Adam Turner

Long gone are the days when you had to sit by the phone for hours to trade stocks during opening hours. Thanks to stock trading apps, traders can access the market at any time from anywhere, buying, selling, and trading with the push of a button.  While trading apps are here to make life easy, […]

An international pandemic that shut down the economy saw a boom in remote work and delivery industries. In times of great flux, there is a real opportunity for regular people to jump from one class to another. I’ve found that one way of doing this can be Forex (foreign exchange) trading as a beginner… It’s […]

If you’re like me, you love the idea of FREE stuff? Nowadays it is actually possible to get free VPN software. VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) give you the privacy and security you desperately need when you’re online. In a day and age where cybercrime does billions of dollars worth of damage and ransomware attacks are more and more […]

Many people are jumping into online trading platforms these days. The market is spearheaded by companies which are dedicated to making the trading experience user-friendly and accessible. One of the biggest names in the social trading sphere is eToro, which offers a trading platform you can use to enter various markets including Australia. eToro AUS […]

For many people, the purpose of getting their hands on Bitcoin is to sell it. For them, it is not about whether or not Bitcoin will increase in value or decrease in value in the long term. Bitcoin is not a retirement fund – it is a way of making money to spend right now. […]

Everyone knows Bitcoin at this point. In fact, there are tons of people who know what Bitcoin is even if they do not know what cryptocurrency in general is. Part of Bitcoin’s value is the fact that people know about it. This has an interesting impact on marketing. What it means is that there are […]

What does it mean to “short” a stock? The term has become such a buzzword in the last few years. But it has to have a set definition, right? Well, you might be frustrated to learn that shorting has a few different meanings. Though it might be more accurate to say that it is done […]

Part of the appeal of commodities is that they are so intuitive to people who otherwise know nothing about the market. If you ask someone, “What stocks have the highest prices right now?” they are going to have little to no clue what to say. Maybe they will say that something like Apple or Tesla […]

Cryptocurrency is popular for many reasons, but one of the most overlooked reasons is how it provides a haven from many countries’ tax systems. This might not be the case forever, but for now crypto is such an unprecedented method of collecting value that most countries lack rules for how to tax it. But what […]

Bitcoin (BTC) mining is the process of making new free bitcoins, adding them to the blockchain.  Rather than using a drill or cauldron, Bitcoin mining is performed by individuals running tricky ‘hashing code’ on special computers, solving complex mathematical problems that result in new bitcoins.  In exchange for generating these bitcoins and adding them to […]

On the hunt for the best apps for buying crypto in Australia? Well, you’ve come to the right place! We’ve scoured the web and narrowed down a list of the best cryptocurrency apps out there and are here to share them with you. Let’s take a look at their hottest features and get a glimpse […]

As you browse the internet and read this right now, are you connected to a virtual private network (VPN)? If not, you should be… Today, computer hacks and cyber attacks happen with alarming regularity. As more of our personal information goes into the “cloud”, we become more interconnected but also much more vulnerable. That’s where a […]

If you own any amount of cryptocurrency, then you need a crypto wallet. It does not matter if you are trading in pennies or mining hundreds of thousands of dollars a day. A crypto wallet is the best method of keeping the keys to your crypto trove safe. But what are the best wallets? That […]

Options have always been attractive to online brokers due to their profitability. However, they have come into much more prominence with the COVID-19 pandemic, causing ripples across stock markets around the world. Australia isn’t immune to these global trading trends, and the search for the best options trading platforms couldn’t come at a more crucial […]

Binary options are a popular trend in trading that is showing up in markets all across the globe. While many investors avoid binary options, thinking that it’s complicated, it’s actually quite simple and comes with opportunities if you know how to play your cards right. If you’re looking to get in on the action and […]

Are you angry, afraid, or feeling you don’t want to miss out? This is what happens when you get trapped in short-term thinking. Which is the absolute opposite to what we could call ‘long-term awareness’. But how can you switch channels? Head to the buying guide, to find out how, before checking out our top […]

