Tim Smith

Let's face it, being young today is hard. Rent is expensive, food is expensive, uni is expensive and the less said about housing the better. But even if it will take hundreds of years of forgoing our $20 a week smashed avocado obsession to save up a house deposit, that doesn't mean you can't start investing now.

Generally when the stock markets take a tumble, the gold price shoots up in response. Gold has traditionally been considered as safe haven during periods of instability, whether it be economic or political. But gold can also be useful as an investment in its own right, helping to diversifying your portfolio. If you’re interested in investing in gold, here are some tips to help you get started.

Accessing international markets is easier than ever before. Considering foreign investments? Here are some of the risks and benefits.

If you're thinking about investing in an exchange traded fund (ETF), it's worthwhile to know both the benefits and risks of doing so. Like any financial product, its your hard-earned money on the line, so it pays to know what you're buying. You wouldn't buy a car or a house without checking it out first, would you?

Despite stock market crashes, natural disasters, a succession of governments and the GFC, Australian shares have, for the most part, performed well.

Investing your money ethically doesn’t mean that you have to accept low returns. Here are ten strong performing ethical investment managed funds and exchange traded funds, based on their 1-year performance as of June 30, 2019.

What is a land loan? A land loan or vacant land loan is a type of home loan that borrowers obtain from a bank or other lender to purchase an empty block of land. The intention...

Ethical funds have become more and more popular in recent years as investors look for ways to grow their wealth responsibly. Investing your money in renewable energy, sustainable businesses or community infrastructure may make a positive impact in the world, but what about the impact on your wallet? What sort of returns can you expect from an ethical investment and how do they compare to other types of investments?

Before a storm - prevent storm damage: The Bureau of Meteorology recommends: Clean up outside. Even small items can become dangerous projectiles in a strong wind – not to mention the damage that heavier items could do...

Managing your own superannuation in a self-managed super fund (SMSF) typically provides you with more control over your retirement saving, but it also requires more diligence and attention to make sure it's operating properly. Here's a checklist you can use to help make sure your fund in on track.