From setback to security: How Stockspot helped Vicky invest for the future
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When life takes an unexpected turn, it can feel daunting — especially when money is involved. For Vicky Papastergiadis, separation at 60 brought a new challenge: for the first time, she had to manage her own finances.
With retirement on the horizon and a new grandson she adored, Vicky wanted peace of mind. She didn’t want the stress of property investing again, nor the guesswork of managing shares on her own.
That’s when she discovered Stockspot*, Australia’s largest online investment adviser — a platform designed to make investing simple, transparent, and stress-free*.
It is a way of investing in a wide spread of shares and bonds without the need to pick individual companies*.
‘I liked that I could see exactly where my money was going, pick the level of risk that suited me, and set up automatic payments,’ Vicky says. ‘It felt like a trustworthy and straightforward option, which is exactly what I was looking for.’
Today, Vicky runs two accounts with Stockspot*: one for herself and one for her grandson.
Every payday, she has automatic deposits set up for both. ‘Every time I get paid, money goes into both accounts automatically. I hardly notice it leaving my account, but I like knowing it’s being managed automatically in the background.’*
Her plan? To gift the account to her grandson on his 18th birthday. ‘It makes me so happy to think about the future I am helping create for my grandson.’*
By his teens, he was winning the ASX Share Game and later managed portfolios at UBS.
But Chris noticed the same problems cropping up everywhere: high fees, hidden costs, and unnecessary complexity.
Determined to change that, he started Stockspot with one clear goal: to remove the barriers stopping everyday Australians from investing.*
Today, Stockspot manages over $1 billion for more than 16,000 Australians*, from retirees to young families investing for their children’s future.
For Chris — now a father of three himself — it’s not just about building wealth but passing on financial confidence to the next generation.*
For women navigating life changes, whether separation, retirement, or simply wanting more control, Vicky believes Stockspot offers an empowering path*.
‘It’s never too late to start,’ she says. ‘I’m living proof of that. At 60, I finally feel in control of my finances and excited for what’s ahead.’
Like Vicky, you might discover that confidence with money isn’t about doing everything yourself.* It’s about choosing a system that works quietly in the background, so you can focus on enjoying life.
What about you? Have you thought about investing for your own future or setting something aside for your grandchildren? Let us know in the comments below.
Disclaimer: Stockspot ABN 87 163 214 319 is a licensed Australian Financial Services provider (AFSL 536082) regulated by ASIC. Any advice contained is general advice only and has been prepared without considering your objectives, financial situation or needs except in circumstances where you have provided your personal financial details via our online application process and received a Statement of Advice from us. Before making any investment decision we recommend that you consider whether it is appropriate for your situation and seek appropriate taxation and legal advice. All investing involves risk. Past performance of financial products is no guarantee of future performance. Please read our Financial Services Guide before deciding whether to obtain financial services from us.
*Please note, members, that this is a sponsored article. All content of ours that has an asterisk next to it means we may get a commission when you click on a link—at no cost to you! We do this to assist with the costs of running the SDC. Thank you!
With retirement on the horizon and a new grandson she adored, Vicky wanted peace of mind. She didn’t want the stress of property investing again, nor the guesswork of managing shares on her own.
That’s when she discovered Stockspot*, Australia’s largest online investment adviser — a platform designed to make investing simple, transparent, and stress-free*.
A fresh start with Stockspot
Instead of feeling overwhelmed, Vicky found reassurance in Stockspot’s approach. The platform automatically builds and manages a personalised portfolio of ETFs (exchange-traded funds)*.It is a way of investing in a wide spread of shares and bonds without the need to pick individual companies*.
‘I liked that I could see exactly where my money was going, pick the level of risk that suited me, and set up automatic payments,’ Vicky says. ‘It felt like a trustworthy and straightforward option, which is exactly what I was looking for.’
Today, Vicky runs two accounts with Stockspot*: one for herself and one for her grandson.
Every payday, she has automatic deposits set up for both. ‘Every time I get paid, money goes into both accounts automatically. I hardly notice it leaving my account, but I like knowing it’s being managed automatically in the background.’*
Her plan? To gift the account to her grandson on his 18th birthday. ‘It makes me so happy to think about the future I am helping create for my grandson.’*
The Founder’s Story: Investing made simple
Stockspot* was founded in 2013 by Chris Brycki. He fell in love with investing as a child when his father introduced him to the share market.By his teens, he was winning the ASX Share Game and later managed portfolios at UBS.
But Chris noticed the same problems cropping up everywhere: high fees, hidden costs, and unnecessary complexity.
Determined to change that, he started Stockspot with one clear goal: to remove the barriers stopping everyday Australians from investing.*
Today, Stockspot manages over $1 billion for more than 16,000 Australians*, from retirees to young families investing for their children’s future.
For Chris — now a father of three himself — it’s not just about building wealth but passing on financial confidence to the next generation.*
What makes Stockspot different?
For many Australians, especially those new to investing, Stockspot’s hands-free approach is what makes it stand out:- Personalised portfolios* tailored to your goals and comfort with risk
- Automatic rebalancing and dividend reinvestment* so your money keeps working without you lifting a finger
- Low fees with no hidden charges*
- Access to advisers* if you ever want to talk things through
- Simple updates* that let you know exactly what’s happening with your investments
Vicky’s message to other women
For women navigating life changes, whether separation, retirement, or simply wanting more control, Vicky believes Stockspot offers an empowering path*.
‘It’s never too late to start,’ she says. ‘I’m living proof of that. At 60, I finally feel in control of my finances and excited for what’s ahead.’
Stockspot’s straightforward approach to investing
Whether you’re planning for retirement, rebuilding after a life change, or wanting to invest for the next generation, Stockspot offers a clear, simple path forward*.Like Vicky, you might discover that confidence with money isn’t about doing everything yourself.* It’s about choosing a system that works quietly in the background, so you can focus on enjoying life.
What about you? Have you thought about investing for your own future or setting something aside for your grandchildren? Let us know in the comments below.
Disclaimer: Stockspot ABN 87 163 214 319 is a licensed Australian Financial Services provider (AFSL 536082) regulated by ASIC. Any advice contained is general advice only and has been prepared without considering your objectives, financial situation or needs except in circumstances where you have provided your personal financial details via our online application process and received a Statement of Advice from us. Before making any investment decision we recommend that you consider whether it is appropriate for your situation and seek appropriate taxation and legal advice. All investing involves risk. Past performance of financial products is no guarantee of future performance. Please read our Financial Services Guide before deciding whether to obtain financial services from us.
*Please note, members, that this is a sponsored article. All content of ours that has an asterisk next to it means we may get a commission when you click on a link—at no cost to you! We do this to assist with the costs of running the SDC. Thank you!
