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Investing for a home deposit — how does it work and is it right for you?

5 minutes| Apr 10 2026

More Australians are exploring whether investing for a home deposit — putting some of their deposit savings into the share market via ETFs — might help close that gap faster. It's a strategy worth understanding carefully, because there are real potential benefits and real risks.

What is a brokerage account and how do you open one in Australia?

4 minutes| Apr 09 2026

Here's what a brokerage account is, how to open one in Australia, and what to look for when choosing an online broker.

How does investing outside super fit alongside your superannuation?

4 minutes| Apr 08 2026

Understanding how personal investing and superannuation work together — rather than treating them as separate questions — helps you make better decisions about both.

Investing in your 30s and 40s — what to think about

4 minutes| Apr 07 2026

Starting to invest in your 30s gives you 30 or more years of compounding before a typical retirement age. Investing in your 40s still gives you 20-plus years. Both matter enormously — but the earlier you start, the more the numbers work in your favour.

What is investment risk and how should it shape your investing decisions?

5 minutes| Apr 06 2026

Understanding investment risk in Australia isn't about avoiding it. It's about choosing investments whose risk profile matches your goals, timeframe and personal tolerance — so you're not caught off guard when things don't go to plan.

How to choose an ETF in Australia

4 minutes| Apr 05 2026

Here's how to think about it systematically, so you can move from understanding what ETFs are to making an informed decision about which might be right for you.

ETFs versus shares — what's the difference and which might suit you?

4 minutes| Apr 04 2026

But the difference between ETFs and shares is significant — and understanding it is one of the most useful things you can do before deciding where to put your money.

How to start investing in Australia: A plain-language guide

5 minutes| Apr 03 2026

This plain-language guide to investing for beginners in Australia cuts through that. Here's what actually matters when you're getting started.

What is an ETF and how does it work in Australia?

5 minutes| Apr 02 2026

If you've started looking into investing in Australia, you've almost certainly come across the term ETF. It's one of the most searched financial questions in the country — and for good reason. ETFs have become one of the most popular ways Australians invest, whether they're just getting started or building on an existing portfolio. So what is an ETF, how does an exchange traded fund actually work, and is ETF investing right for you?

What is investing outside of super — and is it worth it?

5 minutes| Apr 01 2026

This guide to investing outside super in Australia covers what it actually means, how it works, and what to think about before you get started.

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