.75% Bonus, 0.05% Base-----The Equity Mates Community Survey helps us to understand who is engaging with Equity Mates Media, and more importantly, how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey.Win $500 in cash or tickets to FinFest 2023 by completing the Equity Mates Media Community Survey 2023 The survey is now open and closes on 28th February 2023 - T&C details here.If you enjoyed Finfest 2022 and want to be part of an even bigger FinFest in November 2023, register your details and we’ll be in touch with Earlybird access details.-----If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You may have heard of stocks, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and listed-investment companies (LICs), but what exactly are these options and how do they differ? In this Bitesize, Alec and Bryce define the terms for you - so you won't ever be confused again!Stocks represent ownership in individual companies. When you invest in stocks, you become a shareholder in that company and have an interest in its success. Historically, stocks have been one of the best-performing asset classes, but they are also known for their volatility.An ETF is a basket of securities, such as stocks or bonds, that trade on an exchange like a stock. When you invest in an ETF, you are buying a share of the entire portfolio, rather than investing in individual securities. This diversification helps to mitigate risk in your portfolio, and is one of the reasons ETFs have become increasingly popular.LICs, also known as closed-end funds in America, are similar to ETFs in that they offer diversification by investing in a portfolio of securities. However, LICs are actively managed, which means they are managed by a professional fund manager who makes decisions about which securities to buy and sell.Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | SpotifyMake sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Looking for ways to increase your cash return from your investments this year? Look no further as Bryce and Alec bring talk through last year’s top 5 best dividend paying ETFs listed on the ASX 200.In this episode, they specifically focus on passive index ETFs and exclude actively managed ETFs and leveraged ETFs. The following ETFs have been ranked based on their 2022 dividends:- OOO ETF BetaShares Crude Oil Index ETF-Currency Hedged (Synthetic)WXHG ETF SPDR World ex Australia Carbon Control (Hedged) Fund(with an honourable mention to sister ETF) WXOZ ETF SPDR S&P World ex Australia Carbon Control FundSYI ETF SPDR MSCI Australia Select High Dividend Yield FundOZR ETF SPDR S&P/ASX 200 Resources FundQRE ETF BetaShares Resources Sector ETFREMEMBER! Past performance is not indicative of future results, but Bryce and Alec have also put together a list of ETFs specifically designed to optimise dividend payments. Tune in to learn more!-----The Equity Mates Community Survey helps us to understand who is engaging with Equity Mates Media, and more importantly, how we can continue to improve our content to help you on your money and investing journey.Win $500 in cash or tickets to FinFest 2023 by completing the Equity Mates Media Community Survey 2023 The survey is now open and closes on 28th February 2023 - T&C details here.If you enjoyed Finfest 2022 and want to be part of an even bigger FinFest in November 2023, register your details and we’ll be in touch with Earlybird access details.-----If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Get Started Investing Summer Series. Over 6 episodes, we’re going through 6 steps to help you set up your finances for 2023.In this ep, we talk through *exactly* what we do when the money hits our bank accounts. How we divvy it up, and where we automate it to go! If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Get Started Investing Summer Series. Over 6 episodes, we’re going through 6 steps to help you set up your finances for 2023.Now we get to investing! We go through everything in this episode, from choosing a broker, introduction to core and satellite and three core actions for you to take after the episode finishes. Looking for an investing book gift for a loved one this christmas? Order ‘Get Started Investing’, written by Equity Mates Alec and Bryce. Available on Booktopia and Amazon now!If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Get Started Investing Summer Series. Over 6 episodes, we’re going through 6 steps to help you set up your finances for 2023.This ep we reveal up our biggest mistakes! It's one of the most important aspects of getting your money sorted. What have you done wrong? For us it includes: lifestyle creep, not having a money plan, not tracking where your money is going, not building the habit of constantly saving, and having credit card debt or just bad debt in general. