There is no other area which has created more wealth, or destroyed investments, than direct investments in the stock markets. A good investment can secure your entire post retirement lifespan, while a bad stock market run can result in your having to rejoin the workforce. Investments in bonds, while less risky, also provide lower returns. And even with bonds, there are things to learn regarding returns and minimizing risk.

This section covers stocks & bonds in considerable detail. While not aiming to provide day-to-day stock market investment advice based on daily information, we do provide market strategies and in-depth coverage regarding the rules, transaction costs and possible traps which can sink a new investor.