Basics of Investing

Basics of Investing

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How we'd invest $5,000 today (December 2025)

Still haven't started investing because you're not sure what to actually buy? We're solving that today. In this episode, Ren and Simon each reveal exactly what they'd invest in with $5,000. Real holdings, real strategy, but fake dollars. These two portfolios are concrete examples ...  Show more

Boost My Budget: Simple changes to get on top of your spending

Hilda knows with the amount she’s earning- she should be saving more. But money is something she hates dealing with. Normally, she lacks the motivation to do anything about it. But with a recent pay cut, it’s clear things need to change.

 

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