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Get Started Investing Summer Series. Over 6 episodes, we’re going through 6 steps to help you set up your finances for 2023. In this ep we're looking at the steps to take to look after your super: Like checking fees, comparing performance, investment options, insurance and more! Want to hear more about super? (We don't blame you) Check out our episodes on superannuation here. Looking for an investing book gift for a loved one this christmas? Order ‘Get Started Investing’, written by Equity Mates Alec and Bryce. Available on Booktopia and Amazon now!If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is our Get Started Investing Summer Series. Over 6 episodes, we’re going through 6 steps to help you set up your finances for 2023.Today we're chatting about your emergency fund! We go over why you need one, how much you should be spending, and now you've saved it, what do you do with that cash?Bryce and Alec mentioned these links in line with the actions to take from this episode:https://www.canstar.com.au/savings-accounts/best-savings-account-interest-rates/ https://www.savings.com.au/savings-accounts/https://mozo.com.au/savings-accounts/high-interesthttps://www.finder.com.au/savings-accounts/high-interest-savings-accountsIf you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the next 6 weeks, we're coming to your ears with a 6-step plan to help you set yourself up for investing success in 2023.In this ep, it's all about getting your money sorted. We go through things like building savings habits, budgeting, savings accounts, transaction accounts and leave you with 3 key actions to take! Then we tell you how we do it ourselves in case you need some extra inspiration. What a way to start the year!Looking for an investing book gift for a loved one this christmas? Order ‘Get Started Investing’, written by Equity Mates Alec and Bryce. Available on Booktopia and Amazon now!If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We think this is the toughest year since we’ve started doing the podcast. Ren think it’s been a reality check - reminding him of the importance of a strong core. Bryce said 2022 showed him DCA is the way to go. The best way to learn is with the help of others too - so we heard from you! *****Looking for an investing book gift for a loved one this christmas? Order ‘Get Started Investing’, written by Equity Mates Alec and Bryce. Available on Booktopia and Amazon now!If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes.Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.In this episode, Angie Ellis talks the guys through her investing philosophy and how she developed it. Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | SpotifyOrder Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s almost holidays! To wrap up the year we line up the ETFs that have been doing well… and the ETFs that are not so great. Bryce has done all the prep this week, so the guys talk about the themes that have dominated the markets, and then Ren tries to guess what’s in the final lineup. In case you’re disputing the results too - Bryce used Tikr to get the info. In case you didn’t have a pen and paper handy, here’s the final list: WORSTBetashares Crypto Innovators ETF - 76% (bottom 100)ETFS Ultra Long Nasdaq 100 Hedge Fund -62%The Trust Company (Re Services) Limited - The 3iq Coinshares Bitcoin Feeder ETF -46%Betashares Global Robotics And Artificial Intelligence ETF -37% ETFs Fang+ ETF -35%BESTETFS Ultra Short Nasdaq 100 Hedge Fund - 50%BetaShares Global Energy Companies ETF - Currency Hedged - 41%VanEck Australian Resources ETF - 20%Betashares Global Royalties ETF - 17%Betashares Solar Etf 12%*****Looking for an investing book gift for a loved one this christmas? Order ‘Get Started Investing’, written by Equity Mates Alec and Bryce. Available on Booktopia and Amazon now!If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes. Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.Beeneet Kothari is the Managing Partner and Principal Portfolio Manager of Tekne Capital Manager, a global fund manager he founded in 2012. He tells us how his first investment came to be - how he did the research and followed his intuition. Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | Spotify | YoutubeLooking for an investing book gift for a loved one this Christmas? Order ‘Get Started Investing’, written by Equity Mates Alec and Bryce. Available on Booktopia and Amazon now!If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697.Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's been plenty happening in the world of cybersecurity. From the recent well publicised Optus hack where millions of customers information was breached, to Medibank Private, and now a subsidiary of Woolworths has been hacked.As John T Chambers former CEO of Cisco says, "There are two types of companies ... those that have been hacked .. and those that don't know they've been hacked."In today's episode Bryce & Alec discuss the environment and more particularly the investing opportunities in companies and ETF's firmly entrenched in the combat and development of cybersecurity.*****Looking for an investing book gift for a loved one this christmas? Order ‘Get Started Investing’, written by Equity Mates Alec and Bryce. Available on Booktopia and Amazon now!If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes. Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.In this clip, we chat to Melissa Browne - about understanding what makes you tick, and how that impacts your attitudes towards money (and helps you get better at looking after yourself!).Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | Spotify | YoutubeLooking for an investing book gift for a loved one this Christmas? Order ‘Get Started Investing’, written by Equity Mates Alec and Bryce. Available on Booktopia and Amazon now!If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Black Friday Sales are a global shopping bonanza.Alec & Bryce are a little distracted in today's episode as they scour the internet for Black Friday Sales and Christmas present shopping.But, with all seriousness. We delve into how differently we all react when there is a discount in the world of consumables ... compared to how we think about discounts in the stock market.People go crazy when they know they can get 15% off toys or TV's for Christmas presents, they'll que up outside a retail shop for hours ... yet when the stock market is down 15%, people will run to the hills.So let's arm you with the information why when the stock market is 'on sale' ... it's a good time to buy.