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Aussie FIRE eBook & Podcast

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How to optimise your home price for FIRE | Au...

How to optimise your home price for FIRE | Aussie FIRE

Dave and Hayden, Aussie FIRE

2024-11-22

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5 min read

How to optimise your home price for FIRE | Aussie FIRE

In this episode, Dave and Hayden ponder whether it's worth getting a more expensive home, or buying a cheaper one and in...

Dave and Hayden, Aussie FIRE

2024-11-22

5 min read

Aussie FIRE investing mistakes we've made

Investing mistakes we've made (and what we've...

Investing mistakes we've made (and what we've learned) | Aussie FIRE

Dave and Hayden, Aussie FIRE

2024-11-04

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6 min read

Investing mistakes we've made (and what we've learned) | Aus...

In this episode of Aussie FIRE, Dave and Hayden recap some of their biggest investing mistakes and their key takeaways. ...

Dave and Hayden, Aussie FIRE

2024-11-04

6 min read

Singles vs couples: which is better for FI? |...

Singles vs couples: which is better for FI? | Aussie FIRE

Dave and Hayden, Aussie FIRE

2024-10-09

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7 min read

Singles vs couples: which is better for FI? | Aussie FIRE

Who has the edge in reaching Financial Independence: singles or couples? Hayden and Dave dive into the potential pros an...

Dave and Hayden, Aussie FIRE

2024-10-09

7 min read

Financial Independence

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November Investing Q&A with Strong Money Aust...

November Investing Q&A with Strong Money Australia

Dave Gow, Strong Money Australia

2024-10-30

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8 min read

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...

Dave Gow, Strong Money Australia

2024-10-30

8 min read

Capital growth vs income: which is better for...

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

Kurt Walkom

2024-10-04

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7 min read

Capital growth vs income: which is better for Financial Inde...

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

Kurt Walkom

2024-10-04

7 min read

Location or size: which is more valuable in a...

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

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-10-03

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7 min read

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...

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-10-03

7 min read

Long Term Investing

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Federal Government protecting investments

How does the Federal Government protect my in...

How does the Federal Government protect my investments?

Ana Kresina

2024-12-19

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6 min read

How does the Federal Government protect my investments?

In this article, you'll earn how your ASX-listed shares and super are protected by various government bodies and measure...

Ana Kresina

2024-12-19

6 min read

Fixed term deposits vs ETFs: how do they stac...

Fixed term deposits vs ETFs: how do they stack up against each other?

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-12-07

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8 min read

Fixed term deposits vs ETFs: how do they stack up against ea...

Fixed term deposits or ETFs: which option suits your goals? Explore the key differences and see how each could fit into ...

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-12-07

8 min read

IVV vs NDQ: how do the two ETFs compare?

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-11-27

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6 min read

IVV vs NDQ: how do the two ETFs compare?

Discover the qualities, strengths and risks of investing in IVV vs NDQ. Here’s how these ETFs could align with your jour...

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-11-27

6 min read

First Time Investors

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What does the Australian Prudential Regulatio...

What does the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) do?

Nick Nicolaides

2024-11-29

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4 min read

What does the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (AP...

Ever wondered who ensures your super and bank accounts are safe? Meet the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (AP...

Nick Nicolaides

2024-11-29

4 min read

What is a core ETF? | Definitions for investi...

What is a core ETF? | Definitions for investing

Cathy Sun

2024-11-13

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6 min read

What is a core ETF? | Definitions for investing

Thinking of investing in core ETFs, or simply wanting to know how they work? Consider this your ultimate core ETF guide.

Cathy Sun

2024-11-13

6 min read

How to start investing with $5 | Get Rich Slo...

How to start investing with $5 | Get Rich Slow Club

Tash and Ana, Get Rich Slow Club

2024-10-16

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5 min read

How to start investing with $5 | Get Rich Slow Club

Tash and Ana explore how micro-investing allows beginners to start small, build confidence, and learn the basics of inve...

Tash and Ana, Get Rich Slow Club

2024-10-16

5 min read

Shares & Crypto

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Why is mining such a big industry in Australi...

Why is mining such a big industry in Australia?

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-10-16

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8 min read

Why is mining such a big industry in Australia?

Join us as we explore why Australia’s mining industry is such a powerhouse, and how it influences the economy.

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-10-16

8 min read

Why is banking such a big industry in Austral...

Why is banking such a big industry in Australia?

