About this episode

Hayden and Dave answer listener questions about investing in solar panels, a 5% deposit scheme for first home buyers, and high-growth investing strategies.

In this week's episode of Aussie FIRE, Hayden and Dave are unpacking some listener questions around: 👉🏼 Selling shares to invest in solar panels at home 👉🏼 The 5% deposit scheme for first home buyers 👉🏼 Vanguard ETFs 👉🏼 And investing for high growth with a 5-8 year timeline As always, they'll unpack it, share their thoughts, and come at it from a few different angles. Hope you enjoy it! Ask a Question FI Case Study Request Form Pearler Strong Money Australia Original Aussie FIRE e-book Strong Money Australia’s audiobook 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. 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Hayden Smith, Dave Gow

Topics covered

• selling shares
• solar panels
• 5% deposit scheme
• first home buyers
• Vanguard ETFs
• high growth investing
• investment timeline

Keywords

• financial independence
• retire early
• investing
• solar energy
• ETFs
• home buying
• growth investing

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Organizations: Vanguard, Pearler, Strong Money Australia, Sanlam Private Wealth Pty Ltd

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