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Tristan Harrison

Author Bio
Tristan Harrison has a decade of experience as an ASX share investment writer and was previously a business, tax and audit accountant for seven years. Tristan has contributed to The Motley Fool since October 2016. He has an advanced diploma from the Association of Accounting Technicians and is currently enrolled in the Chartered Institute Management Accountant (CIMA) program. Tristan's goal is to help Australians learn about great ASX shares that can help grow their portfolio, wealth and dividends over the long-term.
Areas of Expertise
ASX dividend shares and passive income strategies
ASX growth shares and ETFs
Business and company financial analysis
Franking credits and personal tax topics
Personal finance
Education
Advanced diploma from the Association of Accounting Technicians
Enrolled in the Chartered Institute Management Accountant (CIMA) program
Social Media
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Favorite Investment Quote
"Live within your income and save so that you can invest."
— Charlie Munger

Recent Articles

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Retirement

Why this ASX share is a retiree's dream for FY27

| Tristan Harrison

This business offers a number of positives for retiree investors.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX shares with dividend yields above 10%

| Tristan Harrison

I think the market is underestimating these stocks with huge yields.

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Energy Shares

Is the PLS Group share price a buy in September?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this lithium business an attractive buy today?

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Growth Shares

2 top ASX shares to buy and hold for the next decade

| Tristan Harrison

I think long-term investing with these stocks is the way to go.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX passive income share ideas I'd use to generate $200 a month in 2027

| Tristan Harrison

I like how these stocks are growing their payouts year after year.

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Dividend Investing

Forget CBA shares! Buy these ASX dividend shares instead for passive income

| Tristan Harrison

CBA would not be my choice for dividends.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Is the Nick Scali share price a buy for its 7% dividend yield?

| Tristan Harrison

This business offers a large dividend yield and growth potential.

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Small Cap Shares

An ASX small-cap share to buy for its bright future

| Tristan Harrison

Investors can get excited about this stock.

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Bank Shares

How many NAB shares do I need to buy for $9,000 of passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

NAB could be a useful option for dividends…

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Growth Shares

2 ASX shares highly recommended to buy: Experts

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks are widely liked by investment professionals.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 ASX blue-chip shares offering big dividend yields

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could provide investors with pleasing passive income.

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Superannuation

How much is needed in superannuation to target a $6,500 monthly passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Superannuation could be the best way to invest for passive income.

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Retail Shares

By September 2027, Wesfarmers shares could turn $10,000 into…

| Tristan Harrison

Can the owner of Bunnings and Kmart build our wealth in the next year?

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Cheap Shares

2 ASX shares tipped to grow 30% or more in the next 12 months

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks are expected to deliver great returns…

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Dividend Investing

The ASX share I just bought for my child

| Tristan Harrison

I think this stock can offer investors of every age pleasing positives.

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Energy Shares

If I buy $4,000 of Woodside shares, how much dividend income will I receive?

| Tristan Harrison

Woodside could be a strong choice for passive income for the foreseeable future.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 39% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This business looks great value and offers good dividends.

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Dividend Investing

$2,000 buys 45 shares in an impressively reliable ASX dividend stock

| Tristan Harrison

This may be the most reliable ASX share for dividends.

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Bank Shares

If I invest $15,000 in Westpac shares, how much passive income will I receive in 2027?

| Tristan Harrison

How much dividend cash can investors bank on next year?

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX passive income ideas I'd use to generate $400 a month in 2027

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses have large dividend yields and pleasing outlooks.

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Growth Shares

Fund managers: 2 exciting ASX shares that could be excellent buys

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses are rated as having very positive futures…

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Retail Shares

3 reasons why the Wesfarmers share price is a buy

| Tristan Harrison

This business has a very promising future. Here’s why I think it’s a buy…

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Resources Shares

How much could the Fortescue share price rise in the next year?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into what Fortescue could achieve.

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Cheap Shares

2 cheap ASX shares near 52-week lows I'd buy today

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks are trading far too cheaply!

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Dividend Investing

281,750 shares of this high-yield ASX dividend stock pays an income equal to the Age Pension

| Tristan Harrison

This business has a very compelling future for dividend payments…

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Superannuation

How much is needed in superannuation to target a $70,000 annual passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Investors can unlock tens of thousands of dollars in dividends through superannuation.

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Healthcare Shares

A rare buying opportunity in 1 of Australia's top shares?

| Tristan Harrison

This business is generating very healthy profit growth.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX shares with dividend yields above 8%

| Tristan Harrison

Both of these stocks are paying significant dividends.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 ASX blue-chip shares offering big dividend yields

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks are providing investors with pleasing dividends…

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

How much must I invest in VAS ETF shares to earn a $1,000 passive income in 2027?

| Tristan Harrison

The VAS ETF could be an appealing option for dividends.

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Personal Finance

How much do I need to retire on $80,000 a year at 50?

| Tristan Harrison

Looking to retire at 50? This is what it could take…

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Communication Shares

Is the Telstra share price a buy for its 6.25% dividend yield?

| Tristan Harrison

Telstra is providing a pleasing level of passive income.

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Growth Shares

Why a fund manager loves these ASX shares right now

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could be compelling buys today…

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Retirement

Why this top ASX share is a retiree's dream for FY27

| Tristan Harrison

This ASX share has numerous positives for retiree investors.

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Resources Shares

Why I'd wait to buy BHP shares in superannuation

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into whether this is actually a good time to buy.

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Growth Shares

2 top ASX shares to buy and hold for the next decade

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could deliver excellent long-term returns…

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Travel Shares

Here's the dividend forecast out to 2029 for Qantas shares

| Tristan Harrison

Can the Qantas dividend fly higher in the years ahead? Or is it grounded?

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Dividend Investing

2 great ASX dividend share buys for passive income in September

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could provide excellent long-term dividend income…

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Bank Shares

Are NAB, ANZ, Westpac and CBA shares attractive buys right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors look at banks as opportunities?

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Cheap Shares

2 ASX shares highly recommended to buy: Experts

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses are well-liked by analysts…

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