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Investing with a purpose (PDF 403k)

Investing without knowing what you want to achieve is a bit like driving a car without knowing where you want to end up. Investing only really makes sense if you have some purpose in mind.

What are managed funds and where do they fit? (PDF 411k)

A managed fund is one that enables you and a lot of other people, each with a small amount to invest, to pool your money for everyone's benefit.

The 5 main advantages of managed funds (PDF 410k)

While 'do-it-yourself' may be fine for work around the house, it's a different matter when it comes to something as serious as your financial future. There are numerous benefits of investing in managed funds rather than trying to 'do-it-yourself'. These are the five most important.

Where do managed funds invest (PDF 424k)

Managed funds invest in different assets, depending on their objectives. The most important assets to know about are Australian shares, international shares, property, fixed interest and cash.

Frequently asked questions (PDF 398k)

By now, you've probably got a few questions about managed funds. Here are some of the most common.

Some golden rules of investment (PDF 452k)

With managed funds, as with any sort of investment, there are some golden rules. A lot of them are just common sense, so here are some common sense rules that everyone should follow.

A sensible approach to risk (PDF 415k)

We would all like high returns with no risk but it's just not realistic. Higher returns do mean accepting more risk, so it's important to understand the nature of different investments before investing.

Choosing the right managed fund (PDF 400k)

Managed funds have become very popular, and there are plenty for you to choose from. To help narrow your choice to funds that are going to suit you here are some guidelines you might find useful.

Product Disclosure Statement

Interests in the Suncorp Investment Funds ("SIFs") are issued by Suncorp Metway Investment Management Limited ABN 31 068 147 651 ("SMIML"), the Responsible Entity of the SIFs. Please read the Product Disclosure Statement (pdf, 1775k) before you make any decision regarding the SIFs. For a copy, contact our Client Services Team on 1800 067 732 from 8am to 5pm (Brisbane time) on Monday to Friday (except public holidays).