INVSTR027 How much do I need to start investing? (564 words)

This article outlines the first steps involved in starting an investment portfolio. It concludes by recommending the services of a financial adviser as one of your best investments.

Far from being the realm of the rich, building an investment portfolio is something that most people can do. It can start as a simple savings plan – a few dollars in the bank – before expanding into a diversified portfolio containing a range of asset classes.