Reasons to Get a New Financial Adviser
Editor: In an unhappy and costly partnership with your financial adviser? This late New Year's resolution may just be the one for you
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When Do You Need Insurance?
Protecting your stream of income is not only for the rich or old
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How Compound Interest Can Work for You
If you want to accumulate wealth, you will need to start as early as possible and let the numbers do the hard work
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Do You Need a Side Hustle?
What should you consider before picking up another gig
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What You Need to Know About Stamp Duty
Mortgage Matters: The Stamp Duty holiday is coming to an end. So here's what homeowners need to know about this tax in 2021
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What is Dividend Investing?
What is dividend investing and how do you do it? We look at the strategy and the risks to avoid
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Does a 60/40 Portfolio Still Make Sense?
We think the 60/40 portfolio has stood the test of time
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Retirement is About More Than Money
Retirement looks different these days. And investors need to ask themselves some important questions, say David Blanchett and Don Ezra
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Why You Should Stop Taking Advice from Social Media
A boom in young and overconfident investors has led to the rise of investment influencers on social media platforms, but following their advice blindly is not a solid strategy
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How Can We Cure Our Cash Addiction?
Editor's Views: Our obsession with cash is destroying our chances of saving for a decent retirement
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Are Fees the Only Investment Consideration?
Costs are a reliable predictor of a fund's future returns and are also one of the easiest factors for investors to control. But they're not the only consideration for investors
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8 Tips to Avoid Financial Fraud
These red flags, pieces of advice – and a cautionary tale - can help you protect yourself
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When Should You Pay for Advice?
For investors with less time or knowledge to manage their investment portfolio, it might be wise to consult an independent adviser
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When it Pays to Call in the Experts
Editor's Views: It's never been easier to go it alone with investing, but there are times when you need expert help
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You Just Won The Lottery! Now What?
Winning the lottery might be your dream scenario, but what would you actually do if you hit the jackpot? Here are some things to consider
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4 Steps to a Low Maintenance Investment Portfolio
These four steps can help you craft a (mostly) hands-off portfolio, writes Christine Benz.
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What Is Mad Money?
High-risk speculative investments may have a place in a portfolio, but only in small amounts at the fringes - and make sure you can afford to lose this money
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How to Invest Like Warren Buffett
A very simple set of rules and principles from the Oracle of Omaha can guide you and help you become a successful investor
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Isa Week 2021
Our special report covers everything you need to know about Individual Savings Accounts
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What Type of Investor Are You?
Young people are taking too much risk with money they can't afford to lose, the regulator warns, with social media and apps fuelling the rise of the thrill-seeking investor
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How to get Kids Interested in Investing
How can you make investing interesting to children? Here are some ideas
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4 Emotional Biases to Avoid
Emotions can get in the way of investing, leading to bad decisions and poor returns. Here are four emotional biases to avoid
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What is an Offset Mortgage?
Mortgage Matters: What is an offset mortgage and could it work for you? It could be an interesting option for borrowers with some extra cash savings
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Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage or Invest?
With interest rates at rock bottom, should you use extra cash to pay down your mortgage or invest in the stock market?
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What Do Investors Need to Know About the Budget?
Budget 2021: Everything's frozen - Isa allowances, pension lifetime allowances, CGT - but savers may be tempted by the new green bond, while housebuilder shares are on the up
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Investment Board: What's the Difference Between a Debit and Credit Card?
What's the difference between a credit card and debit card, and what are the pros and cons of each? We're at the whiteboard to explain
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The Pension Lifetime Allowance Explained
More than 1 million workers are likely to breach the pension lifetime allowance and be liable for a hefty tax bill - are you one of them? Here's what you need to know about the LTA
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Should You Buy an Annuity at Retirement?
Annuities used to be the norm for retirees, but pension freedoms and rock-bottom interest rates have driven them firmly out of favour. Is an annuity ever the right choice?
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How Do I Improve My Credit Score?
There are a lot of myths around credit scores - what impacts your rating, what doesn't, and how can you improve it?
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February Financial To-Do List
Our monthly to-do list helps you decide which areas of your finances to focus on. In February, we look at switching
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4 Investment Rules of Thumb
Investing can seem complicated, but common portfolio guidelines can be a good starting point
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Do Kids Need a Pension?
Should you open a Children's Sipp to give your youngsters a head start on their retirement savings? We look at how they work and when to consider getting one
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Can You Retire With a Million Pounds?
A million pounds has lost its buying power but many people still dream of achieving such a large pension pot
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What to Expect When You See an IFA
Seeing a financial adviser for the first time can be a daunting process: here's what I found out in my first meeting
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Don't Walk Into This Pension Tax Trap
The MPAA is the pension allowance most likely to put a spanner in the works of your retirement plan. Here's what it is and how to avoid it
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How to Set Financial Goals - And Stick to Them
How do you set financial goals and make sure you actually stick to them? Here are five easy steps
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How to Rebalance Your Portfolio
The best shape for your portfolio changes with your financial needs and personal goals, which means rebalancing your investments is essential. Here’s how you do it
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Should You Borrow Money to Invest?
In the latest in our series on personal finance, Morningstar’s Christine Benz tells us some reasons not to borrow money to put it in the stock market
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When to Use a Tracker Fund
Investors have poured billions into low-cost passive funds in recent years, but does it always make sense to choose a tracker? Here are some things to consider
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5 Reasons Not to Hold Too Much Cash
Cash has been king this year as savings balances swell and the economy wobbles, but it's not a great long-term proposition to reach your goals
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What is an Isa?
VIDEO: What is an ISA, what are all the different types, and which one is the best for you? We're back at the whiteboard to explain
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Are You Making Good Financial Decisions?
Seven questions to ask yourself before you invest
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Should Retirees Invest in Stocks?
An annuity used to be the simple solution for most retirees but the pension freedoms and ultra-low interest rates mean staying invested in the stock market could be the right choice for you
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Is Renting Throwing Money Away?
Home ownership is a priority for many savers, but renting can provide flexibility and freedom. We look at the pros and cons of renting and owning a home
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How to Teach Kids About Money
Talking about money can be difficult, but it's important. Here are some tips on how to get the conversation started with kids
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A Guide to Equity Release
Could equity release work for you? The concept often seems confusing but it can help some homeowners free up cash in later life