About this episode

This episode discusses the journey of a Money Bee in investing, covering market timing, ETFs, and the emotional aspects of managing a portfolio.

What actually happens when you start investing… and just figure it out as you go? In this week’s Investing Diary, we’re chatting to a Money Bee who has been on a full journey over the last four years. Blue chip stocks, trying to time the market, accidentally buying multiple ETFs that all hold the same companies… nothing has been off limits. It’s the kind of story that will make you feel a lot better about your own investing decisions. We talk about what it looked like starting out with a $10,000 head start, how confidence can quickly turn into “I can outsmart the market” energy, and the moment you realise your strategy might not be as solid as you thought. There’s also a really real conversation about ETFs and diversification, especially when you think you’re spreading your investments… but you’re actually doubling up without realising. Plus, we get into the emotional side of investing, like watching your portfolio move up and down, and how to stay consistent when everything feels a bit chaotic. We also cover the practical side of things, including choosing an investing platform, the differences between CMC and…

People in this episode

Host: Victoria Devine

Guest: Money Bee

Topics covered

• investing
• market timing
• ETFs
• diversification
• emotional investing
• investment strategies

Keywords

• investing
• market timing
• ETFs
• diversification
• portfolio management
• investment platforms
• emotional investing

Sponsors

Skye

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: CMC, Sharesies

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