Direct Share Purchasing Corporation and Hassle Free Shares offer to buy shares at below market value.
13 Aug 2009 |
NIB has issued a warning to its shareholders about an offer they may receive from Hassle Free Shares.
Gold is considered a safe haven in uncertain times, but will it lose its shine?
7 May 2009 |
As shares and property crashed and the world nudged closer to recession, canny investors steadily turned their attention to one of the world’s oldest asset classes – gold.
The plunging share market is attracting bargain hunters. CHOICE guides first-time investors through their options.
23 Mar 2009 |
Despite the market hitting a five-year low, the worst may not be over, with further ups and downs likely in this volatile economic environment.
What is an investment warranty and does it mean your money in a mortgage trust is safe?
3 Jun 2008 |
You wouldn’t buy a telly without a warranty … so why would you invest without one?
A guarantee on your investment sounds great but it can be deceptive.
30 Apr 2008 |
Experts say capital protection comes at a cost: most of your money is used for a low return/high-security investment to provide the capital guarantee.
Wraps and master trusts can provide convenience and choice, but beware high fees and adviser kick-backs.
1 Mar 2008 |
Wraps and master trusts dominate as one-stop-shops for accessing a wider range of investments.
Borrowing to invest can make your money work harder but it's a risky strategy in a volatile market.
7 Feb 2008 |
The margin loan is secured against the investment you make with it and/or other investments you have.
You might be surprised where some ethical and sustainable funds invest your money.
26 Aug 2007 |
State governments' super funds are investing millions of dollars of their employees’ super in gambling, cigarette and oil companies?
Want to invest your money but not sure where to start? A managed fund might be what you’re after.
20 Feb 2007 |
Based on the type of fund you choose (for example: shares, property and/or cash), the fund manager decides which assets to invest in.
The best way to save enough to put your kids through school and uni is to just knuckle down and do it.
9 Jan 2007 |
It can be as simple as putting a few dollars a week into a high interest-savings account or as complex as developing a portfolio of shares.