Q&A: Investing 101 - tips for the absolute beginner

Wealth Editor James Kirby’s Q&A on “investing 101”, with tips for the absolute beginner.

This week, James Kirby will discuss investing tips for the beginner.

Wealth Editor James Kirby has conducted a special beginners live Q&A session on Wednesday, from 12.15pm to 12.45pm (AEDT).

Everyone needs to invest ... but where to start?

This is the perfect opportunity for readers who are just setting out on their investment journey, or just need a forum to ask a very simple question.

How does a dividend work? Where do I go to buy shares? And what on earth in an ETF?

Scroll down to read James’ answers to your questions, in the comments section below.

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Please note this is a general advice forum — we are not offering personal advice of any kind. James has endeavoured to answer as many questions as possible in the time frame permitted with a view to helping as many subscribers as possible. Unfortunately may be unable to get to all questions and we apologise if your question was not answered this time.

We are planning to produce a series of similar subscriber-only sessions on investment issues that matter to you, and these will be promoted on www.theaustralian.com.au over the coming weeks, so stay tuned. We also cover these topics regularly in the Wealth section.