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As I write this, I’m on the island of Langkawi in Malaysia.
Everything was going great until I got the flu.
So here I am, sitting in our hotel room feeling sorry for myself (working of all things!).
But enough about me, here’s my latest content for you…
First up, is a fresh round of investing Q&A, discussing:
— Dividends when prices fall
— Two questions on Property vs Shares
— Is VAS too risky?
— Investing through a business
— VGE or VEU?
— Aussie shares inside or outside super?
Read: Investing Q&A March 2025
STRONG MONEY PODCAST
My mini-launch party is still continuing for my new podcast.
Since the last newsletter dropped, here’s the latest episodes I’ve released…
#8: Questions, Complaints & Criticisms About Retiring Early
In this episode, we’ll tackle some of the pushback and criticisms people have about the idea of retiring early. I’ll address the doubts, concerns, and misconceptions that get thrown around and how you can navigate each of them.
Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or on my website.
#9: The Biggest Mistakes and Traps to Avoid As You Build Wealth
In this episode, we’ll explore some of the common mistakes and traps people fall into on their way to Financial independence. I’ll share how I fell into many of these traps myself, and how you can overcome them so they don’t derail your progress or throw your life off track.
Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or on my website.
#10: The Wealth Illusion – Acting Rich vs Being Rich
In this episode, we discuss how many people who look and act wealthy, have very little to their name. We unpack why that never used to be the case, and how social media and debt is creating a mirage. And of course, we’ll look at how you can take a different approach and get the best of both worlds.
Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or on my website.
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AUSSIE FIRE PODCAST
Time for another FI Case Study!
This time round, we take a look at a situation from a Melbourne couple in their late 20s.
They’ve been saving a good amount, but are now weighing up whether to focus on investing, buying a modest home, or buying their dream home, (since they plan to have kids in the future and are worried about being priced out of the market).
We discuss multiple different ways they could approach it and share our thoughts on what we’d do in the same scenario.
Listen now on Spotify or Apple.
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THOUGHTS OF THE WEEK
The biggest risk of all is not taking enough risk. More wealth is foregone by failing to invest than by investing and making mistakes. More personal satisfaction is foregone by following the herd than by following your own path.
True wealth isn’t about luxury, it’s about freedom. Without freedom, even the most opulent lifestyle just makes you a fancy slave.
Next time you hear an opinion, consider the person it’s coming from. Ask yourself: If I adopt the thinking of this person, is my life likely to be better or worse? Has their mindset actually helped them in life? If not, carefully consider whether their philosophy is a useful one to have.