With international currencies always in flux, such as when the Australian dollar and British pound nose-diving into a fiery wreck against the USD, it’s no wonder people are interested in shorting currencies heavily. Trading these special contracts on forex markets is similar to trading ordinary shares, or stocks. It involves buying a Contract for Difference, […]

Index funds are pretty darn similar to exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The only real differences come down to a few technicalities that I won’t bore you with in the intro. Index funds are also a type of mutual fund, which are pools of investment that professional money managers handle on behalf of their investors. Confused yet…? […]

Share trading doesn’t require an insane trading rig with 20 screens. It does, however, require a secure online trading platform that allows you to segment data more effectively. Over the last 3 years, I’ve tried many online trading platforms. Through my research and testing, I’ve created a list of those that stand out. In my […]

These days the web is the place to be, connecting customers with products and services across the world. Part of staking your claim on the web is setting up a website, one that has all your key elements and attracts visitors. With a website builder, even those who are not well-versed with technology can create […]

Traders who operate on a “day” basis approach the financial markets in the same manner as a busy auction house. “Goin’ for one cent, goin’ for twos!” There’s a continuous flow of asset exchange and bartering. Gold, currency, stock, and other investments are all held by traders for a single, crucial second. Then, ideally, they make […]

With CFDs, traders can speculate on price movements of different kinds of markets, including stocks, commodities, market indices, and even cryptocurrencies. The best CFD trading platforms come with a variety of features that help you when trading. It’s also important that the platform is regulated by ASIC, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. CFD trading […]

These days, it seems like something is happening to someone’s currency every other week. For example. the American Dollar is booming because the Japanese Yen got bailed out. The British Pound is crashing, resulting in the Australian Dollar being stronger. Russia declared war on its umpteenth neighbour, leading to yet another tumble for the Ruble. […]

Almost every website that allows you to trade in CFDs comes with a warning, by order of basically every governmental jurisdiction that will work with them: “Most people who trade CFDs lose money in their first year. Trade with caution.” This can be a chilling warning for some. It can also be old news for […]

For a lot of people, the stock market appears utterly chaotic. Numbers go up and down, seemingly beyond anyone’s control or ability to predict. And to a certain extent, that is true.  No one can perfectly predict exactly what will happen with any particular stock, much less the whole stock market. If you ask two […]

First up, physically trading oil isn’t possible for most traders. Despite this, you can find lots of liquid markets tracking the price of oil across ETFs, options, futures, or oil-centric stocks. The market itself is bewildering on many levels to professional and individual traders, and prices can fluctuate immensely on daily basis. It pays to […]

CFDs vs. stocks. Which wins and how exactly do they stack up?  In the financial markets, there is a plethora of financial products that can be traded. Given the right conditions, each can create lucrative trading opportunities.  But in a world of wonderful choices, it is crucial to separate the wheat from the chaff. In […]

In today’s digital world, it can feel like owning physical silver is an outdated concept. Should this precious metal rank highly in your portfolio? Look closer and you’ll see there are still several reasons to consider buying silver. In this guide, I cover some of the essentials of investing in silver, including buying physical silver. […]

Expanding your investment portfolio is always a good idea, and many different investment opportunities are available in the Australian market. If you want to buy business shares, have you considered Airtasker Ltd? Airtasker allows people to start their own businesses performing everyday tasks for people in order to make an income. Airtasker shares (ART) have […]

When asked, Warren Buffett said he wouldn’t buy all the bitcoin in the world for twenty-five dollars. Why? “It doesn’t produce anything,” he said.  By comparison, he said if everyone in the room, in which he held this talk, owned “all the farmland in the United States” (or the same for all US apartments), he […]

Finding a reliable online stock broker may seem daunting, but it’s a crucial initial step in the investing process and may help you build wealth over time.  Although selecting a broker may seem difficult, getting started is pretty easy. For those just starting out, I think it’s important to choose a brokerage that offers beginner-friendly […]

Trading platforms are popping up all over the web, making it easier than ever for Aussie investors to jump on board. Even so, choosing one as a new investor can be intimidating. That’s why I’ve taken to the web and found 6 of the best platforms out there for first-time investors.  The last thing you […]

