17th Jan 2024
Blue chip investing refers to buying stocks in large, big-name companies that have established themselves as big players in their respective fields. But is it possible to invest in too many blue chip companies? And if so, why is this? In this article, we’ll explore these questions, and more. Scroll down for all of the…
15th Jan 2024
Last year turned out to be a bit of a rollercoaster ride for the price of gold. The precious metal experienced several ups and downs during the course of 2023, though ended the year 7.7% in the green. Gold has a reputation for being a decent hedge against inflation but given the current inflation situation,…
9th Jan 2024
Sneakers, antiques, artwork, wine & whiskey… there are a host of non-traditional assets that have the potential to rise in value over time. Given the high inflation we’ve seen over the past few years, now could be the time to consider alternative ways to store your wealth. In this article we’re going to explain everything…
5th Jan 2024
A zero-sum game is a situation where, if one party wins, another loses by the same margin. If you think about investing you may believe that buying and selling shares is an example of a zero-sum game – and it can be! However, did you know that not all investing is actually a zero-sum game?…
12th Dec 2023
With 2024 on the horizon, we’re using the milestone as an excuse to highlight some nifty investing habits – for the new year, and beyond! So whether you’re just starting out in your investing journey, or you’re an established investor seeking a helpful reminder or two, this article is for you. As always, scroll down…
6th Dec 2023
Currency trading has never been easier. All you need is access to the internet, an appropriate brokerage account and you’re good to go! But just how easy it is to make money trading currency? And what are the risks to look out for? Keep on reading for all the details or click on a link…
23rd Nov 2023
Investing can feel like deciphering a secret code at times, especially with terms like ETFs, ETNs, and ETCs floating around. In this article we’re going to explore the differences between Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), Exchange-Traded Notes (ETNs), and Exchange-Traded Commodities (ETCs). Get your head around these different types of Exchange-Traded Products and you’ll almost certainly improve…
9th Nov 2023
This is a sponsored post by Trading 212. Trading 212 is an online investing platform that boasts ‘commission-free investing for everyone’ (Other fees may apply. See terms and fees). But is the platform any good? And with so many investing apps out there, what sets Trading 212 apart from the others? In this article, we’re…
25th Oct 2023
The world is in a rather sad state of affairs at the moment. Not only do we have the ongoing war in Ukraine, but now we’ve a new conflict in the Middle East causing unimaginable human suffering. Yet as difficult as it is to cast aside the profound impact on humans, it’s worth understanding how…
17th Oct 2023
This post is sponsored by Gretel October 29 is National Pension Tracing Day. However account tracing service Gretel are here to remind us that it is not only pensions that need tracing and that a suspected £78 Billion lies in dormant account. Could this be the answer to all of your financial woes? It…
9th Oct 2023
A host of new investing apps and platforms have sprung up over the past decade or so, and this has meant that gaining exposure to the stock market is no longer a rich person’s game. Yet while buying and selling shares is now easier than ever before, you might think that you need a decent…
27th Sep 2023
£1,000,000. Looks good doesn’t it? While it may seem a colossal sum, building a seven figure investment pot is actually quite achievable for the average investor. In this article we’re going to explain how, with a touch of luck, it’s possible to turn £1,000 into a cool £1 million through the art of patience and discipline….
