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What is dividend harvesting (dividend capture)?
The theory behind dividend harvesting strategies is to buy shares in companies just before they pay dividends and sell them soon after. Read this to learn more.

4 reasons SMSF trustees should be tracking dividends
This blog explains why SMSF trustees need to track dividends, and how using Sharesight can help save SMSF trustees time and money running their SMSF.

The exchange traded fund (ETF) tax nightmare
ETFs create tax complications because instead of classifying them as ordinary company shares, the ATO classifies ETFs as trusts.

How to track employee stock plans
If you own company shares as part of an employee stock plan, you should be tracking them because they're part of your compensation. Here's how to do it.

How and why I track my Selfwealth trades with Sharesight
With Sharesight I can keep track of my investments from all my brokers (including Selfwealth), dividends, DRPs, and easily calculate my performance and tax.

What is the dividend payout ratio (DPR)?
The dividend payout ratio (DPR) is the amount of dividend that a company gives out to its shareholders as a percentage of its current earnings.

5 trends that shaped retail investing in 2020
The year 2020 was a year of change and acceleration, in the world of retail investing. Here's my 5 biggest trends that shaped retail investing in 2020.

4 things investors need to know about dividend investing
In times of economic volatility, it’s more important than ever for dividend investors to keep track of their portfolio.

When are dividends paid by stocks?
It's important for investors to keep track of their dividends, including factors such as price, paid and ex dates, dividend reinvestment plans and taxes.

Diversification of SMSF portfolios post COVID-19
In times of heightened market volatility, it's crucial for SMSF trustees to review and rebalance their portfolio, diversifying their assets as necessary.

Types of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) – explained
This article explores the various types of ETFs available to investors, how they differ, and the roles they play in building an investment portfolio.

Three ways investors approach market volatility
Elevated levels of market volatility can be challenging for investors but with this comes opportunity to both minimise risks and maximise opportunities.