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How we'd invest $5,000 today (December 2025)

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 each revea...

Boost My Budget: Simple changes to get on top of your spending

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 motivat...

An investors guide to Black Friday

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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-step guide...

How you can compare ETFs in 10 minutes

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

Worried about a stock market crash? Here's how to invest

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 some...

Beat your brain: 4 biases holding you back

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 (in...

Shares or property: which should you invest in first?

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 stoc...

We hate fees! Here are the Cheapest ETFs in Australia

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 over ...

Best savings accounts for October 2025

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 sti...

Pardon the Jargon: Index vs ETF vs Mutual Funds vs LIC

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Boost my Budget: Achieving your goals on a low income

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How you structure your cashflow is the key to achieving your savings goals, no matter your income. Becca dreams of sipping cocktails in Fiji, but...

A lifetime of good investing: Your 20s vs. 40s vs. 60s

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 retu...

How you can actually use inflation to your benefit: Inflation explained

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

How this YouTuber with 1M subs is building his wealth - Brandon from New Money

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 go...

Why we love index funds (and you should too)

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Pardon the jargon: Revenue vs Profit and why the difference matters

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 approach...

What is the stock market and how does it actually work?

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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"

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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. Sp...

"I broke every rule in the book": How Glen James lives on his terms

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“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 investi...

Why saving alone won't make you rich

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 ess...

How much money do you need to start investing?

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"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 inc...

We have a big announcement

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 Mate...

Could you be getting more for your savings? Australia’s best savings accounts - July 2025

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 en...

Everything you need to know about tax

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 invest...

Our best investments for FY26: Alternative assets (anything but stocks & bonds)

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the final episode of our Best Investing Ideas for FY26 series! And we’re bringing something a little different for your consideration.Steppin...

Our best investment ideas for FY26: Stocks

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 inspi...

Our best investment ideas for FY26: ETFs (that are not just our core!)

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“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 B...

Rebalancing your portfolio: what, why and how to nail it

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 always ch...

What to invest in when interest rates are cut

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

4 lessons from Warren Buffett that changed our lives

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

History's greatest investor - The man who turned $100 into $5.5 million and long time CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett, is retiring. So ...

2020 vs 2025: how our portfolios have changed

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“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 ...

Top Chinese tech ETFs we're watching in 2025

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When you hear the phrase "technology and innovation” there is probably one place that immediately comes to mind; Silicon Valley, California. But tha...

Zero to $1m in 10 years: How Queenie Tan invests

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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.&n...

Diversification: How to actually get it right

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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....

Best ETFs to invest in Asia: Active v Passive

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Asia is the fastest growing region in the world. And there’s more ways to invest in it now, than ever before. But with so much choice, comes a debat...

How to buy property without a mortgage

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if you could invest in property without saving for a deposit or applying for a mortgage? In this episode, we break down REITs (Real Estate I...

FIRE movement: 3 things we love and 3 things we hate

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Retiring early sounds like the dream, but is it actually realistic? Or even worth striving for? The FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) moveme...

Best ETFs for: Investing in Bitcoin

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Crypto ETFs; an easy way to invest in crypto, but are they the best way? We compared the best Bitcoin ETF listed on the ASX with buying cryptocur...

4 simple steps for anyone to pick great stocks

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Want to start investing in single stocks but don't know where to start? We’ve made a simple checklist to help you spot great companies. Listene...

Don't panic: Here's why time in the market beats timing the market

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re feeling nervous about the current market volatility, you’re not alone. In this episode, we explain why trying to time the market ra...

Buy the dip on US Tech? Which ETF is best: NDQ or US-100

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With US Tech companies stock prices dipping, is now a good time to invest? There are a couple of indexes that you can invest in if you want exposure t...

How we would invest our first $5000 today

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If we had $5,000 to start our investment portfolio from scratch today, what would we buy? We’ve been given that very challenge by Betashares Di...

We reveal our 2025 investment performance - here's the strategy that works

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s been an uncertain start to 2025, but how have our portfolios performed so far? In this episode, we break down our real portfolio results, what’...

Top 4 gold ETFs in Australia: GOLD, QAU, PMGOLD, NUGG explained

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gold prices are surging and Gold ETFs are the easiest way to invest in this beloved commodity- without the hassle of buying and storing physical gold....

Dividend investing: how to build passive income with ETFs & Stocks

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's the most popular ways to generate long-term passive income, but what is dividend investing? And how can you use dividends to start building passi...

