258 articles
Beginner / Advanced
2 m

Fees v. performance

Managing my portfolio and super strategies

We have been led to believe low fees are the way to go, but what about performance? We show you how to really judge a fund.

Beginner / Advanced
6 m

What you need to know about diversification

Managed investments

Diversifying investments is different for everyone, but necessary to spread risk. We show you how to do it over time, markets and asset classes.

Beginner
4 m

Five reasons to buy managed funds

Managed investments

If you don’t want the hassle of regularly tracking your investments, or don’t feel confident with the decisions, try a managed fund.

Beginner / Advanced
6 m

A couple's guide to an SMSF

SMSFs

They say a happy spouse means a happy house. Taking these points into account should help ensure smooth sailing for couples with an SMSF.

Beginner
4 m

The magic of compounding

Managing my portfolio and super strategies

The power of compound interest is best seen over long periods of time, especially when your savings are earning a healthy return.

Beginner / Advanced
10 m

Exchange traded funds and your portfolio

Managed investments

ETFs come in all shapes and are designed to replicate the performance of whole share markets, sub-sectors and other traded commodities.

Beginner
10 m

What is an LIC?

Managed investments

For investors who want to delegate the day-to-day trading decisions, a listed investment company offers exposure to a portfolio of companies in the one transaction.

Beginner / Advanced
10 m

How can I get my super?

Pensions

To access your super you need to either have reached a certain age - at or near retirement - or met other strict employment-based conditions.

Beginner / Advanced
15 m

Picking a fund manager

Managed investments

Past performance and investment process are important factors when deciding who will invest your money on your behalf.

Beginner
10 m

What is a managed fund?

Managed investments

Hand the decision making process over to an investment professional when investing in a managed fund, a low touch investment.

Beginner
10 m

What is a share?

Shares and investment markets

Owning shares gives you partial ownership of a company, meaning your fortunes are tied to how well a company does financially.