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Which type of investor are you?

Joe Wiggins
21 February 2024
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It's so tempting to get lost in the noise and intrigue of financial markets that we can easily forget what type of investor we are. To have any chance of success, it's critical to avoid playing somebody else’s game.

The pros and cons of short-term versus long-term investing

Chris Demasi
7 June 2023
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A key decision that investors face is whether to pursue investments over a short or long-term horizon. Both approaches have benefits and drawbacks and understanding the differences is critical to managing a portfolio.

Why long term investing is not easy

Geoff Warren
29 January 2015

Long term investing makes sense for the majority of investors who have time on their side, but it isn’t always easy. Unexpected events will test your resolve so it’s important to know how to improve your chances.

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