Since the creation of the first company, nothing has created more wealth for more people than investing in companies. A lot of this wealth creation is due to the awesome power of compounding. In this episode, Alec and Bryce break down how this works, and look at how compounding has historically held true across the US and Australian markets. Also, Einstein agrees... “Compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world. He who understands it, earns it; he who doesn't, pays it.” ***** Make su...
Feb 22, 2021•30 min•Season 3Ep. 30
In this episode we sit down with Phil Muscatello from the podcast 'Shares for Beginners', for a dual interview, where we compare notes about starting an investing podcast, favourite guests we've talked to, our biggest learning curves, and developing investing philosophies. ***** Any views expressed by the podcast host or any guest are their own and do not represent the views of Equity Mates Media or any other employer or associated organisation. Always remember, all information contained in this...
Feb 18, 2021•43 min•Season 3Ep. 29
In this episode we speak to Equity Mates community member, Candice, about her investing journey. Candice shares her experience getting started and her goal to achieve financial independence and retire early. We break down the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement and understand how Candice puts the lessons she’s learnt into practice with her investing decisions. We also bust some common investing myths and Candice shares some of her favourite resources that helped her get st...
Feb 15, 2021•31 min•Season 3Ep. 28
On Valentine's Day, we'll be launching our latest podcast, Meet Pay Love . In this special bonus episode, we meet our newest hosts, Carmel and Zoe, and chat to them about the idea and concepts behind the podcast. Focused on the complexities of romance and money, their aim is to create an engaging and safe space to break down gender roles and stereotypes around money, whilst educating and normalising the conversation! Because, the biggest financial decision you’ll make is who you spend the rest o...
Feb 11, 2021•12 min•Season 3Ep. 28
On Get Started Investing, We've kind of talked about this topic before, but we thought it was important to revisit WHY we invest. Because as everyday people we can benefit from the pioneering work of the best minds in the world, simply by buying shares in their companies. Instead of working *for* the companies - relying on them to approve our pay rises - we can flip the script. Get the best CEOs to work for you, all you need to do is buy their shares. ***** Any views expressed by the podcast hos...
Feb 08, 2021•25 min•Season 3Ep. 27
This is Get Started Investing, the podcast where they cover ALL the basics that you need to start your investing journey. We unpack all the jargon and confusing bits, hear your investing stories, so hopefully, it'll make investing less intimidating - and help you have a good time along the way. Today it's a 'welcome back' to the GSI feed, as we talk about the year that we have planned for 2021. Then as Australia is about to head into reporting season, we ask 'What exactly is that, and why should...
Feb 01, 2021•24 min•Season 3Ep. 1
The most common question we are asked is 'what broker should I use? " So, we've teamed up with Superhero to help answer this question, once and for all! Broker Basics with Superhero is a 3-part series, with questions crowdsourced from the Equity Mates Community. We’ll be covering: Fundamentals of Brokers Choosing the right broker for you Making a trade and managing your portfolio. This is going to be your one stop shop for ALL of your broker questions. We’ve brought in an expert from Super...
Dec 13, 2020•30 min•Season 2Ep. 25
The most common question we are asked is 'what broker should I use? " So, we've teamed up with Superhero to help answer this question, once and for all! Broker Basics with Superhero is a 3-part series, with questions crowdsourced from the Equity Mates Community. We’ll be covering: Fundamentals of Brokers Choosing the right broker for you Making a trade and managing your portfolio. This is going to be your one stop shop for ALL of your broker questions. We’ve brought in an expert from Super...
Dec 13, 2020•46 min•Season 2Ep. 24
The most common question we are asked is 'what broker should I use? " So, we've teamed up with Superhero to help answer this question, once and for all! Broker Basics with Superhero is a 3-part series, with questions crowdsourced from the Equity Mates Community. We’ll be covering: Fundamentals of Brokers Choosing the right broker for you Making a trade and managing your portfolio. This is going to be your one-stop shop for ALL of your broker questions. We’ve brought in an expert from Super...
