8th Jun 2024
What would you do with a £10,000 windfall? Whether you’ve finally received a bonus at work or you’re headed for an inheritance, coming into cash that you weren’t expecting can be a welcome – if confusing – experience. While it’s easy to buy yourself ‘a few little treats’, there are lots of ways to make…
26th Mar 2024
April is the start of the new tax year and that means a bunch of financial changes ahead. As we roll into the 2024/2025 tax year, we’re going to take a look at every financial change that kicks in this month so you can make sure you’re taking care of your money as efficiently as…
16th Feb 2024
Investing can be a daunting prospect, particularly if you’re young and considering whether it’s time to put some of your hard-earned money into stocks and shares. In this article we’re going to take a look at all the things young investors need-to-know about the stock market. Click on a link to head straight to a…
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….
14th Jun 2023
If you don’t know much about investing you may believe the stock market is nothing but a glorified casino. After all, isn’t investing just gambling? And shouldn’t you just save your money to earn a guaranteed interest rate instead? In this article, we’re going to explore these questions and more. Plus, we’ll touch on how…
31st May 2023
If you want to invest in property, using REITs can be an excellent place to start. Here’s what you need to know about REIT investing.
18th May 2023
This investing post is sponsored by Alliance Trust. The UK has an inflation problem. According to the latest Consumer Price Index, inflation is running at 10.1% and, worryingly, this puts the UK at the top of the inflation tables across Western Europe. So, with prices rising (and rising), how can UK-based investors protect the value…
12th May 2023
Are you looking to invest but keen for a helping hand? Shelling out for the services of a professional is no longer your only option. Thanks to the advent of ‘robo-advisors’ it’s now possible to have a digital companion pick and choose investments for you based on your appetite for risk. Automatic investing tools have…
3rd Apr 2023
This investing post is sponsored by Alliance Trust. In life, there are only two things that are certain: death and taxes. While we can’t avoid the first, there are ways for investors to shield their assets from taxes. In this article, we’re going to explain how investors can protect their wealth from tax. Plus, we’ll…
10th Feb 2023
On Thursday 9 February, the FTSE 100 opened the day at 7,927 – an all-time high! Given the index’s strong start to the year, can investors expect more of the same over the coming months? Or is it possible that the FTSE 100 is simply overvalued? Let’s take a closer look and these questions and…
29th Dec 2022
Welcome to Ask Jasmine, the column where I round up some of the questions I have received from readers. In this edition, I answer questions about pensions, dealing with letting agencies, and Lifetime ISAs. I hope these answers can help you with any questions you may have. Don’t forget to leave any questions you have…
25th Aug 2022
Beginning a savings plan can be a daunting prospect especially considering the plethora of investment options available nowadays. This guide, written by a Gen-Zer (just graduated this year), aims to help young investors get started. One thing to bear in mind as a young investor is that you don’t need to put in large sums…
