Investing Basics Archives - Equity Mates Media

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ETF options: Which one do I choose?

27th Oct, 2023
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Interest Rates: The opportunities and challenges

13th Oct, 2023
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Equity Mates - Investing Glossary

Are you new to the world of investing and feeling overwhelmed by all the jargon? Look no further! This page offers a comprehensive investing glossary to help you understand all the key terms and concepts.

19th Sep, 2023
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Investing’s big blindspot

This article from Sapient Capital makes the case that the best investors throw out any rules or universal principles when it comes to investing.

22nd Aug, 2023
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Understanding the role of custodians

Investment custodians have an important function to safeguard the assets of millions of Australian investors.

16th Aug, 2023

Source: Vanguard
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Navigating the World of Brokers: A Guide for New Investors

Choosing a broker isn't a decision to take lightly. It's not just about who can execute your trades, but also about who can provide the tools and resources to help you make informed decisions. So, how do you choose the right broker?

24th Jul, 2023
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How often should I be investing?

We got a question this week at equitymates.com/contact from Kate about how often we should be investing. Is there an optimum?

9 May
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Should I invest in a managed fund or ETF?

What's the difference between managed funds and ETFs? And which product type is right for you? Read more to learn the key features of both investment products and how you can start investing.

1st May, 2023

Source: Vanguard
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5 tips for young investors who want to get started in 2023

3rd Apr, 2023
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Why You Don't Need to Pick Stocks

In this article, we'll discuss why you don't need to pick stocks to be a successful investor and how you can achieve your financial goals through other investment strategies.

3rd Mar, 2023
Bitesize: How do you know when to sell?

In this episode, we cover the 4 signs it might be time to sell a stock.

3 March
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Cutting your costs will boost your returns

There's a lot of variables when it comes to investing but one thing is for certain: the less you pay in investment fees, the more returns you get to keep.

28th Feb, 2023

Source: Vanguard
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Dividends and distributions when it comes to ETFs

What's a dividend and what's a distribution? Find out the difference between the two and how they work when it comes to ETFs.

17th Feb, 2023

Source: Vanguard
Bitesize: Stock vs ETF vs LIC: Understanding the Differences

You may have heard of stocks, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and listed-investment companies (LICs), but what exactly are these options and how do they differ? In this Bitesize, Alec and Bryce define the terms for you - so you won't ever be confused again!

17 February
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6 tips for the young investor in today’s markets

How much money you're able to invest each year is one of the biggest factors in achieving your financial goals. And the longer you're invested, the more time your money has to compound and grow.

16th Feb, 2023

Source: Vanguard
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Automate your investments & get on with 2023 | Summer Series

In this ep, we talk through *exactly* what we do when the money hits our bank accounts. How we divvy it up, and where we automate it to go!

7 February
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Why Invest Overseas

Let’s look at why you might invest in overseas companies and funds, and what you might consider when looking to invest in different-sized economies.

1st Feb, 2023

Source: Sharesies
A strong core to support your future | Summer Series

Now we get to investing! We go through everything in this episode, from choosing a broker, introduction to core and satellite and three core actions for you to take after the episode finishes.

31 January
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Exchange-traded funds, explained

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are like the investing world’s bundle deal, so should you consider adding them to your Portfolio?

25th Jan, 2023

Source: Sharesies
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Get started weekly: 3 money mistakes we've made

The new year is here and we want to help you start it off in the best way possible. In these 6 weeks, we're coming to your ears (and inbox) with a 6-step plan to help set you up for investing success in 2023.

24th Jan, 2023
3 money mistakes to avoid | Summer Series

This ep we reveal up our biggest mistakes! It's one of the most important aspects of getting your money sorted. What have you done wrong? For us it includes: lifestyle creep, not having a money plan, not tracking where your money is going, not building the habit of constantly saving, and having credit card debt or just bad debt in general.

24 January
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Four beginner investor mistakes

When you’re starting out as an investor, you’re bound to make a few mistakes. That’s okay! Here’s some ways you can avoid some of the common pitfalls.

18th Jan, 2023

Source: Sharesies
How Does Automated Investing Work? | Canstar

For time-poor investors, automated investing seems like an ideal option. So, how it works and is it worth doing?

17 Jan, 2023

SOURCE: Canstar
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Simplify: Five Ways To Automate Your Investment Portfolio

17 Jan, 2023

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal
How does a core and satellite portfolio strategy work?

Learn how a core and satellite portfolio works.

10 Jan, 2023

SOURCE: Scripbox