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Marcus Padley (MAppFin, LLB, MSAA) is the author of the Marcus Today share market newsletter. He is an author, speaker and a regular on ABC TV and radio. Marcus has been advising institutional clients and a private client base for more than 32 years.

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INVESTING

The questions to ask before signing up for an investment seminar

Asking yourself these questions can help you avoid getting ripped off at a dodgy investment seminar. More

By Marcus Padley - April 1, 2021

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MY MONEY

What money can't buy: Seven things that really matter in life

As we get back into the daily routine, it's worth recognising there are many things money can't buy, and they are the most important. More

By Marcus Padley - January 29, 2021

when etfs are too clever for your own good

INVESTING

When ETFs are far too 'clever' for your own good

Any ETF does exactly what it says on the box, but in order to find out what that is, you need to look past the marketing speak. More

By Marcus Padley - November 20, 2020

lessons from a day tradr

INVESTING

The 25 most important lessons I have learned from life as a day trader

It's not gambling. Money is time. Superannuation is real. These are some of the lessons you learn when you leave your job to become a day trader. More

By Marcus Padley - September 18, 2020

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SHARES

18 tips for buying and selling shares during a pandemic

When the market falls, it will bring another opportunity for investors. But how do you make the most of it? Here are 18 ways to beat the herd. More

By Marcus Padley - August 7, 2020

what coronavirus teaches us about herd mentality

INVESTING

What the coronavirus crash teaches us about herd mentality

Watching, reading and reacting to changes in herd sentiment are how you survive and make the most of these periods. That's how we did it. More

By Marcus Padley - July 1, 2020

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INVESTING

The five numbers you need to know now to plan for your retirement

How much money do you need in retirement? And are you on the right track? Here are the five numbers you need to look at now. More

By Marcus Padley - May 10, 2019

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SHARES

The best investment for your children and grandchildren

Just "giving" your kids or grandkids an investment doesn't engage them or educate them. Here's one they can learn to manage themselves. More

By Marcus Padley - April 5, 2019

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PROPERTY

Falling property prices are an opportunity, not a tragedy

Don't give in to the fear about the housing market and falling property prices. This is not the beginning of the end; it is an opportunity. More

By Marcus Padley - March 1, 2019

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INVESTING

The investors who couldn't care less about share prices

Retiree investors don't stress about money so long as those juicy franked dividends keep filling the jam jar. More

By Marcus Padley - January 9, 2019