152. How Lacey retired early, and why you should take a mini-retirement
04/14/25 • 50 min
The idea of “early retirement” is going to mean different things to different people. For some, it offers a glimpse into a future of passion projects, community involvement, or a life of learning. To others, it will conjure visions of a beach, a deck chair, and a cocktail with a pointy umbrella.
Regardless of how it looks in your daydreams, one thing remains certain: early retirement won’t happen by accident. Fortunately, this episode’s guest has been there, done that, and come back to share her notes.
In this Get Rich Slow Club session, Tash and Ana chat with Lacey Filipich. Having reached work optional status in her early 30s, Lacey runs Money School – an organisation which teaches people of all ages the fundamentals of Financial Independence. In her chat with Tash and Ana, Lacey shares her top tips for reaching early retirement. She also makes the case for giving yourself a “mini-retirement” before you reach the finish line.
Disclaimer
Any advice is general and does not consider your financial situation needs, or objectives, so consider whether it’s appropriate for you. You should also consider seeking professional advice before making any financial decision.
Natasha Etschmann is an Authorised Representative #1299881 of Guideway Financial Services Pty Ltd AFSL#420367. Read the FSG available from https://tashinvests.com/links
Pearler is an Authorised Representative #1281540 of Sanlam Private Wealth Pty Ltd AFSL #337927. Read the FSG available from https://pearler.com/financial-services-guide
If you are considering any of the products we spoke about during the show, be sure to read the Product Disclosure Statement & Target Market Determination available from the product issuer’s website before deciding.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The idea of “early retirement” is going to mean different things to different people. For some, it offers a glimpse into a future of passion projects, community involvement, or a life of learning. To others, it will conjure visions of a beach, a deck chair, and a cocktail with a pointy umbrella.
Regardless of how it looks in your daydreams, one thing remains certain: early retirement won’t happen by accident. Fortunately, this episode’s guest has been there, done that, and come back to share her notes.
In this Get Rich Slow Club session, Tash and Ana chat with Lacey Filipich. Having reached work optional status in her early 30s, Lacey runs Money School – an organisation which teaches people of all ages the fundamentals of Financial Independence. In her chat with Tash and Ana, Lacey shares her top tips for reaching early retirement. She also makes the case for giving yourself a “mini-retirement” before you reach the finish line.
Disclaimer
Any advice is general and does not consider your financial situation needs, or objectives, so consider whether it’s appropriate for you. You should also consider seeking professional advice before making any financial decision.
Natasha Etschmann is an Authorised Representative #1299881 of Guideway Financial Services Pty Ltd AFSL#420367. Read the FSG available from https://tashinvests.com/links
Pearler is an Authorised Representative #1281540 of Sanlam Private Wealth Pty Ltd AFSL #337927. Read the FSG available from https://pearler.com/financial-services-guide
If you are considering any of the products we spoke about during the show, be sure to read the Product Disclosure Statement & Target Market Determination available from the product issuer’s website before deciding.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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151. We asked an economist about the housing crisis
Housing in Australia is expensive.
We don’t think any Australian with fewer than eight figures in their bank account would find this statement controversial. Simply compare the average income with the average home rental or purchase prices, and you can see the disparity.
We’ve talked about the housing crisis before on this podcast. But is Australia ACTUALLY in the grip of a housing crisis, or is the problem actually simpler than that?
At a glance, it might seem as if we’re splitting hairs. “Who CARES what we call it?” you might say. “Housing is too expensive; does it really matter whether we use the words ‘housing crisis’ to describe the problem?”
While it might feel nitpick-y, the definition we use can determine the solutions we should (and shouldn’t) pursue. So to better understand what we’re up against, Tash and Ana spend this session chatting with economist Dr Cameron Murray. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clearer idea of what’s happening in Australia’s housing market – and how it affects you.
Disclaimer
Any advice is general and does not consider your financial situation needs, or objectives, so consider whether it’s appropriate for you. You should also consider seeking professional advice before making any financial decision.
Natasha Etschmann is an Authorised Representative #1299881 of Guideway Financial Services Pty Ltd AFSL#420367. Read the FSG available from https://tashinvests.com/links
Pearler is an Authorised Representative #1281540 of Sanlam Private Wealth Pty Ltd AFSL #337927. Read the FSG available from https://pearler.com/financial-services-guide
If you are considering any of the products we spoke about during the show, be sure to read the Product Disclosure Statement & Target Market Determination available from the product issuer’s website before deciding.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Next Episode
153. Why the super industry is bad, and how to (possibly) fix the housing crisis
In Australia, talking about housing and complaining about the superannuation industry could be national sports. There’s a reason for this, of course: home ownership feels out of reach for many Aussies, and super funds have a history of hitting us with hidden fees. So, if these problems pose such issues, why isn’t anyone doing something about it?
In this episode, Tash and Ana speak to someone from the halls of power in which such change can occur. Whom you ask? Why, none other than Andrew Bragg – Senator for NSW and advocate for change to the Australian retirement system.
In their chat, Tash, Ana and Senator Bragg’s discuss many of the issues riddling Australia’s super industry. They also discuss national housing, cost of living, and Senator Bragg’s role plans for change.
Disclaimer
Any advice is general and does not consider your financial situation needs, or objectives, so consider whether it’s appropriate for you. You should also consider seeking professional advice before making any financial decision.
Natasha Etschmann is an Authorised Representative #1299881 of Guideway Financial Services Pty Ltd AFSL#420367. Read the FSG available from https://tashinvests.com/links
Pearler is an Authorised Representative #1281540 of Sanlam Private Wealth Pty Ltd AFSL #337927. Read the FSG available from https://pearler.com/financial-services-guide
If you are considering any of the products we spoke about during the show, be sure to read the Product Disclosure Statement & Target Market Determination available from the product issuer’s website before deciding.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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