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Get Started Investing
Get Started Investing is here to help you make the most of your money.We cover all the basics that you need to start your investing journey. We unpack all the jargon and confusing bits, hear your investing stories, with the goal of making investing less intimidating - and we want to have a good time...
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How we'd invest $5,000 today (December 2025)
Still haven't started investing because you're not sure what to actually buy? We're solving that today.
In this episode, Ren and Simon e...
Boost My Budget: Simple changes to get on top of your spending
Hilda knows with the amount she’s earning- she should be saving more. But money is something she hates dealing with. Normally, she lacks the motivatio...
An investors guide to Black Friday
Black Friday and end of year sales are here and you have the opportunity to use it to your advantage.
In this episode we present our 3-s...
How you can compare ETFs in 10 minutes
If you’re stuck deciding which ETF to invest in, use our 5 steps to compare any ETF. In 10 mins you’ll have all the information you need to make the b...
Worried about a stock market crash? Here's how to invest
Feeling nervous about investing right now? That’s perfectly normal.
All time highs have been reached in many places as of late- It’s got...
Beat your brain: 4 biases holding you back
Investing isn’t just a financial game, it’s a mental one.
In fact, mindset is so pivotal to good investing, that if you’re yet to start...
Shares or property: which should you invest in first?
Should you invest in the stock market or buy property? It’s debate we’re here to settle.
In this episode we explain the role both property and s...
We hate fees! Here are the Cheapest ETFs in Australia
Fees are the silent killer of investing returns. Luckily, they’ve never been easier to avoid.
Even a tiny fee difference can cost you thousands...
Best savings accounts for October 2025
When’s the last time you checked your savings rate?
Some popular accounts have recently made changes, so it’s time to check that you’re still g...
Pardon the Jargon: Index vs ETF vs Mutual Funds vs LIC
Knowing what to invest in and how to invest in it, can get confusing. Not only are there now more options than ever, the terms used to describe them a...
The ultimate Superannuation checklist
If there’s one thing to get right in your financial life, it’s superannuation. It’s the biggest free kick you’ll ever get and worth bothering about.
Boost my Budget: Achieving your goals on a low income
How you structure your cashflow is the key to achieving your savings goals, no matter your income.
Becca dreams of sipping cocktails in Fiji, b...
A lifetime of good investing: Your 20s vs. 40s vs. 60s
What your portfolio looks like at 60 should be very different to 20, or even 40. Your investing should evolve as your life does. In this episode, we s...
The power of compounding and time in the market
Consistent returns and time. That's the recipe for the most powerful force available to an investor; compounding. You don’t need to chase crazy return...
How you can actually use inflation to your benefit: Inflation explained
It's a dreaded word in investing… Inflation. If you’ve felt the cost of living pinch, you’ll be no stranger to the corrosive effect of inflation on yo...
How this YouTuber with 1M subs is building his wealth - Brandon from New Money
YouTube is big business these days. In this episode we chat with finance creator Brandon van der Kolk who built a 1M+ subscriber channel; New Money. W...
Boost My Budget: Confessions of a shopaholic
Kara tracks every cent she spends in a detailed spreadsheet… yet still feels her budget’s slipping away.
With a single income, two kids, and the...
Why we love index funds (and you should too)
We don’t call ourselves ‘The Index Boys’ for nothing. Index funds are the bread and butter of how we invest. They’re low cost, diversified and make it...
Pardon the jargon: Revenue vs Profit and why the difference matters
Revenue and Profit might sound like the same thing, but they can tell very different stories about a company. In this episode, we cut through the jarg...
Why Dollar Cost Averaging wins every time
No one can predict the market, but anyone can Dollar Cost Average. In this episode we show you how.
This simple strategy is the ultimate approa...
What is the stock market and how does it actually work?
The stock market: A magical place where wealth is made. But when you buy a stock or an ETF- what actually happens? In this episode we explain in simpl...
Dividend Reinvestment Plans: The passive investing hack most people ignore
What if the shares you already own could help grow your portfolio faster? In this episode, we break down how Dividend Reinvestment Plans (DRPs) can qu...
Boost my Budget: Bringing accountability to this "parking fine princess"
In this instalment of Boost My Budget, we meet Chloe; 21 years old, self employed and the first to admit her money habits are a bit of a mess.
...
"I broke every rule in the book": How Glen James lives on his terms
“Hi, I’m Glen and I’m a recovering spender”,
Glen James has built a career helping Aussies feel confident with money, but his own investing jou...
Why saving alone won't make you rich
If you are only saving your money, you risk falling behind. You can’t argue the numbers- investing beats saving in the long term. They’re both essenti...
How much money do you need to start investing?
"I don’t have enough money to invest.” We hear this a LOT. It’s a common misconception that to be an investor, you have to be earning a high income or...
We have a big announcement
One of the biggest episodes in Equity Mates history. We have an exciting announcement to share.
It means big things for the future of Equity Ma...
Could you be getting more for your savings? Australia’s best savings accounts - July 2025
Chances are that right now, you have some amount of cash tucked in a savings account. But when was the last time you checked if it’s working hard enou...
Everything you need to know about tax
It’s Bryce’s favourite time of year, tax time! As an investor, it can get confusing, particularly if this is your first financial year investing.
Our best investments for FY26: Alternative assets (anything but stocks & bonds)
It’s the final episode of our Best Investing Ideas for FY26 series! And we’re bringing something a little different for your consideration.
Step...
Our best investment ideas for FY26: Stocks
In today's episode we continue our 'Best Investment Ideas For FY26' series - the ETFs and stocks that we’re watching or buying to help you get inspira...
Our best investment ideas for FY26: ETFs (that are not just our core!)
Looking for fresh investment ideas for the new financial year?
Over the next three episodes, we’ll be sharing our best investment ideas for FY2...
Boost My Budget: Professional money coach shocks couple in live budget review
“We want to enjoy life, drink great wine, go on holidays whenever we want… but we also want to save”
Introducing our brand new series; Boost My...
Rebalancing your portfolio: what, why and how to nail it
Even the most hands-off investors need a plan for staying on track. That's where rebalancing comes in.
Markets are always moving and life is al...
What to invest in when interest rates are cut
The RBA cut rates on Tuesday and it got us thinking- when interest rates are down, what are the best places to invest?
So we compiled a list of...
4 lessons from Warren Buffett that changed our lives
History's greatest investor - The man who turned $100 into $5.5 million and long time CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett, is retiring.
S...
2020 vs 2025: how our portfolios have changed
“What was I thinking?” “A shit show to be honest”,
The last 5 years have been a wild ride in markets. Our portfolios tell that story. Today we d...
Top Chinese tech ETFs we're watching in 2025
When you hear the phrase "technology and innovation” there is probably one place that immediately comes to mind; Silicon Valley, California. But that...
Zero to $1m in 10 years: How Queenie Tan invests
In 10 years of investing, Queenie Tan grew her net wealth to over a million dollars. In this episode we chat with Queenie about how she’s done it. Que...
Diversification: How to actually get it right
Diversification. It is one of the most common investing buzzwords. But too many investors are getting it wrong. After listening to this, you won't be....