Is my super performing? How much do I need to retire? Your superannuation questions answered

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Superannuation, we all (should!) have it, but are you making the most of it? However you're thinking about super- optimizing for retirement, cons...

What is the best ETF to invest in India? IIND vs NDIA

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

India is the world's most populous nation and fastest growing large economy. With its stock market having doubled in the past 5 years, it is a market ...

How to save thousands and wipe out your mortgage

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a mortgage holder, you know all too well the frustration of paying hundreds of thousands in interest over the life of your home loan. But di...

Index Funds or ETFs, what's the difference?

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Understanding the difference between index funds, ETFs, actively managed funds or even thematic funds can be confusing. But once it clicks, a whole lo...

Best ETFs for: Riding the AI boom

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

AI is arguably the most compelling reason to be an investor today. With trillions of dollars expected to be made, how can investors set themselves up ...

The 3 biggest investing lies costing you money

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to start investing but have something that’s been holding you back? We want to help you to get out of your own way and start. In to...

How we're investing for 2025 | Summer Series

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How are you planning to build your wealth this year? We're kicking off the year with a 5-part series designed to get you feeling confident about your ...

Top ETFs and our stock watchlists for 2025 | Summer Series

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’re unpacking the ETFs and stocks that could help you build a winning portfolio this year. In this episode you will:Learn about 3 common portfolio...

The best brokers, savings accounts & investing apps for 2025 | Summer Series

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Using the best tools can make all the difference to your financial success. In this episode we go through the top 5 High Interest Saving Accounts, Inv...

Building wealth starts with saving more | Summer Series

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're kicking off the year with a 5-part series designed to get you feeling confident about your financial future by helping you set up 2025 as your b...

Make 2025 your best yet: The financial health check | Summer Series

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to make 2025 your best financial year yet?We're kicking off the year with a 5-part series designed to transform your financial confidence and se...

How our portfolios went in 2024

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s our final episode of the year, It’s time to get personal. After much chatter from our Equity Mates Community…we reveal how our Portfolios p...

It's not too late to maximise your super in 2024

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The year is almost over, but the chance to give your superannuation a boost is not over yet! In this episode we go through the steps you can take toda...

ETF Explained: Ren's first ETF (still holding) - Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF (HACK)

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is Betashares Global Cyber Security ETF (HACK) the best thematic etf on the asx? In this episode we try to answer that question. With trillions of dol...

We review the hottest new ETFs of 2024

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Aussie ETF market is booming! With over 50 new ETFs launched in 2024 and nearly 400 in total now available, it’s easy to overlook some great opt...

5 timeless investing rules everyone must know

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Some people will tell you Investing is a fast moving, always changing, enigma-filled game. You might even sometimes feel that way, especially as a beg...

ETF Explained: Australia's most popular dividend ETF - Vanguard Australian Shares High Yield ETF (VHY)

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you are looking for ETFs focused on generating income, they are in no short supply. In this episode of ETF Explained; we breakdown one of the most ...

Best ETF's for quitting your job

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re dreaming of quitting the 9-5, ETF Investing is definitely a path you can take to get there. In this episode we take a look at the Best ETF...

How we would invest $5,000 right now

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

So, you’ve saved a chunk of cash ready to invest (very nice), but you aren’t sure what to do next? In this episode we answer listener Ellen’...

ETF Explained: VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT)

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Want to invest in US companies with a sustainable competitive advantage? We discuss a product designed to do just that: VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat E...

Same salary but Bryce saves 18% more - Our spending reviewed | PocketSmith

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you break down your budget to maximise the amount you’re saving and investing? In this episode we’re doing a quarterly review of our budget...

When we plan to retire

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When do we plan to retire and how do we invest as a result? That was the question we got that sparked a conversation about the different strategies yo...

ETF Explained: Vanguard U.S. Total Market Shares Index ETF (VTS)

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is this the best US ETF we’ve unpacked so far? In this ETF Explained, we look at Vanguard U.S. Total Market Shares Index ETF (VTS). Suggested by lis...

Best ETFs for: Investing in Australia - VAS vs A200

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

ETFs are a popular way to get diversified exposure to the Australian market; there are lots of solid options out there. But what are the best choices ...

4 steps to replace your salary with passive income

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Generating a passive income stream, enough to replace a salary, is the dream for many investors. But how realistic is it to actually get there? In thi...

