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How to invest $1 million

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

A common misconception among investors is that the strategy for larger sums should inherently differ from that for smaller investments. However, this isn’t the case. Whether you’re investing $2,000 or $1 million, the core principle of your strategy should remain consistent. Here are our three tips:

Tip 1: Avoid complex products 

While exploring investment options, you may receive advice from various financial institutions promoting intricate strategies involving active funds, hedge funds, or private equity. However, both data and feedback from Stockspot clients indicate that these often underperform simpler strategies. At Stockspot, we advise our clients to invest in a diversified selection of ETFs. This strategy has consistently outperformed similar funds over the long term. 

Tip 2: Don’t fall for the hype 

Many assume that engaging with private bankers unlocks exclusive investment opportunities. However, such unique chances aren’t typically beyond the reach of the average investor. The goal should be to earn market returns in the most efficient and low-cost way. Index funds or ETFs accomplish this, regardless of the investment amount.

Tip 3: Embrace simplicity 

Investors do best when they invest in a well diversified portfolio, ride out market noise, rebalance to reduce risk, and keeping their fees low. This advice is simple in theory, but many people fall short in practice. That’s where Stockspot comes in, we combine technology and human expertise to guide clients towards their investment objectives, steering clear of common investment pitfalls.

“The core principle of your investment strategy should remain steadfast and consistent

Try our Healthy Investment Guide

For those looking for additional insights on investing $1 million, especially if you’re already managing a portfolio, consider downloading Stockspot’s Healthy Investment Guide. This guide is tailored to help investors streamline their portfolios for success and navigate the maze of potential pitfalls and complexities.

In conclusion, the task of investing $1 million doesn’t necessitate a complex strategy. Instead, embracing a simple, low-cost approach using index funds can pave the way towards long-term investment success.

Stockspot helps you invest in a portfolio of low-cost ETFs by combining the efforts of experienced investment advisers and an automated investment platform.
  • Chris Brycki

    Founder and CEO

    Chris Brycki is the Founder & CEO of Stockspot, Australia’s first and largest digital investment adviser. He founded Stockspot in 2013 with a clear goal. Help everyday Australians invest better using low cost, diversified ETFs. No stock picking. No market timing. No conflicts. Chris has over 25 years of investment experience. He spent much of his early career as a Portfolio Manager at UBS, managing diversified portfolios and gaining first-hand experience inside traditional financial institutions. He has served as a member of the ASIC Digital Advisory Committee and volunteered on the Investment Committee for the NSW Cancer Council. These roles reflect his long-standing interest in improving outcomes for investors and using capital more responsibly. Chris writes about investing, markets, superannuation and the psychology of money. His focus is long term thinking, disciplined behaviour and avoiding the common mistakes that derail investors. He is a regular commentator in Australian media and has been featured in the AFR, SMH, The Australian, ABC and Sky News. He also appears on podcasts, panels and industry events discussing investing, financial literacy and the future of advice. Chris holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance from the University of New South Wales, where he was a Co-op Scholarship recipient. Topics Chris writes about: Long term investing Asset allocation ETFs Superannuation Behavioural finance Market cycles Wealth building for families Connect with Chris: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brycki/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chrisbrycki X https://x.com/chrisbrycki Stockspot: https://www.stockspot.com.au/about-us/team/ AFR: https://www.afr.com/by/chris-brycki-p537fv


Founder and CEO

Chris Brycki is the Founder & CEO of Stockspot, Australia’s first and largest digital investment adviser. He founded Stockspot in 2013 with a clear goal. Help everyday Australians invest better using low cost, diversified ETFs. No stock picking. No market timing. No conflicts. Chris has over 25 years of investment experience. He spent much of his early career as a Portfolio Manager at UBS, managing diversified portfolios and gaining first-hand experience inside traditional financial institutions. He has served as a member of the ASIC Digital Advisory Committee and volunteered on the Investment Committee for the NSW Cancer Council. These roles reflect his long-standing interest in improving outcomes for investors and using capital more responsibly. Chris writes about investing, markets, superannuation and the psychology of money. His focus is long term thinking, disciplined behaviour and avoiding the common mistakes that derail investors. He is a regular commentator in Australian media and has been featured in the AFR, SMH, The Australian, ABC and Sky News. He also appears on podcasts, panels and industry events discussing investing, financial literacy and the future of advice. Chris holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance from the University of New South Wales, where he was a Co-op Scholarship recipient. Topics Chris writes about: Long term investing Asset allocation ETFs Superannuation Behavioural finance Market cycles Wealth building for families Connect with Chris: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brycki/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chrisbrycki X https://x.com/chrisbrycki Stockspot: https://www.stockspot.com.au/about-us/team/ AFR: https://www.afr.com/by/chris-brycki-p537fv

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