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What’s Included in a Fund?
Every fund is different and is made up of different investment products. These products – known as assets btw – starting from lowest risk, are: Cash… money deposited in bank accounts or used in short-term loans…
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How do Funds Make You Money
We know, we know, this is what you really want to know so let’s get down to business. The way money is made depends on the investment. So if you own bonds or…
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6 Steps to Choosing a Fund
When it comes to funds you don’t have to do the investment work (that’s the fund manager’s job) but you do have to choose which fund you want (sorry, you’re not off the…
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Introduction to Funds
A golden rule in the investment world is to spread your money around aka diversify. It's a seriously good way to reduce your risk. But, choosing different companies to invest in can be…
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Paying Tax on Funds
So here’s where funds get complicated. They can make you money in three ways: Through interest, dividends and capital gains. And yes, there are different tax rules for each. Pens at the ready! The…
