Investing Basics Archives - Page 2 of 10

How does a core and satellite portfolio strategy work?

Learn how a core and satellite portfolio works.

10 Jan, 2023

SOURCE: Scripbox
Should I invest my emergency fund? | Summer Series

Today we're chatting about your emergency fund! We go over why you need one, how much you should be spending, and now you've saved it, what do you do with that cash?

10 January
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What's dollar-cost averaging?

Dollar-cost averaging is when you choose to invest a certain amount on a particular investment regularly, regardless of whether the share price is high or low.

4th Jan, 2023

Source: Sharesies
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Investing in your 30's Her Financial Network

Your 30s can often feel like youve arrived into adulthood with a loud CRASH and BANG. This is a decade where the financial decisions you make are more complex, typically have an impact on others, and are costly as you may experience mile stone life movements like career changes, getting married,

23 Dec, 2022

SOURCE: Her Financial Network
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4 ways to navigate volatility

What really matters at times like these is having a strategy that can survive or even capitalise on the short-term ups and downs, while maintaining an exposure to the long-term growth and income streams that stock markets can provide. Here are some ways to prepare for any potential volatility that lies ahead.

15th Dec, 2022

Source: Fidelity
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Compound interest calculator

Our compound interest calculator shows you how compound interest can increase your savings.

15 Dec, 2022

SOURCE: Moneysmart.gov.au
Avoid These 8 Common Investing Mistakes

Some common investing mistakes should be avoided to get the best return on your money. Review these eight mistakes made by investors every day.

15 Dec, 2022

SOURCE: Investopedia
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This is why we diversify our portfolios

'Smarties tables', tell us that no year ever looks the same as the one before or the one after. So what does this teach us about diversification and risk?

3rd Dec, 2022

Source: Fidelity
Money Matters Made Simple - Melissa Browne's Essential Advice

In this clip, we chat to Melissa Browne - about understanding what makes you tick, and how that impacts your attitudes towards money (and helps you get better at looking after yourself!).

2 December
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Three tips for investing success

Broadly speaking, the most successful investors don’t think in terms of days or weeks. Their strategies are usually built around much longer investment time blocks – often years or even decades.

17th Nov, 2022

Source: Vanguard
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How to build investing confidence

Here are some tips that can help you build confidence in your investing approach, no matter what the markets are doing.

7th Nov, 2022

Source: Vanguard
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What is a good amount to save?

Saving regularly is a habit that needs to be cultivated and as with most things in life, starting sooner rather than later often gives investors a huge advantage.

3rd Nov, 2022

Source: Vanguard
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The benefit of investing early

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?

28th Oct, 2022

Source: Vanguard
Bitesize: The Importance of Market Cap and PE Ratios for Successful Investing

Today Bryce and Alec revisit some of our favourite jargon and define these common terms.

28 October
Get Rich Slow - Owen and Kate (FinFest)

In today's episode we have Owen Raszkiewicz and Kate Campbell from Rask who step us though how to build a portfolio that will give you the ability to 'Get Rich Slow'.

25 October
Lessons from FinFest: the bull case for net zero & investing in wine

We are buzzing from FinFest and are excited today to share with you two of our biggest take-aways from the day. The first is related to the biggest investing opportunity since the internet… Aka the transition to net zero. We discuss how you can greenify your investments and benefit financially at the same time.

25 October
Bitesize: How Alec Turned His Biggest Investing Mistake into a Valuable Lesson

In this clip, Alec talks about his biggest mistake in investing - and how it taught him a valuable lesson.

21 October
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Investing for your children

Investing on behalf of your children can give them a great financial head start in life. And the earlier you can begin, the higher the potential financial rewards for them in the longer term.

19th Oct, 2022

Source: Vanguard
FlexMami: How money *can* buy happiness (Part 2)

Keep track of Sophie and Maddy between the episodes on Instagram, or on TikTok, and come and be part of the conversation on Facebook with our You’re In Good Company Discussion Group.

18 October
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How can I avoid investing badly?

While it's difficult to be the best investor in the world, we can all actively avoid being a ‘bad investor’ by learning from history and staying the course.

14th Oct, 2022

Source: Vanguard
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Talking money with your partner

While you've likely imagined what a future with your partner looks like, you may not have considered the financial implications of that future.

13th Oct, 2022

Source: Vanguard
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How much money do I need to retire?

When I retire, will I have enough money built up in superannuation and other savings to enjoy the sort of retirement lifestyle I want to have?

10th Oct, 2022

Source: Vanguard
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ETFs: The basics

As the ETF industry continues to grow, it offers a timely opportunity to go back to basics and revisit the fundamentals of an investment product that has now become a market staple.

23rd Sep, 2022

Source: Vanguard
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Investment questions for all stages of investing: Part 3 – ‘The Go-Getter’

This 3 part series covers key investment questions for all stages of investing. Part 3 is for the 'go-getter' investor.

16th Sep, 2022

Source: J.P Morgan Asset Management
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Investment questions for all stages of investing: Part 2 - 'The Cautious Investor'

This 3 part series covers key investment questions for all stages of investing. Part 2 is for the 'cautious' investor. How can I navigate market uncertainty? The markets may get worse, should I sell and hold cash?

15th Sep, 2022

Source: J.P Morgan Asset Management