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How to invest

I don't care if the stock market crashes in 2025. I'm still buying bargain shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

They say millionaires are made in crashes for a reason.

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Investing Strategies

4 secrets of ASX millionaires

| Zach Bristow

What's the secret sauce you might ask?

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How to invest

I always look at this number before buying an ASX share

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's one number that instantly tells me if a stock is worth a look.

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How to invest

How to boost your chances of positive returns in the stock market

| Bernd Struben

We look at two simple ways investors can boost their chances of success in the stock market.

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How to invest

Should you buy ASX shares when saving for a house deposit?

| Sebastian Bowen

What to consider before turning toward the sharemarket.

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How to invest

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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How to invest

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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How to invest

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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How to invest

Here's what to do when the ASX 200 and global stock markets are crashing

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 plunged 5.7% over two trading days. What should investors do?

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How to invest

If you're young, today's plunging stock market is golden

| Sebastian Bowen

Today's massive market drops might not feel good, but there's a silver lining in the clouds...

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How to invest

Read this before you sell your ASX shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

If you're tempted to sell your shares today, think about what Buffett would do first...

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How to invest

Shares vs. property: What does $1 million buy you?

| Bronwyn Allen

Which suburbs are next to hit the $1M median? How much dividend income would $1M in shares deliver?

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How to invest

$20K stashed away? I could turn that into a passive income worth $58 a day!

| James Mickleboro

Would you like a passive income? This is how you could do it.

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How to invest

10 surprising ways ASX stock investors are building their knowledge

| Bronwyn Allen

A national survey reveals some investors are building knowledge from potentially unreliable sources.

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How to invest

Youngest ASX shares investors still investing despite cost-of-living crisis

| Bronwyn Allen

New research shows young investors are more disciplined in their investing routines than their elder peers.

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Dividend Investing

I'd buy Fortescue shares today to generate $1,000 of monthly passive income

| Bernd Struben

I think Fortescue shares offer strong, long-term passive income potential. Here’s why.

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Share Market News

Warning: These 4 ASX 200 shares are being heavily shorted

| Bronwyn Allen

What does short-selling mean for you and your portfolio?

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How to invest

Shares vs. property: Why it pays to be patient

| Bronwyn Allen

They say patience is a virtue. But can it also make you money?

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How to invest

Got $500? 2 top ASX shares to buy and hold

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these stocks are top long-term buys.

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How to invest

3 psychological elements to making money from ASX shares

| Bronwyn Allen

AMP chief economist Dr Shane Oliver offers tips for ASX shares investors on how to manage their emotions.

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How to invest

3 things I've just learned from this billionaire investor

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Let's learn from seasoned billionaire investor Howard Marks.

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How to invest

I'd buy Woodside shares today to generate $1,000 of monthly passive income

| Bernd Struben

At the current share price, I think Woodside can continue to deliver market-beating, long-term passive income.

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How to invest

No savings? I'd use the Warren Buffett method to earn lifelong passive income with ASX shares

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Learn how to invest from Warren Buffett.

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How to invest

Investing in ASX shares? Why CEO pay DOES matter when misaligned

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Wonder who topped the highest-paid CEO table?

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How to invest

Could investing $10,000 in ASX shares make you a millionaire?

| James Mickleboro

Is this the key to becoming wealthy? Let's find out more.

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How to invest

Looking to boost your retirement with extra passive income? Try this!

| Bernd Struben

Securing a passive income stream could offer a big lift to your retirement lifestyle. Here’s how I’d go about it.

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How to invest

These ASX 200 stocks turned $20,000 into $100,000+ in 10 years

| James Mickleboro

Big returns were made by investors buying these shares back in 2014.

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How to invest

7 tips for successful ASX shares investing: expert

| Bronwyn Allen

AMP chief economist Shane Oliver shares what he has learned over 40 years in the game.

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How to invest

This Warren Buffett metric is at a never-before-seen high! What does it mean?

| Mitchell Lawler

Warren Buffett's valuation indicator could be sending a warning.

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How to invest

$3,000 in savings? Here's how I'd use that to start investing today

| James Mickleboro

How much could your investment portfolio be worth over time?

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How to invest

Beginner investors: I suggest you start with these 2 ASX dividend powerhouses for decades of income

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these two stocks are perfect for any beginner investor...

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How to invest

$20,000 invested in NextDC and these ASX shares 10 years ago is worth how much?

| James Mickleboro

Have these shares delivered the goods for investors over the past decade?

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How to invest

3 ASX hacks to build a $1 million retirement nest egg

| Sebastian Bowen

Following these simple rules can help exponentially build your wealth.

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How to invest

What kind of return could I expect by investing $200 monthly into ASX shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investing $200 a month can make anyone rich. All you need is time.

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How to invest

How do you spot an innovation stock?

| Bronwyn Allen

Betashares investment strategist Tom Wickenden provides some research tips for investors.

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How to invest

3 ASX shares that could create lasting generational wealth

| James Mickleboro

Analysts see these shares as great long term buys.

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How to invest

Where are we in the share market cycle?

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Keep dancing but know where the exit is.

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How to invest

How to turn your savings account into a gold mine starting with $10,000

| James Mickleboro

Here's why shares could be superior to savings accounts.

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How to invest

3 winning tips both Warren Buffett and Peter Lynch recommend

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Let's learn from investing gurus of our time.

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Share Market News

With nothing in my savings account, I'd use Warren Buffett's golden rule to build wealth

| James Mickleboro

Here's how you could grow your wealth by following the Oracle of Omaha's golden rule.

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How to invest

3 pieces of investment advice from Peter Lynch

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Want to invest like a pro? Here are three valuable lessons from legendary American investor Peter Lynch.

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How to invest

3 lower-risk ASX shares for beginner investors

| Sebastian Bowen

I would happily recommend these three shares to a beginner today.

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How to invest

3 lessons my seven-bagger ASX 200 stock has taught me

| Mitchell Lawler

Three valuable lessons from investing in one of the highest-quality companies on the ASX.

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Value Investing

3 ASX shares trading below their book values

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Looking for undervalued stocks? Price-to-book values may be your guide.

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How to invest

How to earn $1,900 in passive income with just $10,000 in savings

| Bernd Struben

I think the ASX offers some world beating opportunities for passive income investors.

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How to invest

Peter Lynch says to avoid these 3 investing mistakes

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Here's some timeless investing wisdom from legendary investor Peter Lynch.

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How to invest

How much passive income could I earn by investing $100 a month in ASX shares?

| James Mickleboro

Even modest investments can grow into something significant thanks to compounding.

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Opinions

Investing like billionaire Bill Ackman: 2 ASX stocks ticking all boxes

| Mitchell Lawler

Investing like a legend of the craft isn't as complicated as you might think.

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