Month: October 2018

INVESTING IN A FUND A fund is an investment vehicle which pools the money of investors and invests it according to a defined set of investment objectives. Investing in a managed fund can avoid some of the problems of buying shares direct. As well as removing the research required, funds can invest in a much … Continue reading “Savings and Investments Series: Investing in a Fund”

HOW DO I BALANCE RISKS WITH REWARDS? The general rule with investment is, the greater the risk, the greater the potential reward. Before any investment, you should consider the risk and your attitude towards it. This is a personal matter, and everyone is different. Some people choose to invest only in low risk investments, while … Continue reading “Savings and Investments Series: Balancing Risks With Rewards [continued]”

HOW DO I BALANCE RISKS WITH REWARDS? Risks and rewards are difficult to assess with any accuracy, and investing in any asset involves a degree of risk. But because there are so many different savings and investment products around, with a little research, you’re bound to find a product, with a risk level you feel … Continue reading “Savings and Investments Series: Balancing Risks With Rewards”

HOW DO I INVEST FOR GROWTH? The aim of the growth fund is for the value of the shares it holds to increase over time. Investing in this way for five years or more could help you achieve long-term goals such as buying a second home, paying a daughter’s wedding, or funding a university education. … Continue reading “Savings and Investments Series: Investing for Growth”