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Investing for Beginners: Your 2025 Guide to Shares & ETFs

Learn how to start investing in shares and ETFs in 2025, what platforms to use, and how to create a simple strategy that works for you.

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About this episode

In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask walks you through how to start investing in 2025, covering everything from investment platforms and brokerage accounts to micro-investing and ETFs.

You’ll learn:

  • Why an emergency fund is crucial before investing
  • How to choose the right investment platform (Raiz, Perla, CommSec, etc.)
  • What ETFs are and why they’re great for beginners
  • The step-by-step process to get started today

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Topics Covered

  • Why You Need an Emergency Fund Before Investing
  • The 3-Year Investing Apprenticeship: What You Should Learn
  • Starting Small: The Best Way to Begin Investing
  • Understanding ETFs: Why They’re a Great First Investment
  • How to Pick the Right Investment Platform
  • Micro-Investing Apps: Perla Micro, Raiz, Sharesies, CommSec Pocket
  • Traditional Brokerage Accounts: SelfWealth, Stake, NABTrade
  • Automated Investing & Diversified ETFs (VDHG, DHHF, etc.)
  • How to Write an Investment Thesis (Your Personal Investing Plan)
  • Understanding Brokerage Fees & How to Minimize Costs
  • Verifying Your Investment Platform: Checking for an AFSL
  • How to Avoid Scams & Ensure You’re Investing Safely

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