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Strong Money Australia August 2025 portfolio update

The time has come for another portfolio update from Strong Money Australia's Dave Gow. Join us as we learn about all the...

11 August 2025

Dave Gow

7 min read

3 likes

202 views

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How to retire early | Get Rich Slow Club

In this episode, we hear how one person used smart money habits, a bit of grit, and a lot of learning to retire early. E...

10 June 2025

Tash & Ana

6 min read

0 likes

189 views

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Lessons on the journey to retiring early | Get Rich Slow Club

In this Get Rich Slow Club ep, Tash chats with three fascinating FIRE-aligned guests – David, Keith and Rob – about thei...

2 April 2025

Tash & Ana

5 min read

0 likes

126 views

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What are annuities, and how do they work?

Annuities can offer income for life, but they’re not for everyone. In this article, we explore how they work, their pros...

31 March 2025

Oyelola Oyetunji

6 min read

0 likes

110 views

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March 2025 investing Q&A with Strong Money Australia

That's right – it's time for another investing Q&A with Strong Money Australia. Join him as he compares diversified ETFs...

7 January 2025

Dave Gow

10 min read

0 likes

3 views

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Living off dividends vs selling investments: which makes more sense for FIRE?

Dividends or selling investments – what’s the smarter FIRE move? Explore the pros and cons of living off dividends versu...

9 February 2025

Oyelola Oyetunji

7 min read

0 likes

29 views

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How do I use equity to buy a second property? | Get Rich Slow Club

Curious about using equity to your advantage to buy a second property? Tash and Ana explore how the process works in thi...

3 February 2025

Tash & Ana

5 min read

0 likes

15 views

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January 2025 investing Q&A with Strong Money Australia

Folks, Dave Gow is back with his January 2025 investing Q&A. Get ready to think "That's a good one" at the questions, an...

14 January 2025

Dave Gow

10 min read

0 likes

4 views

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November Investing Q&A with Strong Money Australia

In the immortal and slightly rephrased words of Montell Jordan: "This is Gow we do it". And by "it", we mean "a much-lov...

28 October 2024

Dave Gow

8 min read

0 likes

2 views

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Capital growth vs income: which is better for Financial Independence?

In the quest for Financial Independence, investors often like to compare capital growth vs income. In this article, we b...

4 October 2024

Kurt Walkom

7 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Location or size: which is more valuable in a property?

Location or size – which matters more? We explore how each factor impacts property value and what to consider when makin...

2 October 2024

Oyelola Oyetunji

7 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Lessons from buying $1.2 million of property at age 22 | Get Rich Slow Club

At just 22, Harry bought $1.2 million worth of property. Discover the strategies and sacrifices that made it happen in t...

23 September 2024

Tash & Ana

6 min read

0 likes

0 views

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What is the 4% rule, where does it come from and does it apply to Australians?

You may have heard of the 4% rule in the context of long-term investing. In this article, we explore how it originated, ...

19 September 2024

Kurt Walkom

8 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Can growth investing form part of a Financial Independence strategy?

Growth investing can be a pretty polarising strategy in the world of FIRE, but could it be a valuable addition to your l...

23 August 2024

Nick Nicolaides

6 min read

0 likes

0 views

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July 2024 investing Q&A with Strong Money Australia

New financial year, new investing Q&A with Dave Gow from Strong Money Australia! Join him as he covers renting whilst li...

1 July 2024

Dave Gow

5 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Should I invest to buy a home?

Curious whether the share market can help you become a homeowner? Here are the pros and cons of invest to buy a home.

19 June 2024

Cathy Sun

5 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Investment update with Strong Money Australia – May 2024

In this piece, Dave Gow from Strong Money Australia provides an investment update on his portfolio for the past several ...

28 May 2024

Dave Gow

7 min read

0 likes

0 views

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How to work towards Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) feat. Dave Gow from Strong Money Australia | Get Rich Slow Club

In this GRSC episode, Dave Gow shares his POV on achieving FIRE by age 28. Dig into the summary below, or listen to the ...

20 May 2024

Tash & Ana

7 min read

0 likes

0 views

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5 investing strategies to generate passive income

Passive investing is a popular investing approach among long-term investors. In this article, we explore the types of pa...

7 May 2024

Oyelola Oyetunji

7 min read

0 likes

1 view

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The Golden Years | How to plan a happy and financially secure retirement

For anyone working towards a financially secure retirement "The Golden Years" is the book for you. Find out all about it...

