Broker basics: where do I start?

<p>Choices, choices, choices! You’ve decided to take the plunge and buy shares, but how? Where? Well, if you’ve got a bank, you’ve probably got a broker! In this episode, we’ll break down what a broker is, discuss how you can work out which broker is for you, and answer some of your broker questions. We want to debunk the classic Wall Street image - because these days buying or selling shares isn’t necessarily an old dude calling you up and asking if he can look after your money… In fact, it can be as simple as downloading an app, filling out some details and just... clicking buy! Don’t believe us? In this episode we're joined by <a href="https://shareplicity.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Danielle Ecuyer</a>, author and founder of Shareplicity, who answers all our burning questions. </p><br><p>*****</p><p>Make sure you don't miss anything Equity Mates related by signing up to our<a href="https://equitymates.com/email%20" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> email list</a>. And visit<a href="https://equitymates.com/support/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> this page</a> if you love everything Equity Mates and want to support our work.</p><br><p>*****</p><p>Any views expressed by the podcast host or any guest are their own and do not represent the views of Equity Mates Media or any other employer or associated organisation.</p><p>Always remember, all information contained in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional financial, legal or tax advice. The hosts of Equity Mates are not financial professionals and are not aware of your personal financial circumstances. Before making any financial decisions you should read the Produce Disclosure Statement (PDS) and, if necessary, consult a licensed financial professional.</p><br><p>For more information head to our <a href="https://equitymates.com/disclaimer/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Disclaimer Page</a>, where you can find resources to search for