Dec 13, 2020•35 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Over three episodes, we’re going to be doing a Broker Basics with Superhero. We crowdsourced your questions from the Equity Mates Community and included a few of our own. We’ll be covering Fundamentals of Brokers Choosing the right broker for you Making a trade and managing your portfolio. This is going to be your one stop shop for ALL of your broker questions. We’ve brought in an expert from Superhero to help us through it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 06, 2020•2 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Equity Mates Media is excited to be launching a new show for the Equity Mates Community. Comedian V Economist is everything you've wanted to know about the economy but are too bored to ask. In this bonus episode, we sit down with the two hosts - brothers comedian Adam and Thomas the economist. We hear about the reasons for starting the show, their ambitions and what we can expect from the first couple of episodes. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast by searching 'Comedian V Economist' in your...
Nov 16, 2020•20 min•Season 2Ep. 21
ETFs For Beginners with BetaShares is a series to help you understand everything you need to know about ETFs when you're starting your investing journey. Over 3 episodes we unpack all the kay elements from the basics, through to the administration after you buy. In this episode we sit down with Alistair Mills from BetaShares, to discuss all the aspects you need to know about managing your portfolio of ETFs. We cover: Some of the key considerations individual investors must factor in when buildin...
Oct 19, 2020•37 min•Season 2Ep. 20
ETFs For Beginners with BetaShares is a series to help you understand everything you need to know about ETFs when you're starting your investing journey. Over 3 episodes we unpack all the kay elements from the basics, through to the administration after you buy. In this episode we sit down with Adam O'Connor to unpack the often overwhelming universe of ETFs and the options available to you. We cover: Why would an investor choose to include ETFs in their portfolio Pro’s and con’s of ETFs compared...
Oct 19, 2020•31 min•Season 2Ep. 19
ETFs For Beginners with BetaShares is a series to help you understand everything you need to know about ETFs when you're starting your investing journey. Over 3 episodes we unpack all the kay elements from the basics, through to the administration after you buy. In this episode we sit down with Ele De Vere from BetaShares, to walk through the basics. We cover: What is an ETF Why ETFs are a good option for beginners ETF and index terminology Dividends and dividend reinvestment plans Understanding...
Oct 19, 2020•26 min•Season 2Ep. 18
As part of the launch of our Get Started Investing: ETFs For Beginners series, we held a 'Build An ETF' competition. The rules were simple: submit an idea for an ETF that is unique, has room for growth and would be appealing to investors. We were flooded with entries of all sorts, covering everything from sport, retail, sustainability to alternative assets and sin stocks! We created a shortlist of our favourites, and in this episode we announce some of them, and finish by announcing the winner, ...
Oct 18, 2020•23 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Over three episodes, we track the journey of a millennial, who has never invested before, but knows it’s the right thing to do. We cover the basics, what he can invest in, answer all of his questions, and then watch as he finally pulls the trigger on something more meaningful than a 60-inch 4K computer monitor! Hopefully by the end of these 3 episodes, you too will be inspired to take your first step into the markets, as we show you how easy it can be, particularly thanks to technology and apps ...
Oct 12, 2020•27 min•Season 2Ep. 16
We're about to launch our ETFs For Beginners series. Hear what it's all about and make sure you subscribe to Get Started Investing so you don't miss it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 08, 2020•5 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Over three episodes, we track the journey of a millennial, who has never invested before, but knows it’s the right thing to do. We cover the basics, what he can invest in, answer all of his questions, and then watch as he finally pulls the trigger on something more meaningful than a 60-inch 4K computer monitor! Hopefully by the end of these 3 episodes, you too will be inspired to take your first step into the markets, as we show you how easy it can be, particularly thanks to technology and apps ...
Oct 05, 2020•44 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Over the next three episodes, we’re going to track the journey of a millennial, who has never invested before, but knows it’s the right thing to do. We’re going to cover the basics, what he can invest in, answers all of his questions, and then watch as he finally pulls the trigger on something more meaningful than a 60-inch 4K computer monitor! Hopefully by the end of these 3 episodes, you too will be inspired to take your first step into the markets, as we show you how easy it can be, particula...
Sep 28, 2020•34 min•Season 2Ep. 13
You've made it to the end of Get Started Investing. We hope this series has helped you get started on your investing journey. In this final episode we are closing out the series by wrapping up the key themes and sharing some advice we have collected while doing the podcast. Just because the series has come to an end, doesn't mean your listening to the Equity Mates team has to. Come across to the Equity Mates Investing Podcast and continue your journey. We speak to experts, break down key concept...
