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.

Stockspot Performance Update

Investing, Reports

Stockspot Performance Update: March 2024

The Stockspot Model Portfolios returned 8.8% to 14.5% after fees over the 12 months to 31 March 2024.

Top 5 reasons for portfolio diversification

Our top 5 tips on why you should diversify your investment portfolio.

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Should you invest in property or shares?

Property and shares are the two most common ways of building wealth in Australia. Find out which one is better for you.

Finance, Investing

The most important consideration before buying an investment property

Before buying an investment property, there’s a lot to think about. The first thing many investors do is use an investment property calculator to work out their budget, forecasted return or yield; but, are you overlooking the most important consideration?

Investing, Life

What are the best investing apps for kids?

Investing for kids is an investment in their future. It teaches them valuable skills that will serve them well throughout their lives and empowers them to take control of their financial future.

Is Now the Right Time to Invest in Bitcoin? 6 Key Considerations

Conversations surrounding Bitcoin seem to arise in synchronicity with market price surges. Chris explores when (if ever) is it the right time to invest in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

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Stockspot Performance Update: December 2023

The Stockspot Model Portfolios all delivered positive returns in 2023. The portfolios returned 8.6% to 11.8% after fees.

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How to reinvest dividends

Reinvesting dividends is a proven and simple way to grow your wealth and portfolio. Stockspot breaks down the important things you need to know when reinvesting your dividends.

Finance, Investing

Ten share market predictions from 2023 and how they turned out

In this article, I review ten forecasts made by fund managers last December and measure how they performed compared to the market index.

Stockspot Product Update: 2023

We’ve listened to client feedback and made seven key product improvements this year.

Common ETF mistakes made by investors

Investing in ETFs can sometimes feel like navigating a maze. In this article, we walk you through 3 common mistakes that investors often make and how to avoid these pitfalls.

The NASDAQ 100 index: everything you need to know

The Nasdaq 100 index has been one of the best ways to invest and grow your wealth. We explain what the Nasdaq 100 is, and how to invest in it.

What is Betashares Direct?

Betashares Direct is an investing platform for trading ASX ETFs. This article compares Betashares Direct to various platforms, including Stake, Superhero, Pearler, and Stockspot.

Stockspot broker change FAQs

We’re changing our broker. We’ve prepared some FAQs to help answer any questions you may have about this change.

How do you pick a good investment adviser?

Financial planning and investing don’t have to be hard – you just need the right support. Use these handy tips to find an investment adviser that can help you make (and save) serious money.

How to invest when markets go sideways

Sometimes markets don’t go up or down, they go sideways. Here’s how to invest when markets are treading water.

Can you get rich from ETFs?

It’s quite common to get queries about the potential of ETFs for wealth creation. How ‘rich’ you can become using ETFs is often a matter of how you define ‘rich.’

Should you buy small or large cap shares?

Navigating the investment landscape can be daunting, especially when faced with decisions like whether to invest in small-cap or large-cap shares. In this article we look at their differences.

3 bad investing habits to avoid

Your investing habits significantly influence your portfolio and the chances of achieving financial success. Here are the 3 worst investing habits to avoid.

Common ways to gift assets

This article looks at how asset gifting – where parents or grandparents pass on their assets to their children or grandchildren – works in Australia.

HINs vs Custodians: What’s the difference?

When you’re investing, it’s not just the what but also the how that counts. This article looks at the different ways you can own your investments.

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Investing for your kids or grandkids

Planning for your children’s or grandchildren’s financial future may seem complex, but it doesn’t have to be. This article will guide you through 5 key investment strategies.

ETFs for beginners

Getting started with ETFs may appear intimidating, especially when you’re new to investing. Here’s what you need to know when you’re getting started with ETFs.

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Understanding ETFs: the 4 risks you need to be aware of

The world of ETFs is no longer just about following broad market indices. Here’s a more in-depth look at the four key factors you should consider when investing in ETFs.

Should I invest my money or put it in a mortgage offset?

Charting a course through the world of financial management often throws up a heap of complex questions. In this article we look at whether you should invest your savings or put it into a mortgage offset.

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Is it too late to start investing?

When it comes to investing, age isn’t the main game. What truly matters is the length of time you’re planning to keep your money invested.

How to invest $1 million

Do you need complex investment strategies to invest $1 million? We share three tips.

Stockspot’s Review of the Barefoot Investor

We compare the investment strategies of the Barefoot Investor and Stockspot, discussing the key similarities and differences.

What are franking credits?

In this article, we take a look at what franking credits are, how they work for tax purposes.

Investing, SMSF

How can I build a SMSF portfolio using ETFs?

There’s been an increased interest in ETFs among SMSFs lately. We’ve put together a breakdown of three distinct types of SMSF investors who are embracing the potential of ETFs.