Investing outside the main asset classes of stocks and bonds has some challenges to be aware of. We go through a number of them, including property, infrastructure, and commodities.

A risk premium is the additional expected return for higher risk asset classes. Find out the mechanics of why the risk premium exists and examples of it in action.

The different characteristics of cash and bonds, including risk and return, diversification, de-risking, and how to use this information when constructing your portfolio.

REITs or Real Estate Investment Trusts are publicly-listed companies that invest in real estate. They are often targeted by investors seeking yield that seldom appreciate the risks.