ETF Explained: Betashares Diversified All Growth ETF (DHHF)

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are back with another ETF Explained; covering one of the most popular ETFs in our facebook community, suggested by listener James; Betashares ...

"I wish I knew this earlier" - We help a beginner investor build her portfolio

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You don't have to be an expert to invest! Yet there are so many questions and roadblocks that come up when you start investing. In this episode we ans...

Our 5 best money hacks to save for your next holiday | Singapore Airlines

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s that time of year where the lucky holiday makers who escaped Aussie winter for summer in the northern hemisphere are returning. Our FOMO is fad...

ETF Explained: iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV)

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're back with another episode in our ETF Explained series. This time, we unpack one of the most popular ETFs in Australia, the iShares core s&p ...

Best ETFs for: becoming a millionaire

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Investing is a tried and tested way to build wealth, even to become a millionaire. But do you need a complicated investing strategy to get there? What...

Is this the best portfolio set up? How we use core and satellite

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we answer a question from listener Anna about how to get the balance right between Core and Satellite stocks in your portfolio. So we ...

ETF Explained: JPMorgan Global Equity Premium Income Complex ETF (JEGA)

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are back with another ETF Explained, a series where we dive into one ETF to better understand it and give you the skills to analyse any ETF. T...

What this financial expert wishes she knew before having kids | Kid's Ain't Cheap with Ana Kresina

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode we look at one of the biggest financial decisions you will make: Parenthood. To unpack how much it ACTUALLY costs to have a kid a...

ETF Explained: JP Morgan US 100Q Equity Premium Income Active ETF (JPEQ)

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are back with another ETF Explained, a series where we dive into one ETF to better understand it and give you the skills to analyse any ETF.  ...

Can the ASX stop sending us letters!?

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we answer a question from listener Austin; Why does he get so many letters in the mail about his investments? Couldn’t this all be i...

ETF Explained: JPMorgan Equity Premium Income Active ETF (JEPI)

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are back with another ETF Explained, a series where we dive into one ETF to better understand it and give you the skills to analyse any ETF. T...

5 things we wish we knew before investing (that we've never shared before)

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have learnt many lessons about investing since we began our journeys, and shared many of them too. In this episode of Get Started Investing, w...

ETF Explained: VanEck MSCI International Quality ETF (QUAL)

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are back with another ETF Explained, a series on Get Started Investing where we dive into one ETF to understand it and give you the skills to analy...

Best ETFs For: above-average growth

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're back for the next episode in our new series, Best ETFs for. In these episodes we'll be diving deep into the world of ETFs and unpacking which pr...

Why should I Dollar Cost Average?

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA) is a foundational investing strategy, it can be a powerful tool to grow your portfolio. But what is DCA? And how do y...

ETF Explained: Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF (VDHG)

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our new series: Inside the ETF. In each episode we're diving deep on one ETF to understand what it is suitable for, who should invest in it...

Interview: Natasha Etschmann (aka Tash Invests) on how to not work forever

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Financial freedom. Choice. Building the life you want. For many these are the reasons we invest. On today's episode we speak to Natasha Etschmann (aka...

Who is Vanguard, Betashares or iShares & how do I buy an ETF?

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's question comes from Emily in Sydney: "Who is Vanguard, Betashares and iShares? How do I actually buy an ETF?"That is what we are answering on ...

ETF Explained: Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS)

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our new series: Inside the ETF. In each episode we're diving deep on one ETF to understand what it is suitable for, who should invest in it...

Which broker should I sign up with?

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is the #1 question we get here: what broker should I sign up with? In today's episode we answer the question in detail. We cover:What are the opt...

Best ETFs for: a house deposit

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're introducing a new episode type to Get Started Investing, Best ETF for. In these episodes we'll be diving deep into the world of ETFs and unpacki...

Bryce v Ren: Who's super fund has done better | Financial Check-up

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the final episode of our financial check-up we turn our attention to our superannuation funds.Superannuation is one of those things that is easily ...

Fees: What we pay and what we NEVER will | Financial Check-up

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

At Equity Mates we hate fees! Sometimes at surface level they don’t seem like a lot. But the fact is, over a lifetime of investing, fees can signifi...

What we're buying in FY25 | Financial Check-up

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our financial check-up continues, as we get closer to the end of the financial year. Last episode we looked back, and in this episode we're looking fo...