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-10-11

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8 min read

Why is banking such a big industry in Australia?

Why is the banking industry in Australia so powerful? Discover how history, regulation, and market trends have shaped it...

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-10-11

8 min read

Why have Nvidia shares grown in value so quic...

Why have Nvidia shares grown in value so quickly?

Cathy Sun

2024-10-03

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7 min read

Why have Nvidia shares grown in value so quickly?

The last 18 months have been fairly momentous for Nvidia's share price, so we're diving into why the tech giant has grow...

Cathy Sun

2024-10-03

7 min read

Ethical Investing

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Where do you stand on ethical or ESG investin...

Where do you stand on ethical or ESG investing? feat. Nick from Pearler | Get Ri...

Tash and Ana, Get Rich Slow Club

2024-02-08

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6 min read

Where do you stand on ethical or ESG investing? feat. Nick f...

In this Get Rich Slow Club episode, Pearler founder and CEO Nick Nicolaides is back to unpack trends and general views o...

Tash and Ana, Get Rich Slow Club

2024-02-08

6 min read

How investors can learn about what they're in...

How investors can learn about what they're investing in

Nick Nicolaides

2024-01-29

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4 min read

How investors can learn about what they're investing in

An increasing number of investors want to know what their funds do with the money they invest. That's why, in this artic...

Nick Nicolaides

2024-01-29

4 min read

How might climate change impact long-term inv...

How might climate change impact long-term investing?

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-02-04

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4 min read

How might climate change impact long-term investing?

Have you found yourself wondering how climate change might impact long-term investing? This article explores the differe...

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-02-04

4 min read

Debt

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How can I get a lower interest rate on my mor...

How can I get a lower interest rate on my mortgage?

Cathy Sun

2024-07-17

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3 min read

How can I get a lower interest rate on my mortgage?

Hoping to nab a lower interest rate on your mortgage? Here are a few ideas that could help you face less interest on you...

Cathy Sun

2024-07-17

3 min read

How do I get home loan pre-approval?

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-08-24

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6 min read

How do I get home loan pre-approval?

Here’s what you need to know about home loan pre-approval process. Follow along for step-by-step guidance and insights i...

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-08-24

6 min read

How long does home loan pre-approval last?

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-08-09

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8 min read

How long does home loan pre-approval last?

Looking to buy a home? Get the ins and outs of how long home loan pre-approvals last and discover what to do if it expir...

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-08-09

8 min read

Portfolios

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VGAD vs VGS: how do the two international fun...

VGAD vs VGS: how do the two international funds compare?

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-12-21

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7 min read

VGAD vs VGS: how do the two international funds compare?

Looking for international exposure? This guide breaks down VGAD vs VGS, helping you choose between stability with hedgin...

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-12-21

7 min read

VGS vs VDGR: How to compare the two ETFs

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-12-16

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7 min read

VGS vs VDGR: How to compare the two ETFs

Growth or stability? In this article, we explore VGS and VGDR to help you decide if either ETF fits with your long-term ...

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-12-16

7 min read

How do I choose between international ETFs?

Ana Kresina

2024-12-12

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7 min read

How do I choose between international ETFs?

Keen to invest beyond Australia's borders? Explore what to consider when choosing international ETFs for your portfolio.

Ana Kresina

2024-12-12

7 min read

Superannuation

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Why is superannuation considered "safe"?

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-11-06

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6 min read

Why is superannuation considered "safe"?

Is your retirement in safe hands? Learn about Australia’s super system and the protections designed to keep your retirem...

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-11-06

6 min read

Why invest in superannuation over ETFs?

Ana Kresina

2024-10-23

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7 min read

Why invest in superannuation over ETFs?

Learn the key benefits and drawbacks of superannuation and ETFs, and work out which investment option could be the right...

Ana Kresina

2024-10-23

7 min read

The history of superannuation: how it became ...

The history of superannuation: how it became a key part of retirement in Austral...

Nick Nicolaides

2024-10-22

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6 min read

The history of superannuation: how it became a key part of r...

Ever been curious about the history of superannuation? In this article, we explore what came before it in Australia, and...

Nick Nicolaides

2024-10-22

6 min read

Micro Investing

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How to choose between investing in Shares and...

How to choose between investing in Shares and Micro

Nick Nicolaides

2023-11-30

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5 min read

How to choose between investing in Shares and Micro

Wondering how to choose between investing in Shares and Micro? While there's no right or wrong answer, this article lays...

