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Grace Alvino

I love investing for myself and educating others so they can build their own wealth. I watch both US and Australian markets with great interest.

Recent Articles

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Cheap Shares

Why I think these quality ASX 200 shares are trading at a discount

| Grace Alvino

Weak sentiment can create opportunity in quality businesses.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares with business models built for uncertain times

| Grace Alvino

In volatile markets, I’d lean toward essential businesses for income.

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Growth Shares

3 beaten down ASX shares I'd load up on at these prices

| Grace Alvino

When risk-reward shifts in my favour, I pay attention. These three shares stand out.

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ETFs

Why I think these ASX ETFs are buys in 2026

| Grace Alvino

After years of US dominance, I think emerging markets deserve another look. Here’s how I’d gain exposure.

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Broker Notes

Why these buy-rated ASX shares stand out to me

| Grace Alvino

I don’t blindly follow broker ratings, but when reasoning looks solid, I pay attention. These three ASX shares stand out

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How to invest

What to do if your ASX investments just crashed

| Grace Alvino

Sharp pullbacks test discipline. I explain how I decide whether to sell, hold, or add more when ASX shares fall…

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Share Market News

2 Vanguard ETFs to buy and hold forever

| Grace Alvino

For true buy-and-hold investing, I believe simplicity and diversification win. These two Vanguard ETFs offer exactly that.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 high-quality blue-chip ASX shares I would buy right now

| Grace Alvino

I’m not chasing hype when I buy blue chips. I’m looking for businesses I believe can compound steadily for years.

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How to invest

How to make $100,000 with just $500 a month in ASX shares

| Grace Alvino

Small monthly investments can snowball. Here’s how $500 a month can hit six figures.

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Share Market News

3 ASX shares I'd buy if the market dropped 20% tomorrow

| Grace Alvino

Corrections create opportunity. These ASX shares combine resilience and long-term growth.

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Investing Strategies

5 top ASX 200 shares I would buy with $5,000

| Grace Alvino

With $5,000 to deploy, here’s how I’d build a focused ASX 200 portfolio today.

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ETFs

Which is the better buy: the NDQ ETF or the VAS ETF?

| Grace Alvino

If you’re deciding between NDQ and VAS, here’s how I compare volatility, income, and long-term growth potential.

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Share Market News

Here's why I'm still not selling my CBA shares anytime soon

| Grace Alvino

With strong earnings, resilient credit quality, and a growing dividend, I see no reason to sell CBA.

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ETFs

3 exciting ASX ETFs to buy with $3,000 this month

| Grace Alvino

For higher-risk investors, these three ASX ETFs provide exposure to powerful structural trends.

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How to invest

How to make a $50,000 passive income from ASX shares

| Grace Alvino

The path to $50,000 a year in passive income is slow, disciplined, and built on compounding.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 blue-chip ASX 200 shares I would buy and hold

| Grace Alvino

If I’m building around quality, these are the names I'd start with.

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How to invest

The $10,000 Test: Which ASX shares would I still own after 10 years?

| Grace Alvino

If I invested $10,000 and couldn’t touch it for 10 years, these are the ASX shares I would trust to…

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Technology Shares

Should you just forget ASX tech stocks after the AI selloff?

| Grace Alvino

Selloffs don’t always mean something’s broken. Here's why I'm not walking away.

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How to invest

How I would build an income portfolio that lasts a lifetime

| Grace Alvino

An income portfolio that lasts a lifetime needs durability, diversification, and companies that can grow dividends over time.

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How to invest

ASX beginner? Here's what I would do if I were starting with $500

| Grace Alvino

If I were starting with $500, I’d focus on habits, not hype.

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ETFs

The ASX ETFs I think could beat the Australian share market over the next 5 years

| Grace Alvino

If the goal is market outperformance, I think these growth-focused ETFs are worth considering.

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ETFs

Why I would buy these ASX ETFs with $50,000

| Grace Alvino

I’d allocate $50,000 to a mix of structural growth and high-quality global exposure.

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Dividend Investing

These are my top ASX passive income picks

| Grace Alvino

I’m focused on dependable cash flow and dividends that can grow over time.

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Investing Strategies

My 10 best ASX shares to buy in February

| Grace Alvino

February isn’t about perfect timing. It’s about backing strong businesses for the long haul.

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Resources Shares

I would skip Northern Star shares and buy these ASX stocks

| Grace Alvino

Big gains can be exciting, but they can also leave little margin for error.

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ETFs

Why I think this Vanguard ETF is a strong buy in 2026

| Grace Alvino

Global diversification matters more than ever if you’re investing for the next decade.

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Investing Strategies

3 of my high-conviction ASX 200 share picks for February

| Grace Alvino

I’m not looking for clever trades, just businesses I’m comfortable owning through different cycles.

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Investing Strategies

Should you buy BHP, CSL, and DroneShield shares? Here's my take

| Grace Alvino

These opportunities make a lot of sense if you’re willing to think long term.

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Blue Chip Shares

Are these the best blue-chip ASX shares money can buy?

| Grace Alvino

These are businesses I’d feel comfortable owning regardless of market conditions.

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Retirement

How I would aim to build a $500,000 ASX retirement portfolio

| Grace Alvino

I don’t think building a meaningful retirement portfolio needs to be complicated.

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ETFs

Why I would invest $500 in each of these ASX ETFs

| Grace Alvino

I think spreading small amounts across different regions is one of the smartest ways to invest.

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Cheap Shares

I think these cheap ASX shares are strong buys this month

| Grace Alvino

When quality businesses fall this far, I think it’s worth looking past the noise.

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ETFs

I would forget ANZ bank shares and buy these ASX ETFs

| Grace Alvino

Diversification matters more to me than squeezing extra value from one institution.

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Technology Shares

3 reasons I would continue to buy ASX tech shares in 2026

| Grace Alvino

Short-term fear doesn’t change the long-term case when businesses remain deeply embedded.

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Investing Strategies

Where I would invest $10,000 in ASX 200 shares in February

| Grace Alvino

If I were investing today, I’d focus on businesses I’d be happy to own for years like these.

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ETFs

3 Vanguard ETFs I think deserve a spot in most portfolios

| Grace Alvino

These aren’t flashy ideas, but they’re the kind of funds you can hold with confidence.

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Investing Strategies

I would invest $50,000 in these ASX 200 shares if I were aiming to beat the market in 2026

| Grace Alvino

If I were trying to beat the market in 2026, I wouldn’t rely on just one type of upside.

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How to invest

How could I turn $500 a month into $50,000 with ASX shares?

| Grace Alvino

This is the kind of investing plan you can stick with through market ups and downs.

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Cheap Shares

2 ASX shares that could be overdue for a new year jump

| Grace Alvino

Sometimes the market prices in too much bad news, too quickly.

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Bank Shares

Westpac vs CBA shares, which is the better buy?

| Grace Alvino

If I had to choose one Australian bank today, I’d rather own quality than chase yield.

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