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I'm taking Warren Buffett's advice for when ASX shares are at record highs

| James Mickleboro

Would the Oracle of Omaha continue to buy shares when the market is at a record high?

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If an investor puts $500 per month in an ASX shares portfolio, here's what they could have in 10 years

| Sebastian Bowen

Harnessing the power of compounding can bring you great wealth...

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I'm preparing for an ASX stock market crash in 2025

| Sebastian Bowen

Whatever happens next year, my portfolio will be ready...

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Here's my $3 a day ASX passive income plan for 2025

| Bernd Struben

ASX dividend stocks provide a unique path for building a passive income stream.

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Is your ASX share portfolio too diversified?

| Sebastian Bowen

Too much of a good thing can negatively impact your portfolio.

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Concerned about ASX shares at all-time highs? Don't worry, you've got options

| Sebastian Bowen

Investing in other asset classes can help mitigate the share market's highs...

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Want to become a billionaire? There's one clear way to do it (Hint: it involves shares)

| Tristan Harrison

This could be the best way to become wealthy like a billionaire.

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Revealed: My 3 most embarassing ASX investing mistakes

| Sebastian Bowen

I made these mistakes so hopefully you won't have to.

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How to find the best ASX shares on the share market

| Sebastian Bowen

How does one find the best ASX shares to invest in, like perhaps Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT) or CSL Limited…

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Why the share market is still the best place to make money

| Tony Yoo

ASX and US stocks are nearing all-time highs. An investment firm explains how there's plenty more juice to squeeze.

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AUSSIE-FIRST: How to buy a fraction of an ASX share

| Tony Yoo

Trading platform Sharesies launches an industry-first in this country, which it says will give small-time investors a fair go.

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Can you imagine paying tax on every share purchase?

| Tony Yoo

Real estate investors fork out thousands of dollars for stamp duty for each transaction. Did you know stock buyers had…

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'It makes me nervous': Expert worried about 'crazy' market

| Tony Yoo

The world might have gone mad, but does this also present awesome buying opportunities for the shrewd investor?

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2 investing approaches to help get you started on the ASX

| Brooke Cooper

Learning how to invest in shares can be complicated but the ASX is a fantastic place to grow your money.…

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3 secrets market analysts use to pick the best ASX shares to buy

| Brooke Cooper

There's a ton of information market analysts use to pick the best ASX shares to buy, and it's all available…

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How to turn $20,000 into $240,000 in 10 years with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

A $20,000 investment into Codan Limited (ASX:CDA) and these ASX shares 10 years ago would have made you rich...

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Which is the better investment: An ASX share portfolio or an index fund?

| Sebastian Bowen

Which is better: An ASX share portfolio or just investing in an index fund? Here's the breakdown of which is…

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Are there any bargains when everyone knows everything?

| Tony Yoo

These days company information is freely accessible to all. No one has an edge over anyone else, so can there…

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'Chickens don't make money': fundie

| Tony Yoo

This is how you forever doom yourself to conservatism and never pick a 10-bagger stock. So avoid doing these things.

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Technology Shares

Will tech shares ever rise again?

| Tony Yoo

The technology sector has led the 12-year bull market but has slumped in the past few weeks. Is this the…

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Share Market News

Why volatility is awesome

| Tony Yoo

A quarter of this fundie's portfolio has been purchased since January while markets have been on a stomach-churning rollercoaster ride.

