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I’m still buying top-notch businesses as stock markets continue to dip

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Instead of panicking, Zaven Boyrazian has been busy capitalising on stock market volatility to add top-notch shares to his portfolio…

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Here’s how I’d try and turn £10k of savings into £500 a month in passive income!

| Dr. James Fox

By using the tax-efficient ISA wrapper, investors in the UK can turn their savings into a reliable source of passive…

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Is this FTSE 250 company a better business than Google?

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright thinks there’s a FTSE 250 company that’s a better business than Alphabet. And its shares are trading at…

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2 top equity income funds to consider for an ISA or SIPP

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights two equity income funds that have beaten the market over the long run and look capable of…

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No savings at 45? I’d buy cheap UK shares to aim for a richer retirement

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Investing in UK shares while they’re cheap can help secure a far more luxurious retirement lifestyle, even when starting later…

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Here are some lessons for young investors from Warren Buffett

| Dr. James Fox

Young investors can learn a lot from Warren Buffett, that's obvious. But one of the most important lessons is taking…

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How I’d aim to transform my monthly savings into a second income worth £5k annually

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for a second income. Here, Dr James Fox explains the investing concept central to wealth creation…

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My Stocks and Shares ISA has slumped, but I’m loving it!

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian holds a lot of growth stocks in his Stocks and Shares ISA that have been sold off. But…

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Are we headed for a new stock market crash? Here’s what the experts say

| Alan Oscroft

Has anyone noticed that the experts are always predicting a new stock market crash, but mostly miss them when they…

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How I’d invest £250 per month to aim for a £10,600 second income

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright doesn't want to rely on the State Pension to fund his retirement. Instead, he’s looking to earn a…

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Up less than 8% in 5 years, is the FTSE 100 a busted flush?

| Cliff D'Arcy

The FTSE 100 is up a mere 7.7% over five years. This has left the London market looking far too…

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2 hard-as-nails value stocks to help me ride out a choppy stock market

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs over two value stocks that he believes could help to support an existing portfolio with one eye…

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UK housing shares: be greedy when others are fearful

| Michael Que

There is widespread fear about UK housing shares as property values fall, but it's likely a correction. Here is my…

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I’d aim to get rich during the next stock market crash!

| Oliver Rodzianko

Many investors lose money during a stock market crash, but this Fool knows how to profit. Wise judgement, cash reserves…

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Larry Fink: investors should have 80% of their money in the stock market and hard assets

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Larry Fink, the CEO of BlackRock, believes that investing in the stock market is the key to not running out…

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How I can start to invest for retirement with just £500

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith outlines how much £500 could be worth in a few decades' time if he starts to invest for…

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This FTSE 250 stock just fell 11% to 52-week lows! Time to consider buying?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith offers his opinion on the trading update from Jupiter Fund Management and why it has sparked a fall…

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With zero savings, I’d use the Warren Buffett method to build my wealth

| Harvey Jones

Following Warren Buffett's advice can make investors richer. But they have to use some investing common sense of their own…

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These FTSE 100 shares could be some of the best to consider buying now

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Here are two FTSE 100 shares that could offer some impressive long-term growth and dividend potential despite being relatively boring…

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3 easy steps to aim for £50k+ a year of passive income in a SIPP

| Ben McPoland

Who wouldn't want a second income in the tens of thousands of pounds? I know I would. Here are three…

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2 UK stocks I’d buy if the biggest crash since 2001 is on the way

| Stephen Wright

The US bond market is selling off like it’s the 2001 dot-com crisis all over again. But Stephen Wright is…

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Time to get ready for a stock market crash?

| Charlie Carman

Preparing for a stock market crash is a key part of portfolio management. Charlie Carman explores four steps investors could…

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Is Diageo stock the ultimate recession-proof investment to buy now?

| Mark Tovey

Diageo's strong brand portfolio makes it a wonderful buy at a fair price, I feel. I'm bullish on its ability…

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Index funds vs ETFs: what’s the best choice for my Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Tracker funds can be a good choice for a Stocks and Shares ISA as they offer diversification at a low…

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Here’s how I’d turn a Stocks & Shares ISA into a reliable source of income

| Dr. James Fox

Investors in the UK can take advantage of the Stocks & Shares ISA investment wrapper to generate a consistent source…

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Will war in the Middle East sink FTSE 100 stocks?

| Mark Tovey

As the tragic Middle East headlines keep coming, our writer explores the possible impact on FTSE 100 stocks. Oil has…

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How I’d aim to make millions the Warren Buffett way

| Cliff D'Arcy

Warren Buffett has built a $115bn fortune from investing, while giving away $55bn. Here are five lessons that I finally…

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I’ve been loading up on cheap shares while I can

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian explains why stock market volatility today could be a perfect opportunity to snap up cheap shares for his…

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I think these are the best shares to buy now for 2024

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

These companies appear to offer excellent value for money for long-term investors, potentially being some of the best shares to…

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Forget a Cash ISA, here’s why I’d use a Stocks and shares ISA to aim for a million

| Alan Oscroft

A maxed-out Cash ISA could be worth a quarter of a million pounds now. Here's how a Stocks and Shares…

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How I’d prepare for a stock market crash in October 2023

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

This could be the month that the long-feared stock market crash actually happens. But is there really a reason to…

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No savings at 30? I’d aim to change that with the Warren Buffett/Charlie Munger method

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Following Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger’s simple investment strategy could lead to higher long-term returns, even when starting from scratch.

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Empty ISA? Here’s how I’d aim for £3,200 a month in passive income!

| Dr. James Fox

UK residents can use the Stocks and Shares ISA as a vehicle to build wealth over the long run and…

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When will the FTSE 100 hit 8,000 again?

| Dr. James Fox

The FTSE 100 has been pulled one way and then another over the past 12 months. So, where will the…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Amazon shares 10 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

| Stephen Wright

Amazon shares have returned over 700% for investors over the last 10 years. But only if they managed to avoid…

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How I’d invest my first £20k in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Kicking off an investment journey with a Stocks and Shares ISA can be overwhelming for new investors. Zaven Boyrazian shows…

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The average ISA is worth £33k. Here’s how I’d aim for triple that amount

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

With the right type of ISA, a regular savings plan, and a solid investment strategy, it’s possible to build a…

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I’d buy the best UK shares at cheap prices now to aim to double my money

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Buying the best UK shares at discounted prices could lead to high returns over the long run. It could even…

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£10k in savings? Here’s how I’d aim for £10k as a second income

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox details how he'd aim to turn £10k in savings into a portfolio that can deliver at least…

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How I’d snap up cheap shares now to prepare for a 2024 market boom

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains his strategy to position his portfolio for a market rally next year and reveals some of the…

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