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Sharesight top investing blogs 2023

Sharesight's top 10 investing blogs of 2023

by Stephanie Stefanovic | Jan 18th 2024

As we head into 2024, now is the perfect time to look back on some of the most popular investing blogs we published in 2023.

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4 ways to be a prepared investor this year

by Stephanie Stefanovic | Jan 9th 2024

If you’re looking to improve your performance and strengthen your portfolio against market volatility, here are four ways to become a more prepared investor.

Alternative investments

Why alternative investments are the key to building a diverse portfolio

by Team at Goldie | Dec 20th 2023

In this blog, NZ real investment platform Goldie discusses various methods of diversification and the crucial role that alternative investments have to play.

Make smarter investing decisions

Emotionally intelligent investing: How to make smarter decisions

by Ricky Yeo | Nov 29th 2023

We explain some of the common pitfalls investors face when making decisions, and what you can do to become a more emotionally intelligent investor.

Key duties of a company director

Key duties of a company director

by Content Team at LegalVision | Oct 26th 2023

If you're a company director, there are a number of duties you must comply with or else risk receiving significant penalties. Keep reading to learn more.

What is a dividend aristocrat

What is a dividend aristocrat?

by Stephanie Stefanovic | Oct 11th 2023

Dividend aristocrats are S&P 500 companies that have consistently raised their annual dividend payout for at least 25 years. Keep reading to learn more.

FIRE

What is the FIRE movement?

by Stephanie Stefanovic | Aug 11th 2023

A growing number of people are embracing the FIRE movement, a financial strategy and lifestyle that is also known as Financial Independence, Retire Early.

dividend tax

Do dividends get taxed?

by Stephanie Stefanovic | Jul 21st 2023

Investing in dividend-paying stocks is one way to earn additional income, however Australian investors should be aware of the potential tax implications.

ESS or ESOP

ESS vs. ESOP: What’s the difference?

by Content Team at LegalVision | Jul 6th 2023

This article explores the differences between an ESS and an ESOP, and the key legal considerations when implementing one of these schemes.

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4 reasons to use consolidated views in Sharesight

by Prashant Mohan | Jun 28th 2023

By using consolidated views, you can see all of your portfolios in one view, making it easy to see your overall performance and identify areas for improvement.

Crypto tax

Crypto tax: What Australian investors need to know

by Stephanie Stefanovic | Jun 8th 2023

Cryptocurrency is an increasingly popular asset for investors, but with this comes the need to understand what crypto trading means for your tax obligations.

Calculating capital gains tax on shares in NZ

Calculating taxable gains on share trading in New Zealand

by David Olsen | Jun 1st 2023

While no general capital gains tax applies in New Zealand, a tax on gains made may apply to NZ investors who trade in equity or foreign debt investments.