Author: Chris Brycki

Chris has over 25 years of investment experience and spent most of his early career as a Portfolio Manager at UBS. Chris has been a member of the ASIC Digital Advisory Committee and volunteered as a member of the Investment Committee for the NSW Cancer Council. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting/Finance Co-op Scholarship) from UNSW.

What is your investment profile and why is it important?

Understanding your investment profile is one of the most important things we do as your investment adviser to help you reach your investing goals.

How to prepare your ATO tax return as a CommSec investor (and how Stockspot makes tax time easier)

Preparing your tax return as a CommSec investor can be complex. This guide explains each step and how Stockspot automates it for you.

The 5 most common ETF tax mistakes (and how to avoid them)

ETF tax time doesn’t need to be stressful. Learn the 5 most common ETF tax mistakes Australian investors make.

Is index investing destroying the share market? Index investing myths debunked

We explore how Index investing isn’t destroying markets, it’s making investing simpler, more accessible and affordable for everyday investors.

Why your super fund might be hiding a capital gains time bomb

One hidden risk of the new Division 296 tax is how some super funds handle unrealised capital gains, which could end up costing you.

Generational wealth transfer: The gift of inheritance vs a smaller head-start at a young age

The average Australian receives an inheritance by 55, but what if a small gift much earlier in life created the same wealth?

What is index investing? A simple guide for Australians

Learn how index investing works, whether it’s safe, and how to get started in Australia.

Investing, Super

How to grow your super and avoid hidden risks

Looking to grow your super before June 30? Learn a smart tip that could add thousands to your retirement savings.

Is a volatile market really a stock picker’s market?

Volatile markets often lead to claims of a “stock picker’s market.” But do the facts support it?

VDHG & VDGR: Why some investors in Vanguard diversified ETFs should be worried at tax time

Each year, tax time catches some investors off guard. If you’re holding a diversified ETF like VDGR or VDHG, you might be one of them.

Not happy with your super fund merger? What are your options and how to switch super funds

If your fund has changed, here’s how to take back control and switch to a low-fee alternative.

Should I buy gold in 2025? What’s next for gold prices

What’s behind the rise in gold prices, what may happen next and why should smart investors include gold in a diversified portfolio?

Investing, SMSF, Super

The super tax targeting the wealthy- that might hit you too

Labor’s new super tax targets balances over $3 million, but the impact could spread wider than you think and even smaller balances may pay.

Qantas Super has merged with ART: What does this means for you and your retirement savings

The Qantas Super merger: what happened and what does this mean for members?

How to set up Multi-Factor Authentication

Protect your investments with login and withdrawal 2FA security, available for all Stockspot clients.

What happens when your super fund is part of a merger?

Learn what happens during a fund merger, what to watch out for and how to stay in control of your retirement savings

Together we’ve reached $1 billion

Today I’m proud to share that we’ve become the first robo-adviser in Australia to manage over $1 billion on behalf of our clients.

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Investing, Reports

Stockspot Performance Update: March 2025

Over the 12 months to 31 March 2025, all five Stockspot Model Portfolios delivered strong after-fee returns between 11.5% and 12.3%

Investing, Life

FIRE investing vs diversified investing: which strategy builds long-term wealth?

Is FIRE investing the fastest way to financial freedom? We break down the pros, cons, and key differences between FIRE and diversified investing.

Everything you need to know about Stockspot Super insurance

Stockspot Super Insurance Guide: Life, TPD and Income Protection. Everything you need to know including costs and how to apply.

How portfolio rebalancing works and why it’s important

Learn how portfolio rebalancing works, why it’s essential, and how to automate it to keep your portfolio on track.

Investing, Life

What I learned from my first investment as a ten year old

I made my first investment in January 1996 at just 10 years old. Not exactly a typical hobby for a kid in primary school, but I was hooked.

What are the best crypto and bitcoin ETFs in 2025?

How to invest in cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin in Australia, using an exchange traded fund (ETF) on the ASX.

4 Best Australian Bond ETFs of 2025

We review the best Australian Bond ETFs on the ASX in 2025

Product update: April 2025

Discover what’s new – from the launch of Stockspot Super, to in-app chat, easier account switching, kids portfolio insights & custom icons.

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Ethical ETFs Performance Comparison Q1 2025

Summary of all ASX Ethical ETFs by Performance and Returns.

All your investing in gold questions answered

Gold has long been a trusted investment option, providing stability and protection against inflation and market fluctuations.

Why active ETFs are failing in Australia

Most active ETFs fail to gain traction. Here’s why indexed ETFs continue to dominate flows and performance in Australia.

What are the best ASX property and real estate ETFs in 2025?

How to invest in property using an exchange traded fund (ETF). We compare the best property and real estate ETFs.

Stake investing app

Stake investing app review

Stake is an Australian share trading app that lets you trade US stocks and ETFs. We tell you how Stake works and how share trading apps like Stake are different to long-term investing apps like Stockspot.