When should I start investing?

Start investing as soon as possible

It’s never too early to start investing. Once you start your working life, investing can be a great way to make your money work for you.

Your goalposts have shifted

If you have a significant change in your life or you’ve managed to save some money, it can be a good time to learn how to start investing. Your financial needs and goals may have changed and an investment strategy may help meet them.

You’re building a nest egg

Typically, saving and investing is a means to an end – for example, building a nest egg for you to enjoy in retirement. By the time you retire or partially retire, your investment returns will probably be the largest component of your nest egg. It’s a good idea to understand your investment options, and align your strategy to meet your goals.

And remember that superannuation has some great benefits for beginner investors and experienced investors for building a nest egg.

Learn more about starting to invest.