Another addition to your long list of confusing acronyms: FB, ONSs… now CFDs. This less cheeky one stands for ‘Contract for Difference.’ CFDs basically let you place a deposit instead of buying the full trade. In fact, you’re not buying the contract directly. You’re entering into a contract with a CFD broker. They’ll stake the […]

Robo-advisors can help manage your financial affairs but, regardless of your investing experience, picking the best robo-advisor can be difficult.  Many factors need to be considered, from fees and features to funding. What you should choose depends on how you want to invest.  To find the best Automated Investment platform, I examined scores of services […]

While it is a common desire among investors to put money into the financial markets, many people lack the necessary knowledge to do so. This means investors must be proficient enough at asset research and technical chart interpretation to make prudent, high-value online investments. This article provides information on the best automated trading platforms available […]

Did you know that millions of people in Australia and all over the world invest in currencies? It’s true. It’s a great way to make a sizable investment and then a sizable return on that investment as well.  You might not think that investing in currencies is a smart idea, but when you really think […]

Whether you’re looking to put money into tech stocks, mining stocks, ETFs, or anything else, you need to know more than a thing or two about reading the market if you hope to become a talented, successful, and financially sound investor. Reading your market isn’t just about knowing price values and at what price an […]

The first step you can towards derivatives trading is to make sure you know what derivatives are and what they are used for. Derivatives themselves do not have a value. Instead, they are more of an agreement which says one party will owe the other party if a certain price is not paid by a […]

Were you aware that there’s an entire world of investment and trading, that makes trillions of dollars ever year? It’s true, with one type of exchange reaching $6.6 trillion in daily trading in 2019 alone. And yet, despite it being so successful, there are many people who have never even heard of this type of […]

Have you been looking ahead to your later years and thinking about your financial situation? Saving for your future is essential for a prosperous and comfortable retirement, and super funds are one handy option to ensure you reach these later moments in your life with sufficient funds. You might already consider ways to save with […]

Here’s the deal: The Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) is home to more than a hundred Listed Investment Companies (LICs). Because of this, I have only examined the largest LICs by market size rather than trying to cover the whole sector. What follows is a breakdown of my findings about the year-over-year success of many market […]

Investing in the forex market is one of the smartest things a trader can do. It doesn’t matter if you have never invested in anything before, or if it’s something you have done for decades, the forex market will grant you many opportunities that you haven’t had before. For many reasons, investing in forex is […]

Businesses often begin as private enterprises that are reliant on their own cash flow or backed by private investors.  Eventually, they might ‘go public’ through a process known as an initial public offering (IPO). Going public lets the wider market fluidly buy and sell shares of that company. IPOs are always a busy period. Media […]

We have entered an era when there is so much confusion in the markets that ‘capital at risk’ is a common slogan.  In such a period of flux, knowing what your return on investment is, in any concrete way, is no easy task. You have to base uour analysis on longer fundamental financial cycles that […]

Any professional investor’s education should include guidance on acquiring bonds.  Equities and fixed income tend to be distributed together in a well-diversified investing plan, allowing traders to withstand turbulence while still making gains along the way. While there is speculation that treasury bills will perform much better than stocks, this article isn’t financial advice. I […]

A financial plan is a detailed outline of your monetary objectives and the actions you must take to reach them. To make sure that a financial plan is clear and definitive, it is typically documented in writing.  Since investing is often a component of a financial plan that can help you prepare for tomorrow, many […]

While a great range of opportunities for investment exists right now; exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and limited liability companies (LICs) are two of the most widely used.  However, what really differentiates them?  I’ll compare and contrast, examining their features and weighing their relative merits. In the end, you’ll know what’s the difference better after reading this […]

There has been an ongoing discussion over the relative benefits of actively managed funds vs index funds. In terms of portfolio growth, both kinds of funds may be beneficial to investors. However, there are costs associated with each of these options that must be considered. There are benefits and drawbacks to each mutual fund category. […]