15 March 2024

Hayden Smith

2 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Spending Fast and Slow | Why your money disappears so fast and how to slow down the flow

If you're looking to give your money behaviours a spit n' shine, "Spending Fast and Slow" is the right book for you. See...

13 March 2024

Ana Kresina

2 min read

0 likes

1 view

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Mind Over Money | Why understanding your money behaviour will improve your financial freedom

For anyone working towards Financial Independence, "Mind Over Money" is a must-have addition to their library. Learn all...

12 March 2024

Cathy Sun

2 min read

0 likes

0 views

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How does rentvesting compare to ETF investing for Financial Independence?

Are you looking to compare the benefits and drawbacks of rentvesting vs ETF investing for Financial Independence? This a...

1 January 2024

Cathy Sun

6 min read

0 likes

0 views

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HECS-HELP debt: should you pay it off early? | Get Rich Slow Club

In this Get Rich Slow Club episode, we discuss whether you should pay off your HECS-HELP debt sooner rather than later. ...

24 April 2024

Tash & Ana

6 min read

0 likes

0 views

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How to talk about wage transparency, income, and business finances feat Victoria Harris and Sophie Hallwright from The Curve

In this latest Get Rich Slow Club episode, we chat about finance for women with Victoria Harris and Sophie Hallwright fr...

15 April 2024

Tash & Ana

7 min read

0 likes

0 views

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The mindset of an accumulator

In this article, Dave Gow covers the mindset and lessons of being a long-term accumulator. Join him as he covers how to ...

1 April 2024

Dave Gow

5 min read

0 likes

0 views

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If I reach Financial Independence and retire early, what should I do with my spare time?

Something we get asked a lot is what folks should do with their time once they achieve Financial Independence and retire...

17 March 2024

Ana Kresina

4 min read

0 likes

0 views

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February investing Q&A with Strong Money Australia

In this February investing Q&A, Dave Gow from Strong Money Australia answers commonly asked questions. Join him as he co...

26 February 2024

Dave Gow

5 min read

0 likes

0 views

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How can I calculate my Financial Independence number?

If you're wondering how to calculate your Financial Independence number, this article has you covered. Read on to learn ...

19 February 2024

Cathy Sun

5 min read

0 likes

0 views

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10 Budget-friendly couples (or solo) date ideas | Get Rich Slow Club

In this quick bonus episode, we're flipping the script on romantic splurges with 10 budget-friendly couples date (or sol...

14 February 2024

Tash & Ana

4 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Kids Ain't Cheap: how to financially prepare for parenthood | Get Rich Slow Club

In this Get Rich Slow Club special, Ana reveals the eye-watering cost of raising kids and how her book “Kids Ain’t Cheap...

10 January 2024

Tash & Ana

6 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Splitting finances with your partner | Get Rich Slow Club

In this Get Rich Slow Club episode, discover practical approaches to splitting (or combining) finances with your partner...

12 December 2023

Tash & Ana

5 min read

0 likes

1 view

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5 tips to save for Christmas (or any end-of-year holiday) | Get Rich Slow Club

In this Get Rich Slow Club special, we uncover five money-saving strategies to keep your holidays stress-free. Dive into...

28 November 2023

Tash & Ana

4 min read

0 likes

0 views

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How to think about money | Get Rich Slow Club

In this Get Rich Slow Club episode, discover what your finances say about you and how to start crafting your Rich Life t...

15 November 2023

Tash & Ana

5 min read

0 likes

0 views

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How to make more money through active and passive income | Get Rich Slow Club

In this Get Rich Slow Club episode, Tash and Ana discussing getting rich slow by earning more. Read our podcast wrap bel...

9 October 2023

Tash & Ana

4 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Invest with a living legend of the Australian FIRE community feat. Aussie Firebug | Get Rich Slow Club

In this Get Rich Slow Club session, Tash and Ana sit down with a legend of the Financial Independence Retire Early movem...

13 September 2023

Tash & Ana

5 min read

1 like

0 views

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What is FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early), & how do I calculate it? | Get Rich Slow Club

In this Get Rich Slow Club chat, Tash and Ana set out to answer "What is FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early?". Th...

6 September 2023

Tash & Ana

6 min read

1 like

0 views

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How much super do I pay from my pre-tax income?

This article provides info to help you determine how much super to pay from your pre-tax income. But as always, it’s wor...