Nick Nicolaides

2023-11-30

5 min read

How to Transition from Spaceship to Pearler M...

How to Transition from Spaceship to Pearler Micro

Kurt Walkom

2024-07-27

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5 min read

How to Transition from Spaceship to Pearler Micro

If you'd like to know how to transition from Spaceship to Pearler Micro, this is the article for you.

Kurt Walkom

2024-07-27

5 min read

How to switch from Pearler Micro to Pearler S...

How to switch from Pearler Micro to Pearler Shares

Nick & Hayden

2024-06-23

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3 min read

How to switch from Pearler Micro to Pearler Shares

Something we get asked a lot is how to shift from Pearler Micro to Pearler Shares. If you’re ready to make the switch, t...

Nick & Hayden

2024-06-23

3 min read

Budgeting & Personal Finance

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Why did the property market in Australia beco...

Why did the property market in Australia become so expensive?

Cathy Sun

2024-12-14

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7 min read

Why did the property market in Australia become so expensive...

Ever wondered how Australia became home to one of the most expensive property markets in the world? This article is for ...

Cathy Sun

2024-12-14

7 min read

How do I apply for a home loan in Australia?

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-12-09

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8 min read

How do I apply for a home loan in Australia?

Not sure how to apply for a home loan? Our step-by-step guide takes you through each step, from pre-approval to settleme...

Oyelola Oyetunji

2024-12-09

8 min read

Should I spend less on my first home, or more...

Should I spend less on my first home, or more?

Ana Kresina

2024-12-05

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7 min read

Should I spend less on my first home, or more?

Buying your first home is an exciting but challenging milestone. Should you stretch your budget for a pricier home in ho...

Ana Kresina

2024-12-05

7 min read

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Here are Pearler's most popular ETFs in 2023

Here are Pearler's most popular ETFs in 2023

Nick & Hayden

Here are Pearler's most popular ETFs in 2023

Nick & Hayden

How to switch from Pearler Micro to Pearler S...

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Nick & Hayden

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Nick & Hayden

Aussie FIRE eBook & Podcast

How to optimise your home price for FIRE | Au...

How to optimise your home price for FIRE | Aussie FIRE

Dave and Hayden, Aussie FIRE

How to optimise your home price for FIRE | Aussie FIRE

Dave and Hayden, Aussie FIRE

Investing mistakes we've made (and what we've...

Investing mistakes we've made (and what we've learned) | Aussie FIRE

Dave and Hayden, Aussie FIRE

Investing mistakes we've made (and what we've learned) | Aus...

Dave and Hayden, Aussie FIRE

Singles vs couples: which is better for FI? |...

Singles vs couples: which is better for FI? | Aussie FIRE

Dave and Hayden, Aussie FIRE

Singles vs couples: which is better for FI? | Aussie FIRE

Dave and Hayden, Aussie FIRE

Financial Independence

November Investing Q&A with Strong Money Aust...

November Investing Q&A with Strong Money Australia

Dave Gow, Strong Money Australia

November Investing Q&A with Strong Money Australia

Dave Gow, Strong Money Australia

Capital growth vs income: which is better for...

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

Kurt Walkom

Capital growth vs income: which is better for Financial Inde...

Kurt Walkom

Location or size: which is more valuable in a...

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

Oyelola Oyetunji

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

Oyelola Oyetunji

Long Term Investing

How does the Federal Government protect my in...

How does the Federal Government protect my investments?

Ana Kresina

How does the Federal Government protect my investments?

Ana Kresina

Fixed term deposits vs ETFs: how do they stac...

Fixed term deposits vs ETFs: how do they stack up against each other?

Oyelola Oyetunji

Fixed term deposits vs ETFs: how do they stack up against ea...

Oyelola Oyetunji

IVV vs NDQ: how do the two ETFs compare?

IVV vs NDQ: how do the two ETFs compare?

Oyelola Oyetunji

IVV vs NDQ: how do the two ETFs compare?

Oyelola Oyetunji

First Time Investors

What does the Australian Prudential Regulatio...

What does the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) do?

Nick Nicolaides

What does the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (AP...

Nick Nicolaides

What is a core ETF? | Definitions for investi...

What is a core ETF? | Definitions for investing

Cathy Sun

What is a core ETF? | Definitions for investing

Cathy Sun

How to start investing with $5 | Get Rich Slo...