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Switching: How Digital Super makes it easier to switch
For decades, changing super funds was an administrative ordeal – so onerous that most people never bothered. Forms, signatures, delays – the process discouraged even the most motivated members from seeking better returns or lower fees. Today, that has changed.…
What is a neo-bank?
In the space of just a few years, ‘neobank’ has become one of the most frequently used – and least understood – terms in modern finance. These digital-first banks promise faster “onboarding” (setting up an account), smarter apps, and lower…
Top traders let you copy their trades – how copy trading works
Copy trading, once a niche experiment in online forex circles, has evolved into a mainstream investment strategy. It allows everyday investors to automatically replicate the trades of experienced professionals or algorithmic traders in real time. In Australia, platforms like eToro,…
Got a spare $5? Then you can start micro investing
In an era where entry barriers to financial markets are crumbling, a new kind of investor is emerging – one who can start with the price of a coffee. Micro-investing apps have opened the door to share and ETF ownership…
How robo-advisors take the work out of investing
Imagine a world where investing is as straightforward as ordering your morning coffee – select your size, pick your taste, swipe your card – and your portfolio gets brewed in the background. That is essentially the promise of a robo-advisor.…
Why retirees should check out income funds
For investors weary of the market’s daily drama, income funds offer something rare: a promise of rhythm. They do not chase the next tech boom or speculate on global growth. Instead, they hum along, designed to turn capital into regular…
Top 3 charts that traders use
If you spend any time around active traders, you’ll notice the same three chart types: line charts, bar charts, and candlestick charts. Each chart presents the same underlying data – price over time – but with different levels of detail.…
What Is a Digital Super Fund?
Most Australians grow up knowing that they “have super,” but the details often sit in the background of life — a kind of financial autopilot running quietly out of sight. A digital super fund is, at its simplest, a modern…
How to choose an online broker
Choosing a stockbroker is one of the first meaningful decisions an investor makes. It shapes how you interact with markets, how easily you can build a portfolio, how much friction you experience along the way, and how much of your…
What Is Fractional Investing in Property?
For decades, Australian property investing has carried a familiar price of entry: a large deposit, a mortgage, and responsibility for everything from tenants to toilets. As house prices have risen faster than wages, that model has begun to feel out…