8 November 2023

Oyelola Oyetunji

3 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Why should you care about your super feat. Trenna Probert, CEO of Super Fierce | Get Rich Slow Club

In this Get Rich Slow Club session, Tash and Ana host Trenna Probert from Super Fierce. If you’d rather skip our summary...

16 August 2023

Tash & Ana

7 min read

0 likes

1 view

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Investment update with Strong Money Australia

In this article, Dave Gow from Strong Money Australia shares his latest portfolio updates and wealth breakdown. He also ...

14 August 2023

Dave Gow

4 min read

1 like

0 views

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How much super can I contribute to my account?

You’ve decided you’re going to contribute extra to your super. That’s great. But there are limits to how much super you ...

6 November 2023

Oyelola Oyetunji

4 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Strong Money Australia's July Investing Q&A

It’s that time again: Dave Gow from Strong Money Australia is here with another Q&A! Check out his answers to some frequ...

4 August 2023

Dave Gow

5 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Invest with an immigrant Bondi tradie turned business owner feat. Raul Engel | Get Rich Slow Club

In this Get Rich Slow Club episode, Tash and Ana chat with entrepreneur, investor, and Portuguese language financial edu...

26 July 2023

Tash & Ana

5 min read

0 likes

0 views

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"Should I invest in gold?"

The allure of gold as an investment option may have caught your attention. But is investing in gold the right move for y...

22 July 2023

Nick Nicolaides

5 min read

0 likes

1 view

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What's the difference between super preservation age and retirement age?

Confused about the difference between super preservation age and retirement age? Find the clarity you seek as we explain...

10 November 2023

Oyelola Oyetunji

3 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Invest with a career mum who saved $14k a year in childcare costs feat. Patti Lupari | Get Rich Slow Club

In this episode, Tash and Ana host a special guest: Patti Lupari from Patti on the Money. Read the summary below, or scr...

4 July 2023

Tash & Ana

6 min read

0 likes

0 views

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What it takes to build a million dollar portfolio

A $1 million portfolio is, understandably, an oft-cited target for many long term investors. To help you in your quest t...

27 June 2023

Dave Gow

5 min read

5 likes

0 views

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What happens to unclaimed super?

Think you’ve lost some of your superannuation? You’re not the only one. Here’s some information to help you find your un...

9 November 2023

Oyelola Oyetunji

3 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Strong Money Australia’s June Investing Q&A

It’s time for a June investing Q&A check-in with Dave Gow from Strong Money Australia! Join us for his answers to some o...

17 June 2023

Dave Gow

5 min read

0 likes

0 views

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What "financial independence, retire early" actually means

"Financial independence, retire early" (or FIRE) has been making waves in the personal finance world. But what does it a...

9 June 2023

Nick Nicolaides

7 min read

0 likes

2 views

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The down-to-earth guide to super withdrawal

Considering your super withdrawal options? Got questions about the process? This is a simple, accessible guide to help y...

9 November 2023

Oyelola Oyetunji

3 min read

0 likes

0 views

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How to retire early in Australia

Have you ever wondered how to retire early in Australia? In this article, we're going to dive into the world of early re...

16 May 2023

Ana Kresina

4 min read

2 likes

0 views

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Should I contribute extra to my super account?

Yet to decide whether to contribute extra to super? There are a few factors to consider when making extra contributions ...

7 November 2023

Oyelola Oyetunji

3 min read

0 likes

0 views

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How money beliefs can affect your finances | Get Rich Slow Club

Do you believe that investing is only for the rich and privileged? Or that talking about money is taboo? If so, you migh...

9 May 2023

Tash & Ana

5 min read

0 likes

0 views

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"Should I save or invest, and how can I set up financial goals?" | Get Rich Slow Club

Are you unsure whether to save, or invest? In this latest episode of Get Rich Slow Club podcast, hosts Tash and Ana talk...

2 May 2023

Tash & Ana

6 min read

2 likes

5 views

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How to understand the stock market | Get Rich Slow Club

Join Tash and Ana as explore how to understand the stock market. To listen to the full podcast, skip to the bottom!

26 April 2023

Tash & Ana

8 min read

5 likes

6 views

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How can I calculate my after-tax super contributions?

This article provides information to help you determine how to calculate the after-tax super contributions you need to b...

6 November 2023

Oyelola Oyetunji

2 min read

0 likes

0 views

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How to choose between investing strategies | Get Rich Slow Club

In this episode of Get Rich Slow Club, Tash and Ana detail some of the most common investing strategies. Scroll to the b...

