Understand the differences between ETFs, MFs, and other common fund terms. Let’s face it, the investing world seems to thrive on the use of acronyms. Understanding exactly what they stand for can go a long way in expanding your financial literacy and helping you to make better...
In an increasingly globalized market, Australian investors have the opportunity to enhance their investment portfolio by incorporating international stocks. Diversifying your investments globally can reduce risk, provide access to growth opportunities in emerging markets, and expose you to industries and companies not available in the...
Cryptocurrency has taken the world by storm, offering an innovative platform for digital assets and investments. In Australia, the crypto market has seen substantial growth, attracting both seasoned and novice investors alike. If you're considering diving into the world of cryptocurrency but don't know where...
Navigating through the growing ETFs maze. With so many ETFs of all shapes and sizes now available on the market, finding the right one to invest in can sometimes be a difficult choice for investors. Below are a few suggestions on what to look out for when...
A well-thought-out investment plan can help you thrive financially as well as protect you from falling into some common behavioural investment traps. But how do you create an investment plan? And where do you start? Start with financial goals. Studies show that people are more successful when...
The start of 2025 is a good opportunity to take decisive financial steps. The new year can often be a trigger point for many people to review their financial plans and strategies for the year ahead and beyond. It makes sense, although the start of the calendar...
If you’re looking to build an investment portfolio with broad diversification, here are five steps to help you get started. 1. Set your goals Be clear on your time horizon and your risk tolerance. This will determine how much of your portfolio you allocate to risky assets like...
Many parents and grandparents worry about how to help the children in their lives achieve financial independence. But the value of long-term investment can seem like a dry and complicated idea for kids to get their heads around.In fact, many young people would like to...
You may have heard it said, "No risk, no reward." But did you know that time can actually decrease your risk while increasing your reward? Investing: Risky business? When some people think of investing, they focus on the potential for great rewards—the possibility of picking a winning...
Here are some tips that can help you build confidence in your investing approach, no matter what the markets are doing. Emotions always play a role in investing. For some investors, especially newer ones, it can be hard to separate the idea of investing from “losing...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.