Imagine building a million-dollar net worth by your late 20s without inheriting a fortune or winning the lottery. Sounds impossible, right? But that's exactly what Natasha Etschmann, better known as TashInvests, has achieved—and she did it the slow, steady way. At just 28, Natasha boasts a $310,000 share portfolio, owns both an apartment and a house, and has a net worth exceeding $1 million. Her secret? A simple, no-frills approach she calls the “Get Rich Slow” philosophy. And this is the part most people miss: it’s not about flashy trades or risky bets—it’s about consistency and patience.
Natasha’s journey began at 18, when she was far from a finance whiz. Working as a disability support worker, pulling grueling overnight shifts, she saved every dollar she could. Her father’s advice was straightforward: “Buy an S&P 500 ETF and hold it.” That single piece of guidance became the foundation of her financial transformation. Fast forward a decade, and Natasha’s story has become a social media sensation, not because she got rich quick, but because she proved that slow and steady truly wins the race.
But here’s where it gets controversial: Natasha’s approach flies in the face of the ‘get rich quick’ schemes that flood our feeds. She’s not trying to beat the market or time trades. Instead, she focuses on buying, holding, and diversifying. “I just want something that works for my lifestyle,” she explains. “I don’t want to sit there watching charts all day.” Her strategy? Small, consistent contributions to her investments, starting with just $1,000 at 18. This ‘Get Rich Slow’ rule has paid off handsomely, but it’s not without its lessons.
Natasha admits to making mistakes along the way. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she invested in an inverse leveraged ETF, convinced the market wouldn’t recover quickly. She was wrong—and lost $5,000. “I decided never to bet against the market again,” she shares. Her biggest win? Buying her first apartment during the pandemic when competition was low. “That property has doubled in value,” she reveals. But is property always the best bet? That’s a question worth debating.
Beyond investing, Natasha’s success also stems from her intentional lifestyle. She worked incredibly hard, sometimes logging 56-hour weeks, and traveled the world on a budget, visiting over 40 countries without derailing her financial goals. “It’s not about balance,” she says. “It’s about being intentional. Figure out what you care about and spend there—but be ruthless about cutting what you don’t.”
Today, Natasha runs a podcast, writes books, and mentors others, especially young women who feel excluded from financial conversations. Her message is clear: smart, consistent choices can lead to extraordinary results. But she’s quick to caution: “Past performance isn’t a guarantee of future results. Investing always carries risks, so do your research and make decisions that align with your goals.”
Natasha’s story is featured on the 7NEWS Money Talks podcast, hosted by Tim McMillan, where she breaks down how simple, consistent investing can reshape your financial future. The podcast, powered by Vanguard, cuts through the jargon to help Australians take control of their money—from investing and superannuation to saving and retirement. But here’s a thought-provoking question: Is the ‘Get Rich Slow’ approach realistic for everyone, or does it require privileges like stable income and time?
What do you think? Is Natasha’s philosophy something you’d adopt, or do you believe there are faster, more effective ways to build wealth? Let’s debate it in the comments!
