How can I buy my first home?
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Money focus: How can I buy my first home?

- February 14, 2022 6 MIN READ

Each week we ask a question to help you focus on an area of your finances that might need a closer look. This week: How can I buy my first home? It’s officially never been harder to get into the property market. Figures released by the Australian Institute for Progress show that it’s almost impossible… Read more »

What is CSR - corporate social responsibility
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What is corporate social responsibility or CSR?

- February 10, 2022 4 MIN READ

With the world facing an ever-growing number of environmental and social challenges, investors are increasingly expecting corporations to “do the right thing” and contribute positively to the community. This is known as corporate social responsibility or CSR. Investors play an important role pushing firms towards becoming better corporate citizens. So, what do investors (including those of… Read more »

Where to invest if you're risk averse
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Where to put your money if you’re risk averse

- February 9, 2022 4 MIN READ

If you’re risk averse, investing can feel very overwhelming – but if you pick the right investments, it doesn’t have to stress you out. One of the highlights of my day is hosting The Call at midday AEDT on www.ausbiz.com.au. Viewers send in shares they want an opinion on and I put those suggestions to an… Read more »

Investing mistakes to avoid
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7 common investing mistakes that will cost you heaps

- February 7, 2022 3 MIN READ

Even the most experienced investor can be guilty of making these investing mistakes, but they’re especially common when you’re just getting started. You’re at a party, and after a few drinks your friend lets it slip they’ve “actually just invested in ‘TechHub Ltd’, apparently one of the hottest tech startups in Australia at the moment.”… Read more »