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A series of in-depth guides to financial products, investing and saving to help first-time investors and those more experienced manage their money and portfolios with more confidence.

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What is an ISA?

Learn about ISAs (Individual Savings Accounts) and how they can help you invest tax-efficiently

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January 10, 2023
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OTC stocks and ADRs explained

OTC ADRs are a gateway for adding international stocks to your portfolio.

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October 13, 2022
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How to invest £1,000

Here’s everything you need to know about investing £1,000. We cover how to prepare, what to invest in, and the best ways to make your pounds go further.

Published
August 5, 2022
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How to value stocks

Valuation is arguably the most important part of investing, so what is it?

Published
June 21, 2022
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How to invest £10,000

Here’s all you need to know about the best way to invest £10k. We cover what you need to consider, places to invest £10k in the stock market, and much more.

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June 21, 2022
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Inflation and the stock market

Here’s a complete explanation of the link between inflation and the stock market, along with strategies to hedge and tips for stock investing.

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June 21, 2022
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Should I invest in cannabis stocks?

Do cannabis investments offer a chance of high returns or are they doomed to go up in smoke?

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March 7, 2022
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Investing in tech stocks

Technology stocks have dominated the investment landscape for much of the last decade, here's a guide to investing in the sector.

Published
February 28, 2022
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Best investments for beginners

The staircase doesn't need to feel so steep.

Published
February 22, 2022
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How to buy US shares in the UK

How to invest in US stocks and what to consider when you do.

Published
February 18, 2022
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Investing during stock market corrections

Stock market corrections can be uncomfortable, it's a good idea to understand how to think about them.

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February 15, 2022
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Your ISA allowance: what is it and how can you make the most of it?

Everything you need to know about making the most of the annual ISA limit.

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February 4, 2022
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How much cash should I have in my portfolio?

Cash can be a drag on your performance, here's how to think about it.

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February 2, 2022
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Types of ISA

Learn about the different types of ISAs and which ISA could be right for you.

Published
January 24, 2022
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What are dividend stocks and how do they work?

Find out what dividends are and how they can contribute to the growth of your investment portfolio.

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January 14, 2022
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How to choose the best pension plan

A guide to help you find the right personal pension.

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January 13, 2022
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Choosing the right investment account: ISA or GIA?

ISA or GIA? Some tips and tricks to help you decide where to keep your investments.

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January 13, 2022
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What is commission-free trading?

We explain what commission-free trading is and how it works.

Published
January 13, 2022
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How to start a pension

A short and snappy guide explaining how to start a pension.

Published
December 21, 2021
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Self-employed pensions

Simplifying the world of self-employed pensions. 

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December 16, 2021
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Types of pension

A guide to the different types of pensions in the UK.

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November 26, 2021
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What is a pension and how do pensions work?

A pocket guide to pensions. What are they and how do they work?

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November 24, 2021
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How to buy shares

A step by step guide to buying shares online.

Published
July 23, 2021
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What is a REIT?

We explain the ins and outs of one of the most popular routes to real estate investing.

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May 14, 2021
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Everything you need to know about selling your shares

When to sell stock and how to go about it

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May 7, 2021
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How to open a brokerage account

And set yourself up for a positive investment experience.

Published
April 30, 2021
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Investment risk explained

Getting to grips with risk is essential before you start investing.

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April 23, 2021
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Everything you need to know about investing in emerging markets

And how you can invest in emerging market trusts, stocks and ETFs.

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March 12, 2021
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A guide to investing in commodities

Precious metals and raw materials are back in vogue.

Published
February 25, 2021
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What's a SPAC?

The firms are becoming a popular fast-track to IPO and raise funding.

Published
February 23, 2021
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What are penny stocks and how to invest in them

Don't expect to get rich quick.

Published
February 19, 2021
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How to choose the best investment app for you

We explain how to sift through all the offerings out there

Published
February 5, 2021
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What is ESG investing?

Everything you need to know about ESG and sustainable investing

Published
December 14, 2020
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Investment trusts explained

And why they might be right for you.

Published
December 1, 2020
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Deep dive: What is a bond?

Deep dive into what bonds are and how they work

Published
November 26, 2020
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What is an ETF?

The who, why and what of ETFs. We explain everything you need to know about exchange traded funds.

Published
November 25, 2020
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What's a SIPP?

We explain the ins and outs of the tax efficient pension account

Published
October 12, 2020
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Your guide to ISAs

Everything you need to know about stocks and shares ISAs

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September 10, 2020
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