The Wealthlab Podcast (Aust)

Phil and Scott discuss with world of financial planning, superannuation and how we think about growing and protecting your money.

The Wealthlab Podcast (Aust) is a business podcast hosted by Wealthlab Australia, with 23 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Wealthlab Australia hosts The Wealthlab Podcast (Aust), a business show with 23 episodes published.

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  Has Property Investing in Australia Just Changed Forever?

  May 21, 202613 minS0

  <p>Is investment property dead or are Australians just reacting emotionally to proposed tax changes? With negative gearing and capital gains tax reforms dominating headlines, many investors are struggling to work out whether property still makes sense as a long-term strategy.<br /><br />In this episode, Scott and Phil break down the proposed changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax, explain what the legislation is actually targeting, and compare property investing against alternative strategies like ETFs and managed funds. They also unpack the misinformation spreading online and why investment decisions should never be driven by panic alone.<br /><br />...

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  The Truth About Australia’s “Comfortable Retirement” Number

  May 14, 202623 minS0

  <p>You’ve probably heard the number: $730,000 for a “comfortable retirement.” But what does that actually mean and is it even realistic for your life? The problem is, this figure assumes you own your home outright, spend money consistently every year, and live to a specific age.<br /><br />In this episode, Scott and Phil unpack the famous ASFA retirement benchmark and explain what sits behind the headline number. They explore why the figure changed so dramatically in recent months, how inflation and housing costs are affecting retirees, and why your personal retirement target could be very different.<br /><br />You’ll...

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  Why Financial Advisors Aren’t Allowed to Say They’re Independent

  May 7, 202615 minS0

  <p>What does it actually mean when a financial adviser says they’re “independent” and why are most Australian advisers legally not allowed to use the term? It’s one of the most misunderstood parts of financial advice, especially for Australians trying to work out who they can trust. <br /><br />In this episode, Scott and Phil unpack how financial advice regulation works in Australia, why adviser commissions were largely banned years ago, and the strict legal rules around the word “independent.” They also explain how advisers select products, structure advice, and what clients should really be looking for when choosing an...

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  The Two Tests That Control Your Centrelink Pension

  Apr 30, 202623 minS0

  <p>Three key changes to the Age Pension happened at the same time but most people only noticed one. If you don’t understand how Centrelink actually assesses your situation, you could be making decisions that unintentionally reduce your pension.<br /><br />In this episode, Scott and Phil break down how the Age Pension really works from the assets test and income test, to deeming rates and recent rule changes. They also walk through real examples to show how small differences in your financial position can impact your entitlement.<br /><br />You’ll learn:<br /> - How Centrelink applies the asse...

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  Most Aussie Don’t Understand Their Super Insurance

  Apr 23, 202626 minS0

  <p>You probably already have insurance inside your super but do you actually know what it covers? For many Australians, this “set and forget” insurance can be misunderstood, underfunded, or not fit for purpose when it’s needed most.<br /><br />In this episode, Scott and Phil unpack how insurance inside super really works, what types of cover you may already have, and why it often doesn’t align with your actual financial needs. They also explain the key differences between default cover and tailored insurance strategies.<br /><br />You’ll learn:<br /> - What types of insurance are typically included i...

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