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The Goldilocks Zone – Revisiting an Old Metaphor for a Crucial Decision
In a world dominated by technology and shiny things, it’s easy to think that investing in a Tesla, Netflix, or Amazon is the name of the game .
Investing Lessons During a Crisis – My Experience with the US Market
This is the end Beautiful friend This is the end My only friend The end - The Doors The End! This legendary song, written by the late Jim Morrison,
How to Pick an ETF When There’s an ETF for Everything
From small beginnings in the early 90s, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have become the smartphones of the investing world. Investors across the globe have lapped up these simple-to-use creations,
My Self Directed Investment Portfolio
So what does my DIY portfolio look like with TD Ameritrade? Here it is. Key points: My overall strategy is unchanged from what I set up previously. I still have
TD Ameritrade V Hatch Invest (and DriveWealth)
How does TD Ameritrade compare to Hatch? There are clear differences when it comes to investment choices, product features and costs. The above is my opinion. It is
Tips and Traps for Kiwis thinking about the Nebraskian Giant
Interested in TD Ameritrade? Here are some pointers based on my own experience. These are my own views and isn’t personal financial advice. I have to make that
TD Ameritrade V Hatch Invest (and DriveWealth)
How does TD Ameritrade compare to Hatch? There are clear differences when it comes to investment choices, product features and costs. The above is my opinion. It is
Tips and Traps for Kiwis thinking about the Nebraskian Giant
Interested in TD Ameritrade? Here are some pointers based on my own experience. These are my own views and isn’t personal financial advice. I have to make that
Review Time! Hatch Invest
Hatch Invest (Hatch) is KiwiWealth’s digital investing platform, which allows you to invest in US shares. They've grown rapidly since their launch in late 2018, reflecting the demand for investing
Review Time! Sharesies
Sharesies is a game-changing provider that has democratised investing for young Kiwis. They’ve been amazingly successful. They’ve acquired a huge number of customers and have undoubtedly introduced many
The Goldilocks Zone – Revisiting an Old Metaphor for a Crucial Decision
In a world dominated by technology and shiny things, it’s easy to think that investing in a Tesla, Netflix, or Amazon is the name of the game .
How to Pick an ETF When There’s an ETF for Everything
From small beginnings in the early 90s, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have become the smartphones of the investing world. Investors across the globe have lapped up these simple-to-use creations,
My Self Directed Investment Portfolio
So what does my DIY portfolio look like with TD Ameritrade? Here it is. Key points: My overall strategy is unchanged from what I set up previously. I still have
TD Ameritrade V Hatch Invest (and DriveWealth)
How does TD Ameritrade compare to Hatch? There are clear differences when it comes to investment choices, product features and costs. The above is my opinion. It is
Tips and Traps for Kiwis thinking about the Nebraskian Giant
Interested in TD Ameritrade? Here are some pointers based on my own experience. These are my own views and isn’t personal financial advice. I have to make that
My Story in Starting Out with TD Ameritrade
Hoorah. I’ve finally joined TD Ameritrade. It was a ‘journey’, but there were some surprises along the way. I think it’s useful to describe the warts and all process
How to Pick an ETF When There’s an ETF for Everything
From small beginnings in the early 90s, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have become the smartphones of the investing world. Investors across the globe have lapped up these simple-to-use creations,
My Self Directed Investment Portfolio
So what does my DIY portfolio look like with TD Ameritrade? Here it is. Key points: My overall strategy is unchanged from what I set up previously. I still have
TD Ameritrade V Hatch Invest (and DriveWealth)
How does TD Ameritrade compare to Hatch? There are clear differences when it comes to investment choices, product features and costs. The above is my opinion. It is
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