Jan 14, 2020•21 min•Season 1Ep. 12
What does it take to build a great portfolio? This episode we debunk the myth that you need to be an expert to build a great portfolio. The truth is, it's simple, as long as you're dedicated, do your own research and are prepared to have some fun. We discuss the simple building blocks that we think are fundamental to building a portfolio and that are achievable for the beginner. In this episode you will learn: What is an investing portfolio The 4 pillars for building a portfolio - goals, risk, d...
Jan 12, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Now that you've found a company you'd like to buy, there are a few things to consider when buying, and selling. In this episode you will learn: How do I then buy the shares? How do I sell the shares? Types of orders; what are they and what's their purpose: market order, limit order and stop order How do I know when is a good time to buy? Dollar cost averaging How do I know when is a good time to sell? Head to the Get Started Investing website for more info. Want more? Subscribe to Equity Mates I...
Jan 07, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 10
We've taken the plunge and put money into the stock market through an index fund. Now it is time to take the next step and buy our first company. There are thousands of companies on offer just in Australia, with hundreds of thousands of companies available across the globe (latest estimates 630,000). With so much choice, no one can research every company. So we introduce three simple ways to cut down that number of companies to a far more manageable list. This is the daunting part for a lot of p...
Jan 05, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 9
One of the best and worst things about investing in the 21st century: there is never a shortage of information. You can find more facts and opinions on a company than you'll never need, but it also means you can get lost in this sea of conflicting opinions. One Equity Mates guest referred to it as the "firehose of information" which we think sums it up quite nicely. To manage this information flow, the important skill is not being able to find information but finding the right information. In th...
Dec 31, 2019•29 min•Season 1Ep. 8
At Equity Mates we are the only media company with an official policy on jargon. We hate it and officially are against it. A lot of people in the finance thrive when their clients don't understand what is being discussed and don't know what questions to ask. So, pardon the jargon, but here is some you need to know. More importantly, at the end of this episode, we explain how we figure out what jargon mean when we come across terms we're unfamiliar with. This will help you do the same next time y...
Dec 29, 2019•26 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Halfway through this series and we're only just getting to 'buying your first stock'. What have we been talking about... The theme of this episode is all about 'just getting started'. In the spirit of this we are introducing the concept of an index. An index is the perfect opportunity to take the indecision out of getting into the market and giving you access to hundreds of great companies all in one easy trade. It is the perfect way to just get started! In this episode you will learn: What Bryc...
Dec 24, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The first decision every investor has to make, whether you are Warren Buffett or a new investor. We all start our investing journey with the same first step - choosing a broker. To make a trade in the share market you have to go through a broker, and with technology these days there has never been more choice. So in this episode we answer the big question, "how do I actually buy shares?". We then break down all the factors you should consider so you can be confident in making the first choice in...
Dec 22, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 5
The beauty of investing is the world of choice that is available to you. Technology has broken down barriers and it has never been easier to access all of the opportunity that is out there. From Australian property to Asian stocks, European bonds to American currency, we can now buy all of these online. With so much opportunity at our fingertips the hardest part is knowing where to start. So in this episode we break down some of the key assets that you can invest in (and one that you shouldn't!)...
Dec 17, 2019•25 min•Season 1Ep. 4
We understand how you might be feeling right now - that you don't know enough about investing and the markets to get started. Let us comfort you by saying it is ok to feel like this. Investing is a life-long journey, and you will continue to learn more and more as you go. At this point you know why we're investing and hopefully have picked up some good savings habits. So, in this episode we get into the heart of investing and start unpacking all the basics In this episode you will learn: What is...
Dec 15, 2019•27 min•Season 1Ep. 3
One of the most common reasons we hear from people not investing is that they don't have enough money. In this episode we will prove to you why this is certainly not the case, and why learning to save is critical to getting started investing. We'll also share some of our money saving tips that help us keep on top of our savings. In this episode you will learn: How much money you need to get started Money saving tips How Bryce & Alec both manage their savings The 'Rule of Threes' Head to the ...
Dec 15, 2019•23 min•Season 1Ep. 2
