To be a truly successful investor, it’s important to understand the nature of any investment that you wish to undertake; by knowing how it can increase in value or supply an income, recognising the level of risks that the investment may bring, and ensuring that the investment type is ideally matched with your financial objectives.

Last week we discussed ways to invest by lending money in the financial markets. As we explained, large corporations, financial institutions and governments can create investments that allow them to borrow money from the investing public for their short-term financing needs or long-term capital requirements. Continue reading Investing by Lending Money – Returns and Risks →