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Introduction to investing

Your free and independent guide to investing

Contents:

What's right for you?
A brief overview of the four main asset classes and some things to consider as you examine your own specific needs.

The stock market
How to buy shares yourself, through a bank or stockbroker, and some things to look for when evaluating your options.

Property
Some key points to consider if you are planning to invest in property.

Managed funds
We look at some of the options for managed
investments where you can let the experts do
the research and hard work for you.

Strategies
An overview of some strategies you may wish to
consider and the importance of issues such as
diversification.

Getting help
Where to seek expert financial advice and some
contacts that may be of use as you begin your
investment journey.

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