The more time and money you put into something, the harder it is to let go, but this is one of the biggest mistakes we make when it comes to investing.
"I can't work out how a renovation will do anything other than destroy my plans for a buoyant financial future," says Jackson, who is torn between a reno and investing.
Environmental issues are the top priority for eight out of 10 people when it comes to investing, as the memory of Australia's devastating summer of bushfires lingers on.
Flight Centre has cancelled a $40 million dividend payout while Qantas and Corporate Travel Management have deferred theirs. And it's just the beginning.
A cheap stock implies that you will get a bargain, which may be the case when you go to the supermarket, but it can cost you a lot of money when it comes to investing.
Bulls, bears and dead cats. The stock market has a language all its own, and with much of Australia focused on the markets, here is a quick glossary to help you understand.
I suggest staying the course.
This does not mean that your investments will not fall further. But this crisis will eventually pass, and things will get better in the future.
Dodgy corporate behaviour, especially on climate issues, doesn't just leave a bad taste in your mouth. It can also affects investment returns. But how can you take action?
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