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3 ways to help protect your ASX share portfolio against inflation

| Sebastian Bowen

How does one protect an ASX share portfolio against inflation and rising interest rates? Here are three ways you can…

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How to counter the ASX 200's Achilles heel

| Sebastian Bowen

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) has many strengths, but also one Achilles heel weakness. Here's how to plug this hole…

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ASX 200 crash anniversary: The most important lesson we've learned

| Sebastian Bowen

On the anniversary of the ASX 200 COVID crash, here is the mostimportant lesson to keep in mind for investing…

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Value vs growth shares: which will win?

| Tony Yoo

Inflation is the big worry at the moment. Will it be here chronically to whack growth shares for years to…

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How to turn $20,000 into $650,000 in 5 years with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Investments in Xero Limited (ASX:XRO) and these ASX shares five years ago would have made you very wealthy. Here's how…

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Why it's a great time for ASX investors to buy US shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Thinking about buying US shares for your ASX portfolio? Here are some reasons why it might be a good time…

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How I'd build a portfolio by investing in top shares now

| Peter Stephens

Buying a diverse range of top shares today could be a sound means of generating impressive returns over the long…

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Don't fall into the 'rotation trap'

| Tony Yoo

Inflation could pop up as the economy recovers. But here's why you shouldn't throw out all your ASX growth shares…

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2 ASX investing strategies that could give young people an advantage

| Brooke Cooper

There are many benefits young people have when investing in the share market. I mean, Warren Buffett made his first…

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2 ASX investing strategies for those paying off a mortgage

| Brooke Cooper

Are you wondering if you should pay off your mortgage before investing your spare cash in the ASX? We weigh…

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Warning! Lower volatility always comes at a price

| Sebastian Bowen

You might want lower volatility in your ASX share portfolio, but it almost always comes at a cost. Understanding this…

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Gold as an investment: A good idea in 2021?

| Sebastian Bowen

Gold as an investment... Is this a path we want to tread in 2021? Here are some pros and cons…

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Newbie share investors: Are you in or are you out?

| Tony Yoo

First-time shareholders who have done well out of the market in the past year will now be experiencing losses for…

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Want to make money investing in ASX shares? You need to know this first

| Sebastian Bowen

Want to make money investing in ASX shares? Here's something you should figure out first before you can become a…

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What exactly is a 'balanced' ASX share portfolio?

| Sebastian Bowen

What is meant by a 'balanced portfolio of shares? Is it just a buzzword? Here's the breakdown on balance when…

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Share Market News

2 not-so-obvious ASX shares to cash in on the property boom

| Tony Yoo

Would you believe two media companies could see their shares rise because of a buoyant real estate market? Read how.

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Here's what you likely won't learn from the ASX Sharemarket Game

| Mitchell Lawler

The ASX Sharemarket Game has already started, but here are some things that you likely won't learn from playing it.…

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Is it ok to buy ASX 200 shares at a 52-week high?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it ok to buy your favourite ASX 200 shares at a 52-week high? Here are some pros and cons…

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Warning: Latest trap that could cost you more than 3% a year

| Tony Yoo

Share markets are up and down, the economy is recovering but uncertain, and cryptocurrencies are booming. Who's feeling overwhelmed?

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How to reinvest when terrified

| Tony Yoo

Have some of your 2020 darlings lost their cachet recently? Don't be discouraged, this is when real money can be…

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Here's why you should think twice about chasing the next hot ASX trend

| Sebastian Bowen

Looking to find the next Amazon (AMZN) or A2 Milk (A2M)? Here's why finding a 10-bagger trend is even harder…

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5 ASX shares to buy in a market crash

| Tony Yoo

What were stocks the experts wanted to buy for a bargain, and are they actually cheap now that the stock…

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Why is everyone so bad at selling shares?

| Tony Yoo

Disposing is just as important as buying. But why are both professional and retail investors so poor at it?

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5 things to do when the ASX crashes

| Tony Yoo

Do you reckon shares are about to tank? Here's a firm 5-point plan to execute when it all comes falling…

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'Buying the dip' does NOT work: here's why

| Tony Yoo

Everyone tries to buy the dip but it makes no logical or mathematical sense. Here are the reasons, as explained…

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Warren Buffett just told us to stay away from this asset class

| Sebastian Bowen

Warren Buffett's annual letter to the shareholders of Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE:BRK.B) has just been published.

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You need to do this NOW in case of a market plunge

| Tony Yoo

Good times won't last forever, but the real money will be made when the whole thing crashes down. Will you…

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