The advantages 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? Investing: Risky business? When some…
Australian ETF assets rise $6 billion in February
Global equities ETFs attracted the highest investor cash inflows once again in February. Here’s how investors invested. Investors added another $1.72 billion into Australian-listed exchange traded funds (ETFs) in February,…
The compounding benefits from reinvesting dividends
Using income distributions to purchase additional ETF units can significantly compound capital growth and income returns over time. If you invest either directly or indirectly in the biggest companies listed…
The problem with portfolio drift, and how to fix it
Recent share market gains have given many balanced portfolios a higher equities tilt. Share markets around the world have hit record highs this year, propelling the equity valuations of many…
Why women should take early financial steps
Many women will need to do more to build up their super balances by the time they retire. There’s a plethora of data showing women, on average, earn less than…
Could your SMSF do with more diversification?
Australian Tax Office Office data shows a high percentage of SMSFs are lacking portfolio diversification. The Australian Taxation Office has just released its annual overview of key statistics and analysis of Australia’s…
It’s all about gearing, not property
It is often debated which is a better investment, property or shares. It is my thesis that property is an okay investment, but not as good as shares. However, when…
Why is it wrong to invest for income?
The goal for most investors is to accumulate enough wealth so their investment assets generate sufficient passive income to meet living expenses. If this happens, it is no longer necessary…
The investment benefits from the return to “sound money”
This is what investors can expect as interest rates remain at higher levels. Around the world, central banks are in no hurry to start cutting interest rates. It’s all about…