Ethical investment has been gaining traction, and investors have started to take it seriously in recent years. In this piece, I define ethical and sustainable investing, walk you through the first steps, and discuss the future of the industry as a whole. Table of Contents: What is Ethical Investing?  📖 Just what do we mean […]

Do you want to start investing for the first time, or are you a savvy investor looking for new avenues? 🏎️💨 Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned investor, whether you’re an older person with a lower risk threshold or a young person with maximum risk tolerance, this guide will walk you through the […]

Buckle up, we’re about to go through a college education in five minutes…also known as ‘What You Weren’t Taught At School’ 🚌. The world is changing fast: The once-great ‘Collective West’ is now watching the shadows of the ‘Emerging Markets’ grow taller. The snowball we all live in is speeding up, as Iran and Saudi […]

Wherever you travel, whether it’s a business trip, studying abroad or just a well-earned holiday, you’re naturally going to need some spending money in the local currency. With all the various exchange rates and general headaches involved with ordering travel money online, getting your hands on foreign currency is not always the easiest of processes […]

A Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) is a great way to build your retirement savings, so it makes sense to have the best investment strategy to help your nest egg grow. Many Australians have an SMSF; as of June 2022, there were more than 603,000 SMFs with more than 1.123 million members. You can start one […]

If you’re starting a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF), you need to have investment strategies in mind immediately. Your investment strategy plays a huge part in saving effectively for your retirement. You will need to review your investment strategy and not stray from it. When planning your investment strategy, you must make important investment decisions, like […]

Naturally, you need to find a reliable service whenever you need to send money overseas or even just receive funds from abroad. It’s typically more complicated to make and receive international transfers compared to just moving money within your own country. Fortunately, though, there are plenty of banks within Australia that allow you to transfer […]

A billion-dollar maker of the microchips which power many of our favourite devices, buying shares in Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is buyin shares in the future of tech. There are many different industries in which you can buy shares, and you can purchase shares from businesses worldwide. As such, it’s not uncommon for Australian investors […]

Buying shares in Australian Buy Now Pay Later giant Afterpay isn’t as easy as you might think. If you’re looking to buy Afterpay shares you won’t find (ASX: APT), as US payments company Block Inc. acquired Afterpay Limited. Trading in APT was suspended at the close of business on January 19 2022. Any previous shares […]

Web hosting providers generally fall into two categories: those that want to overcharge you and those that don’t. Since you probably found this page by looking for the best web hosting in Australia, then I’m going to assume you’re looking for a web hosting company that falls in the second camp. But first, I need […]

Any time you want to create a website that goes live on the web, you’ll need a web host. Still, not everyone that creates a website has a huge budget, creating a need for affordable web hosts. What if I told you that there were free web hosts and that most of them didn’t cut […]

For anyone who wants to set up shop on the internet, there is one thing needed before your site goes live, a web host. While some web hosts only offer the opportunity to secure a website, others come with features that work with both individuals and companies to maximise their online experience, allowing them to […]

After suck a long time stuck inside ,the world is opening up again and the great outdoors is calling. When you take off on your next adventure, make sure your home is safe with help from a home security camera.  Below, I put together a list of the best home security cameras for both indoor […]

When you’re trying to create a website and get it up on the web, there are a few things you need. One of them is a domain registrar, making sure that your name is available and not already taken by another individual or business on the web. If you’re ready to get your website up […]

If you want to be smarter with your money, today your average banking app has budgeting and savings features for creating a money management strategy. These apps help you to track your spending, set aside more money each month and even automate savings to help you reach your goals.  To reach financial independence, it’s wise […]

The best corporate telephone systems simplify the process of setting up and maintaining software-based telephone systems, both in the workplace and for telecommuting employees. So it’s no wonder that many organisations have switched from older hardware-based PBX telephone systems to these new software-based systems which take advantage of Voice over IP (VoIP) and high-definition video […]

You might think that the current selection of free antivirus software is the best thing since potato peelers. But, there are some online situations for which these programs are NOT suitable. To put it bluntly, if you’re doing anything that matters – like online banking, cryptocurrency trading, or anything else that would leave your life […]