13th Feb 2025
We’ve all heard the saying, “The crowd is always right,” right? Well, what if that’s not entirely true when it comes to investing? Enter contrarian investing, a strategy that’s all about going against the grain and challenging the herd mentality. While the majority of investors are rushing to buy what’s trending or riding the wave…
10th Feb 2025
This investing post is sponsored by Alliance Trust. According to HMRC, there are roughly 2,000 ISA millionaires in the UK. Collectively, these individuals have managed to squirrel away £2.8 billion in tax-efficient accounts – an impressive feat! But is becoming an ISA millionaire a realistic goal for many? And why do so many ISA millionaires…
6th Feb 2025
Cryptocurrency is a term that’s hard to escape these days, isn’t it? Everyone from your tech-savvy friends to influencers on social media are talking about it, and maybe you’re starting to wonder if you should pay more attention. Could crypto be a smart addition to your investment portfolio? In this guide, we’re going to break…
29th Jan 2025
Peer-to-peer lending (P2P) has grown in recent years. But what is it – and how can you both make money from investing in it? As savings rates plummet to not-worth-it levels, putting your money into other things can help protect the future growth of your wealth. Peer-to-peer lending is a great alternative for some people…
23rd Jan 2025
One of the most stable types of investment that you can put your money into in the UK is Gilts, also known as Government bonds. These investments are known for their steady returns, low volatility and beginner-friendliness which makes them a great option for our lovely readers! But, what are government bonds and how can…
22nd Jan 2025
A key starting point in any investing journey is to understand the different types of investments that are available to put your money into and how they work. Because investing isn’t all about stocks! In fact, there are numerous ways that you can make your money work for you and each different type of investment…
21st Jan 2025
Even if you aren’t a newbie investor, it can be easy to make mistakes when investing. From making decisions based on emotions to not having an effective investing strategy, there are several ways where you can go wrong. In this article, we’re going to reveal 10 of the most common mistakes made by investors. Keep…
18th Jan 2025
Here’s a complete beginner’s guide to alternative investments like art. Showing you other ways to invest outside of stocks, shares, and bonds.
17th Jan 2025
Ah, the age-old question: should you be saving or investing? It’s one that has sparked many debates over dinner tables and in financial forums. Both saving and investing have their merits, but how do you decide which is best for you? In this article, we break down investing vs saving to help you decide the…
15th Jan 2025
If you’re unfamiliar with bonds it may be confusing to learn that when bond prices rise, yields fall. And when bonds prices fall, yields rise. So, what’s the reason behind the inverse relationship between bond prices and yields? And what does it all mean? Keep on reading for all the details or click on a link…
14th Jan 2025
Play your cards right and a modest £1,000 investment today could put you on the path of building a sizeable stock market portfolio. In this article, we’re going to explore how beginner investors might choose to invest an initial £1,000. Plus, we’ll explore how much money investors can make by starting with a low four-figure…
10th Jan 2025
One of the most frustrating things about investing is seeing returns accumulate in your portfolio, only to have to hand them over to the tax man! In the UK, you must pay capital gains tax on any profits that you make when you sell investments. The current rate of capital gains tax (CGT) is 10%…
