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Market Crashes, Brokers going bust, and Owens model portfolios | Q&A with Gemma and Owen
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Topics covered today:
Listener questions answered:
What is going on with the share market right now?
Novated Lease update from last week's discussions
Is Owen Rask on Twitter? Why it pays to be cautious online.
What is a diversified portfolio? ETFs, asset allocation & risk.
What happens if Pearler or Stake go bust? Do you keep your shares?
Owen’s model portfolios vs. VDHG—which is better for you?
Loyalty programs & subscriptions—worth it or a waste?
Plus.. Gemma shares some big news!
Got questions? Send them in & subscribe for weekly episodes
Resources for this episode
Join the rask community- Free Rask Account sign up - Rask
Free investing courses - Beginner's ETF Investing Course and Beginner Shares course
ETFs Owen discussed - F100 and IVV
Rask Advice: http://www.rask.com.au/advice
Gemma's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gemmamitchell.finance/?hl=en
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Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith
View Betashares range of funds: https://bit.ly/beta-25
~~ Rask resources ~~
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Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan
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54:37
How to Build Passive Income with ETFs
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Tom Wickenden break down how to build passive income with ETFs. They cover:
What passive income is and how it works
The best ETFs for generating reliable income
How the 4% rule helps you reach financial freedom
Why diversification is essential for income stability
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Topics Covered & Timestamps
0:00 Welcome & Introduction
2:30 What is Passive Income?
6:45 How ETFs Can Pay You an Income
10:20 Understanding Yield & Distributions
15:30 The 4% Rule & Retiring Early
20:15 Common Passive Income Sources
25:10 The Risk of Chasing High Yield
30:40 Why Diversification Matters for Income
35:50 ETF Breakdown: QOZ (Smart Beta Aussie Shares)
40:20 ETF Breakdown: YMAX (Boosting Dividends with Options)
45:00 ETF Breakdown: MMKT (Cash Plus ETF – Better Than a Bank?)
48:30 ETF Breakdown: OZBD (Bonds for Income & Stability)
53:00 How to Structure a Passive Income Portfolio
58:15 Final Thoughts & How to Ask Your Finance Questions
Resources for this episode
📄 Learn more about passive income investing:
QOZ – Smart Beta Aussie Shares
YMAX – Yield Maximizer Fund
MMKT – Cash Plus ETF
OZBD – Composite Bond Fund
What is the 4% Rule for Retirement?
❓ Ask a question (select the Retirement podcast)
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🔗 Explore all Rask services
📋 Learn about Rask Financial Planning
📈 Start investing with Rask
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❓ Ask a question
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If you’re unsure, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG)
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46:19
The Power of Equality: It’s for All of Us
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Gemma Mitchell chats with Lacey Filipich, founder of MoneySchool, about International Women’s Day—what it really means, why it matters for everyone, and how gender equality benefits both women and men.
If you like this Australian Finance Podcast episode, you'll love the other episodes where we cover lots of areas to help your financial journey. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.
Topics covered today:
What International Women’s Day is and why it matters
What about International Men’s Day? (Spoiler: It’s Nov 19!)
The gender pay gap vs. equal pay – what’s the difference?
Financial challenges women face in pay, super, and investing
Why more women in leadership benefits everyone
How gender equality helps men too
One simple action to create change
Resources for this episode
Connect with Lacey-Money School | Financial independence and education
Learn more about IWD: International Women's Day 2025
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~~ Rask resources ~~
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Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan
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DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg
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55:50
Crystal ball on ETF performance, Market crashes in retirement & investing in business | Q&A with Gemma and Owen
If you like this Australian Finance Podcast episode and want to send in your questions- we’d love to hear from you. Remember we cant give personal advice so general questions are great and don't forget to get creative with your names!.
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Topics covered today:
Listener questions answered:
Should you consider your business an investment?
Should an emergency fund be in an offset account?
What happens if the market crashes and you're retired?
Can I cancel my financial adviser?
And Owens insights into which ETF he would love a crystal ball to sneak peak its future performance and why
Resources for this episode
Free business course
Rask Advice
Gemma's Instagram
ETFs mentioned by Owen: HACK, FOOD
Ask a question (select the Finance podcast)
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Join Pearler using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: https://bit.ly/Pearler
Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith
View Betashares range of funds: https://bit.ly/beta-25
~~ Rask resources ~~
All services: https://bit.ly/R-services
Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan
Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest
Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes
Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest
DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg
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35:06
RSUs: How can I get the most from my package?
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer at RASK, talks with James O'Reilly, from Northeast Wealth about how to maximise the financial outcomes from your RSUs and ESPP options.
If you like this Australian Finance Podcast episode on maximising your RSUs, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.
Topics covered today:
What are RSUs? How do they differ from ESPPs?
Why do RSUs exist and how do they work?
The inevitable tax complexities that accompany RSUs
Effectively managing cashflow
How can I ensure my RSUs help me to achieve my big financial goals?
Common mistakes made with RSUs
How you can take action today
Resources for this episode
Northeast Wealth’s free RSU Management spreadsheet:
Https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1d3KtS73aazJsS2OTj43VHPPG2Yqqsj_h/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=106053867535240111886&rtpof=true&sd=true
Video from James explaining how to use this: https://www.loom.com/share/dc24459682964b24961a2cdf664eccdb
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Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmith
~~ Rask resources ~~
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Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan
Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest
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DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg
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The Australian Finance Podcast is your guide to sorting out your finances, one episode at a time. Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer, & Gemma Mitchell, Senior Financial Adviser, bring you actionable strategies and knowledge that you can put into practice today. Save money, invest better and live life on your terms.
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New to the show? We recommend that you head back to our Starter Pack series of the podcast in Jan/Feb 2024, to get your head around some really important concepts! More advanced listeners might enjoy our other show, The Australian Investors Podcast.
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DISCLAIMER: The information in this podcast series is general financial information/advice only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms of Service and Financial Services Guide on www.rask.com.au/fsg.