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How to invest in gold: A beginner’s guide
Discover how to invest in gold in 2025. Find out why investors like it, how it performs, its risks and benefits, and the best ways to invest in gold from the UK.
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What are stocks?
Stocks are probably the first assets to come to mind when we talk about investment. But what are they, and how do they work?
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What is a crypto ETN?
Crypto ETNs offer something new for UK retail investors. Find out what they are, how they work and how to invest.
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What is a bond? - Everything you need to know
Understand bond risks, returns, and how to invest in them.
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How to use a ‘top funds’ list: Five tips for picking mutual funds
Overwhelmed by the number of ‘top funds’ lists and investment fund recommendations? Read Freetrade’s five tips for finding your next investment fund.
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ETF vs Mutual fund: Which is best?
Discover key differences between mutual funds and ETFs, and which might be right for you.
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10 best investment funds in the UK
Find out about the top investment funds in the UK, as well as which sectors and themes are popular among investors
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What is an investment fund?
Find out more about investment funds, including why they are popular and the different types you can invest in.
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Types of mutual funds: A simple guide
Learn about the different types of mutual funds and how they could fit into your portfolio
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Corporate action explained
We demystify corporate action and proxy voting by looking at different types of events and the way they can impact shareholders.
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UK Investor’s Guide to Mutual Funds
Explore mutual fund investing in the UK with our guide. Learn the basics, mutual fund types, how they compare to ETFs, and how to invest with Freetrade.
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Pound-Cost Averaging vs Lump Sum Investing: Which is Best?
Which of the two is the better investment strategy?
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How to invest in stocks - A beginner’s guide
Learn how to invest in stocks. Step-by-step UK guide covers accounts, costs, strategies, and FAQs for beginners.
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Building a fund portfolio for the long-term
A step-by-step guide to mutual fund investing for the long-run.
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Tax-efficient fund investing: making the most of ISAs and SIPPs in 2025
Your full guide to investing tax-efficiently with funds in the UK, including ISA and SIPP tips and capital gains explainers.

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