Shocking Truth About Share Investment

I've got two questions for you. First, is the performance of your share portfolio satisfactory?  Second, is the interest you earn in savings accounts, Government bonds, etc, enough?

If you are not happy, then the big question is how to do better in the future. Where should you invest your money for the highest returns?

Let's start by taking a look at the table produced by Barclays Capital  that compares the performance of different asset classes over the last ten years.

Share investment comes out last, with a pathetic return of  -14%! A loss after 10 years of investment. Scary! Most of our pensions and future wealth depends on the performance of shares. Cash deposits were also a poor choice.

Given that the entire Financial Services Industry is geared towards investment that primarily focus on shares, this is a travesty. So called 'investment advisors' work with a narrow range of assets and find every excuse to diss other oppportunities, whilst performing terribly themselves. If this sounds like it's my personal pet hate, you are right!

When it's time to review performance - whether it's your job, your business, or your investments - I once heard this saying which I love. It's simply this: "Have you made reasonable progress in measurable time?" If not, maybe it's time to change tracks. And after 10 years of miserable performance, I personally believe that share investments have had their day.

Is there a better option? Take your pick. Every other asset class delivered better results over the past ten years. What's worthy of consideration? We suggest the top performing investment, although not correctly reflected in the table because of flawed logic.

Property Is Number One!

Let's talk property, listed at Number 4. What's the problem? Simply that the table takes no account of the impact of gearing (borrowing). This is critical to a correct analysis of asset performance.

What's the effect of this mistake? Huge! Assume you gear your property portfolio at the realistic level of 75%, the 10 year return on property jumps from 109% to 436%!  Property is clearly number one, delivering the largest return over 10 years. This superb return is after the fall in values due to the recent property crash!

Many Benefits From Investing In Property

Axis sources investment property in the UK and USA for our clients. We offer three profitable investment strategies which step outside the 'normal' boundaries of risk and return. Using Axis tools and techniques investors can expect:

Quick Cash Profits

Target 25% profit in 180 days. Perfect for investors choosing quick returns.

Accelerated Capital Growth

Target 300% return in 3-5 years. Perfect for investors choosing rapid growth.

Robust Cash Flow

Target 10%-20% pa net income. Perfect for investors wanting high net income, with the added bonus of capital growth.

These outstanding returns are achieved using Axis knowhow and insightful approach to property investment. Even if you already invest in property, we recommend that you consider our unique approach to generating way-above-average returns.

Ready to find out more? If you are not already a Gold Member join us now (it's free)! Then claim your complimentary copy of the new Axis Smart Guide:

"How To Make £1m or More In The Worst Financial Crash Of A Generation".

You'll find it interesting and stimulating. More importantly, you'll discover how to invest in bricks and mortar - using Axis creative strategies - to deliver outstanding returns. 

By the way, do you agree with my analysis? Your comments are welcome below.

Live with Abundance

Rod Thomas FCA

Posted in Creating Wealth

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