*****Looking for an investing book gift for a loved one this christmas? Order ‘Get Started Investing’, written by Equity Mates Alec and Bryce. Available on Booktopia and Amazon now!If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes. Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.This week our Super Saturdays series won Bronze at the Australian Podcast Awards - so we thought we'd pick a little slice from that episode! Bryce and Alec talk about the importance of knowing what is going on with your superannuation - it might be your biggest asset one day! Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | SpotifyLooking for an investing book gift for a loved one this Christmas? Order ‘Get Started Investing’, written by Equity Mates Alec and Bryce. Available on Booktopia and Amazon now!If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are here today to talk about Government sponsored savings. We are seeing more and more competition in this space.The second biggest asset manager in the world, Vanguard have recently launched their very own Superannuation fund. Three years ago Vanguard gave about $100 billion back to the big Australian super funds. And now they have launched their own super fund with a management fee for 0.58% for most options.In this episode Bryce & Alec take a look at the ATO super comparison website and on first look, the Vanguard fees appear cheaper ... but be warned Vanguard’s fees look cheaper but are not so cheap when up against other Super Funds. Remember, fee's eat away at your returns. Head across to the Equity Mates Forum via our website to see the spreadsheet that Alec has created to demonstrate the comparisons they found.*****Looking for an investing book gift for a loved one this christmas? Order ‘Get Started Investing’, written by Equity Mates Alec and Bryce. Available on Booktopia and Amazon now!If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes. Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.Today Bryce and Alec talk about the 8th wonder of the world - compound interest. Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | SpotifyOrder Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So much of investing is about mastering your psychology. What you do with your money impacts so many aspects of your life. From short term, to long term. However, what money means to you and how you want it to work for you, will be completely different to what money means to another person.The number one characteristic that we all have in common is 'autonomy', to be able to do what we want, when we want, and how we want.Evan Lucas has written a book about it - Mind Over Money and he featured on stage at The Equity Mates FinFest 2022. So in today's episode we share his recorded presentation from FinFest.Sit back in your beanbag and enjoy ...*****We'd love your support:The Equity Mates team have been nominated in several podcast categories at the upcoming Australian Podcast Awards and voting is now open via https://australianpodcastawards.com/vote So if you have 90 seconds to spare (that's literally how long it will take you to vote) please vote for one of our podcast finalists. If you appreciate what we do, if you've taken any value from the podcasts we deliver each week, we'd love your vote and support.Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes. Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.Today Bryce and Alec revisit some of the jargon we get stuck on and define these common terms.Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | SpotifyOrder Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Oh, I don't like investing, it's too risky... it's basically gambling". This is one of the most common reasons we hear for people not investing. That you have to be lucky! That it's just a game of chance. And while there are some similar elements for consideration - like an amount invested or wagered, risk and a prize... we definitely think intelligent and considered investing is a better decision any day of the week. Ren and Bryce chat through their top 4 reasons, and add 2 bonus ideas in for good measure. Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes. Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.In this clip, we chat to Melissa Browne - about understanding what makes you tick, and how that impacts your attitudes towards money (and helps you get better at looking after yourself!). Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | Spotify | YoutubeOrder Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don't miss anything about Equity Mates - visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Data out of Europe and out of Australia tell us the same thing - this is the year of the passive ETF! Here's some links we found relevant! ETF Stream, and ASX Funds Statistics. Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum. Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes. Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.Today Bryce and Alec revisit some of our favourite jargon and define these common terms. Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | SpotifyOrder Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the week after Equity Mates FinFest which was absolutely EPIC!Now it's no stress if you didn't make it to the event because every session was recorded. And over the coming months we'll be sharing key FinFest moments with you.In today's episode we have Owen Raszkiewicz and Kate Campbell from Rask who step us though how to build a portfolio that will give you the ability to 'Get Rich Slow'.*****Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don't miss anything about Equity Mates - visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes. Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.In this clip, Alec talks about his biggest mistake in investing - and how it taught him a valuable lesson. Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | Spotify | YoutubeOrder Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don't miss anything about Equity Mates - visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While our lives are busy ... our portfolios don't need to be busy - It's never been easier to be an investor.In this episode Bryce & Alec discuss how they set up their portfolios, and how they approach diversifying their portfolio.If you've got questions as you get started investing like, is overlap OK? or, How many ETF's are too many? Well press play!Getting Started Investing is easier than you think, and to quote Alec ... "Don't let perfection be the enemy of the good" *****Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don't miss anything about Equity Mates - visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes. Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.In this clip, Charlie Viola answers a community question about how capital gains tax is calculated. Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | Spotify | Youtube Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Get Started Investing. A podcast where we help you learn to invest in 15 minutes or less.Each episode we take one real-world business story, and apply a key investing lesson to help you build your investor toolkit..If you are joining us for the first time, welcome - we strongly recommend you scroll up and start at episode 1. And just a reminder before we start, we are not experts, we are not financial professionals, and we are not licensed. We are here learning just like you and nothing on this podcast should be taken as advice. In this episode Alec & Bryce talk through a feature that more and more brokers are adding to their service offering ... AUTO-Invest.It's a feature that has solved one of the pain points of Dollar-Cost-Averaging, and a tool that you'll definitely want to understand as you get started investing.Do not take investing advice from a podcast!*****Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don't miss anything about Equity Mates - visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you.  Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes. Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.Gemma Dale talks to us about why building diversity or balance in our portfolio offerings should be a priority for all of us. Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | Spotify | YoutubeOrder Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Get Started Investing. A podcast where we help you learn to invest in 15 minutes or less.Each episode we take one real-world business story, and apply a key investing lesson to help you build your investor toolkit..If you are joining us for the first time, welcome - we strongly recommend you scroll up and start at episode 1. And just a reminder before we start, we are not experts, we are not financial professionals, and we are not licensed. We are here learning just like you and nothing on this podcast should be taken as advice. In this episode Alec & Bryce look at some of the most popular thematic ETF's this past year.The ASX release an investors report every month so we take a look at the Top 5 Thematic ETF's based on how much investors are putting into them, what those ETF top holdings are and what they track.It's an interesting look at the 258 ETP's (exchange traded products) on the ASX. Do not take investing advice from a podcast!*****Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don't miss anything about Equity Mates - visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you.  Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes. Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.In this clip - Chris Wheldon - an incredibly intelligent, focussed and professional investor - tells us how his early mistakes actually were the best thing that could have happened to him! Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | Spotify |Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 15 minutes, Bryce & Alec talk through what a dividend is, how and why companies pay them to shareholders, and what options you have once you receive them.This episode is sponsored by SHARESIES who let you invest with no minimum.Choose from thousands of companies and funds across Australia, the US, and New Zealand—all with no minimum investment.For more market news and investing resources, follow @Sharesiesau or visit the Learn section of their website.Sharesies - https://sharesies.com.au/*****FINFEST is only weeks away!Come and trade ideas at Australia’s biggest investing festival - Equity Mates' FinFest.With expert speakers and guests, it’s an inspiring and empowering event for investors of any level of experience.15th October, 2022 Sydney - Head to equitymates.com/finfest to register your interest.Equity Mates' FinFest, powered by Stake*****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we’ve built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes. Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.In this episode, Bryce and Alec talk about why you should be avoiding falling for the 'home country bias' trap, and looking globally for investing opportunities! Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | Spotify |Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 15 minutes, Bryce & Alec unpack a recent news story and explain the lessons for investors just 'getting started'.With last Wednesday being the worst day in the US stock market in the past 2 years. So we thought it was time to break-the-glass and discuss The Triumph of the Optimists.In the 1950s, who, but the most rampant optimist would have dreamed that over the next fifty years the real return on equities would be 9 percent per year? Yet this is what happened in the U.S. stock market. The optimists triumphed. book: Triumph of the Optimists: 101 Years of Global Investment Returns - Elroy Dimson=====================FINFEST is almost here - book your tix today!Calling all bulls, bears and party animals.The market’s closed and the bar is open. Come and trade ideas at Australia’s biggest investing festival - Equity Mates' FinFest.With expert speakers and guests, DJs and booze, it’s an inspiring and empowering event for investors of any level of experience.15th October, 2022 Sydney - Head to equitymates.com/finfest Equity Mates' FinFest, powered by Stake****Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you.  Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing.Usman Khawaja is a part of the Equity Mates community, and jumped on the pod to talk about his investing journey. In this, he shares his thoughts about balance, and how he applies that attitude to both his money and lifestyle. Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | Spotify |Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don’t miss anything about Equity Mates – visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you. Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 15 minutes, Bryce & Alec unpack a recent news story and explain the lessons for investors just 'getting started'.Ren is starting to track his spending ... The king of the 'vibe investing method', is trying to get more granular."The market is down and I am trying to squeeze every penny to maximise my investing at this time" exclaimed Ren.So we asked Darcy and Emily to join Bryce & Alec in this episode to help us all learn How we track our spending and know how much we can invest.=====================FINFEST is almost here - book your tix today!Calling all bulls, bears and party animals.The market’s closed and the bar is open. Come and trade ideas at Australia’s biggest investing festival - Equity Mates' FinFest.With expert speakers and guests, DJs and booze, it’s an inspiring and empowering event for investors of any level of experience.15th October, 2022 Sydney - Head to equitymates.com/finfest Equity Mates' FinFest, powered by Stake****Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you.  Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After five years of Equity Mates and three years of Get Started Investing we've built a back catalogue of more than 700 episodes. Bitesize is our opportunity to share some of our favourite moments, lessons and quotes from both Equity Mates and Get Started Investing. Bryce and Ren talk about a secret power of investing you might have not considered - buying shares means the smartest people working, are working for you! Everything that a CEO is doing, is all about improving the stock value and improving share holder value - what's not to love about that? Listen (or watch) the full episode here:Website | Apple | Spotify | YouTube |Order Get Started Investing on Booktopia or Amazon now. If you want to let Alec or Bryce know what you think of an episode, contact them here. Make sure you don't miss anything about Equity Mates - visit this page if you want to support our work.Want more Equity Mates? Come to our website and explore! You’ll find information on our full network of shows, including our Equity Mates Investing Podcast, book recommendations, blogs, news, and more. *****In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. *****Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. Equity Mates gives listeners access to information and educational content provided by a range of financial services professionals. It is not intended as a substitute for professional finance, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Get Started Investing are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Equity Mates Media does not operate under an Australian financial services licence and relies on the exemption available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in respect of any information or advice given.Before making any financial decisions you should read the Product Disclosure Statement and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional. Do not take financial advice from a podcast. For more information head to the disclaimer page on the Equity Mates website where you can find ASIC resources and find a registered financial professional near you.  Get Started Investing is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.