18 April 2023

Tash & Ana

7 min read

3 likes

0 views

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Welcome to the Get Rich Slow Club Podcast

Pearler and Tash Invests have just launched the Get Rich Slow Club podcast. In this article, the podcast co-hosts Tash a...

4 April 2023

Tash & Ana

5 min read

8 likes

0 views

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Pearler Headstart: What’s the difference between investing on behalf of your child, and investing with your child in mind?

So, you’re opening a Pearler Headstart account to invest for your child. Well done on giving your child a headstart on t...

28 February 2023

Ana Kresina

3 min read

0 likes

3 views

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How to make financial independence inevitable

Every now and then, it can feel as if life is conspiring to thwart our financial independence goals. Luckily, the formul...

3 January 2023

Dave Gow

5 min read

5 likes

0 views

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How to grow your portfolio faster

Are you looking to learn how to grow your portfolio faster? In this article, Dave Gow from Strong Money Australia share...

20 December 2022

Dave Gow

5 min read

3 likes

0 views

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Shares vs property | Which should I invest in, when?

When deciding how to invest for the future, it can be easy to view the topic as “shares vs property”. As is often the ca...

13 December 2022

Kurt Walkom

7 min read

3 likes

0 views

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How to reach financial independence with Pearler

You’ve decided you want to learn how to reach financial independence. Awesome. Welcome to the community! But where to be...

6 September 2022

Ana Kresina

8 min read

5 likes

0 views

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The Pearler Exchange: How this forum helps you on your investment journey

The Pearler Exchange is an online investment forum. That's it. Not the most exciting intro, sure, but that's what it is....

28 July 2022

Nick Nicolaides

7 min read

1 like

0 views

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A Pocketbook alternative is coming to Pearler

You may have heard that Pocketbook is closing on 5th August. It's been a much loved personal money manager, and it will ...

25 July 2022

Ana Kresina

2 min read

1 like

0 views

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What Does Financial Independence Mean?

Have you ever heard the term financial independence (or FI) and wondered: “What does financial independence mean?” In th...

14 July 2022

Dave Gow

5 min read

0 likes

0 views

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"Can I Share My Invite Code?" Six Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Do

Are you wondering if ASIC’s regulations impact your ability to chat with friends about your finances; ETFs or stocks; or...

12 July 2022

Ana Kresina

5 min read

0 likes

0 views

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How Investors Can Prepare for Tax Time

Still haven't submitted your tax return? Join us as financial advisor and Pivot Wealth founder Ben Nash shares his insig...

4 August 2022

Ben Nash

2 min read

1 like

1 view

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5 Timeless Money Lessons for FY23 and Beyond

Great news! The wise and mighty Owen Raszkiewicz has made a cameo on the Pearler blog to reflect on the financial year. ...

28 June 2022

Owen Raszkiewicz, Rask Finance

4 min read

0 likes

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Life and Money in the Time of COVID-19: Aussie FI Roundup

How COVID-19 is impacting the Aussie FI community & tips to get you through.

10 December 2020

Kurt Walkom

13 min read

0 likes

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How to simpli-FI your investment strategy

Retail investors should adopt a passive investment strategy as reports have shown that active investors tend to under pe...

10 December 2020

Kurt Walkom

5 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Renting is not dead money

Renting is not dead money - Kurt helps us realise that everyone doesn’t need to aspire to buy property.

10 December 2020

Kurt Walkom

6 min read

0 likes

0 views

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The Complete Guide to Franking Credits

This article explains what franking credits are, how to calculate franking credits and how our franking credits calculat...

10 December 2020

Kurt Walkom

2 min read

0 likes

1 view

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How often should I invest?

This article covers how often to invest, how to invest a lump sum, and how our investing frequency calculator works.

10 December 2020

Kurt Walkom

9 min read

1 like

5 views

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COVID-19's impact on long-term investors and FI-seekers

Big-picture overview of the impact of coronavirus on financial markets and whether long-term investors should re-evaluat...

10 December 2020

Kurt Walkom

6 min read

0 likes

0 views

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Can leveraged ETFs accelerate time-to-FI?

This article explores whether an internally geared ETF can accelerate time-to-FI.

10 December 2020

Kurt Walkom

8 min read

1 like

1 view

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Aussie FIRE: The Introduction

For most people, FIRE is attainable. Doesn’t matter if you’re a bricky or a barrister, a nurse or a neurologist, or some...

10 December 2020

Kurt Walkom

2 min read

0 likes

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