31st May 2020
If you’ve used recent months of lockdown and furlough to start your freelance business idea, that’s great! But how do you find freelance clients when everyone’s tightening their purse strings? Lots of businesses are feeling the pinch at the moment, with redundancies and furlough schemes placing constraints on their finances. Unfortunately, this can have a…
11th Feb 2020
It’s 2020 and our lives are pretty much run by our smartphones. So, if you’ve been looking for an alternate income stream that requires minimal effort, digital marketing could be your answer. Not sure where to start? We’ve put together a quick guide, covering all the basics you might want to know before you start….
31st Aug 2017
The internet has more and more places for selling clothes, and we’re pretty impressed by the ASOS Marketplace. It’s a great site for anyone who would like to set up shop online the easy way. We are all aware of the joys of eBay – and how you can make very good money from it –…
16th Apr 2024
It seems like AI has taken over the world in the last few months. The technology is now being used for pretty much everything from generating images to writing emails. But, did you know that AI can also be used to help you invest? The rise of artificial intelligence has caused many financial institutions to…
5th Apr 2024
The clocks went forward on the 31st March which means that spring is officially here! Many people use this time of the year as an opportunity to declutter their homes and organise their lives. But, have you ever thought about doing this with your investment portfolio? Your ‘portfolio’ refers to the collection of different investments…
1st Apr 2024
So, you’re over 50 and it’s starting to feel like retirement is suddenly round the corner. You may already be thinking about the State Pension you will receive. Certainly things are looking a little better for those who rely on this in retirement. The Chancellor has increased it by 8.5% so that will help a…
26th Mar 2024
When a stock or other asset hits an all-time high, it may be tempting to feel like it’s a bad time to invest. After all, if an asset is flying high surely it’s better to wait until its value falls before diving in? In this article we’re going to explore why investors may still wish…
20th Mar 2024
Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) allow investors to gain exposure to a large number of assets at a relatively low cost. In this article we’re going to take a deep dive into the world of ETFs by explaining how they work while highlighting the advantages and risks. Keep on reading for all the details, or click on…
11th Mar 2024
The Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) movement has gained huge traction in recent years. Loosely referring to achieving a financial status whereby you no longer need to work for a living, FIRE is probably the ultimate goal for those seeking to ditch the typical 9-5. But how does investing sit within the FIRE movement? And…
28th Feb 2024
Legendary investor and Berkshire Hathaway chairman, Warren Buffett, has just released his annual letter to shareholders. In it, the 93-year old provides some interesting tips and insights on how investors should navigate the stock market over the coming months. So what exactly does Buffett say in his letter? And how can everyday investors take inspiration…
27th Feb 2024
The S&P 500 has just surpassed the 5,000 mark for the first time in its 67-year history. So what is driving this stock boom across the pond? And should investors who have exposure to American stocks, be worried that we’re on the cusp of another asset bubble? Click on a link to head straight to…
21st Feb 2024
Fear of missing out, otherwise known as ‘FOMO’, refers to the concept of worrying about missing out on exciting events that other people are experiencing. When it comes to investing, FOMO can be dangerous because it’s a state of mind that can lead to investors taking on more risk than they are comfortable with. In…
