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Tom Richardson

Tom is a holder of the CFA Society of the UK administered Investment Management Certificate (IMC) and has more than a decade's professional experience in the investment management industry in Australia and the UK. Tom now works as a writer and editor for TMF Australia and has two easy to remember rules of investing he likes to follow. Avoid overpaying for growth stocks and avoid paying at all for stocks that are cheap for a reason. Tom prefers growth investing over value investing and says it's not rocket science, just avoid overpaying for the best returns.

Recent Articles

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Why the IPH Limited share price got smashed today

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IPH Limited (ASX:IPH) delivered a weak result today it blamed on FX movements among other issues.

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Why Woodside Petroleum Limited is launching a $2.5 billion growth spree

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Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) investors will hope the oil price rises in 2018.

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Is the REA Group Limited share price heading back to $80?

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REA Group Limited (ASX:REA) just posted an impressive first half.

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Commonwealth Bank of Australia flags $375 million in penalties on regulatory humiliation

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Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) offers a good dividend, but is it yesterday's blue chip?

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Why the 6% yield of BWP Trust could be a good bet for income seekers in retirement

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BWP Trust (ASX:BWP) reported a typically steady half this morning.

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Shopping Cntrs Austrls Prprty Gp Re Ltd – SCP Property Group raises divided guidance

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Shopping Cntrs Austrls Prprty Gp Re Ltd (ASX:SCP) offers a 6.3% yield to income seekers.

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The Dow Jones just crashed: Here's exactly why stock markets are tanking

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Are stock markets about to crash another 20%?

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Nouriel Roubini just claimed bitcoin is on its way to ZERO

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The bitcoin price has been described as a bubble to the power of 2 or 3!

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6 reasons I'd buy 1300 Smiles Limited shares

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1300 Smiles Limited (ASX:ONT) could tick the boxes for growth investors.

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6 amateur investing mistakes to avoid

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Following some simple rules can help all retail investors improve their returns.

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5 share picks to grow your wealth in 2018

| Tom Richardson

Challenger Ltd (ASX:CGF) and Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) may still offer good total returns at current share prices.

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Bell Potter names its 12 top stock picks for 2018

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Will any of these companies be share market bolters in 2018?

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Morgan Stanley slaps $7.70 share price target on MNF Group Ltd

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THE MNF Group Ltd (ASX:MNF) share price is up nearly 500% in 5 years.

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Hot money is lighting a fire under these lithium miners in 2018

| Tom Richardson

The likes of Galaxy Resources Ltd (ASX:GXY) and Argosy Minerals Ltd (ASX:AGY) are rocketing.

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Domacom Australia Ltd announces Iress Ltd deal

| Tom Richardson

Iress Ltd (ASX:IRE) is still struggling to get costs under control.

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10 top shares for 2018

| Tom Richardson

Class Ltd (ASX:CL1) and ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) are among my favoured picks.

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TPG Telecom Ltd gets sent to the doghouse by ACCC

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TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX:TPM) shares could still be cheap.

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Why the ResApp Health Ltd share price is swinging wildly

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 ResApp Health Ltd (ASX:RAP) is still attempting to commercialise its smartphone software.

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GetSwift Ltd just served up Toast for its backers

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The GetSwift Ltd (ASX:GSW) share price remains volatile as it continues to sign up new partners.

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Sirtex Medical Limited facing class action from IMF Bentham Limited

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Fortunately Sirtex Medical Limited (ASX:SRX) has a strong balance sheet.

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Australia & New Zealand Banking Group announces $1.5 billion share buy-back

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The Australia & New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) share price lifted 2.2% today.

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10 top shares for 2017 in review

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There's no need to overcomplicate investing as its basics never change.

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This chart shows why the Australian dollar could fall in 2018

| Tom Richardson

The US Fed's dot plot chart shows why the Australian dollar could fall to US 70 cents in 2018.

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Transurban Group to seek $1.9 billion cash injection from shareholders

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Transurban Group (ASX:TCL) offers investors reliable dividends backed up by its defensive revenue streams.

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Futures traders are already betting the bitcoin price is going higher

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Is the bitcoin price a bubble?

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GetSwift Ltd raises $75 million and returns to ASX boards

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The GetSwift Ltd (ASX:GSW) share price has been predictably volatile on its return to trade.

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5 ways blockchain technology could revolutionise share market trading

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New technology could make trading international shares much easier in just a few years' time.

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Copper prices tumble on softening Chinese demand, miners fall

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South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) and Syrah Resources Ltd (ASX:SYR) both fell sharply today.

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Slater & Gordon Limited shareholders vote for mercy

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Slater & Gordon Limited's (ASX:SGH) creditors scored a win at today's AGM.

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Amazon boasts Australia delivered biggest opening day in history

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Is Amazon set to destroy Australian retail or become a storm in a tea cup?

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Why I think growth investors should buy TPG Telecom Ltd shares today

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TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX:TPM) is investing heavily to build a business capable of long-term profit growth.

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Why UBS just slapped a buy rating on Magellan Financial Group Ltd

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Is Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX:MFG) still cheap at a $26.50 share price?

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The iron ore price rebounds, but remains in a long-term bear market

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The iron ore price remains in a long-term bear market as Chinese demand growth slows.

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Where I'd invest $50,000 in the share market today

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What 5 shares might offer investors the best returns based on current valuations?

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Afterpay Touch Group Ltd shares rocket on Goldmans' view

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Afterpay Touch Group Ltd (ASX:AFT) has taken the Australian retail scene by storm.

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Why GetSwift Ltd shares are going gangbusters on its Amazon announcement

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The GetSwift Ltd (ASX:GSW) share price has doubled in just a couple of days. Here's why.

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Sydney's house prices have now been falling since July 2017

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Australia's property prices could be in for a mixed 2018.

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Should you buy Retail Food Group Limited?

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Retail Food Group Limited (ASX:RFG) provided a mixed trading update at today's AGM.

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Drain the swamp: PM orders royal commission into banks & financial services

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Should National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX: NAB) shareholders be worried?

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SEEK Limited lifts EBITDA guidance, shares fall

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SEEK Limited (ASX:SEK) is a leading digital player but faces competition from the likes of LinkedIn.com.

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