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Guides on getting started in investing and avoiding scams.

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How to invest: a beginner's guide

How to invest: a beginner's guide

Investing your money for the first time is a big step. This guide will help you to decide whether it's right for you, and how to get started.

27 June 2024

Are your investments protected?

Are your investments protected?

We explain the protection provided by the FSCS and Financial Ombudsman Service

9 January 2024

What is investment risk?

What is investment risk?

Everything you need to know about the types of risk you'll face when investing and how to avoid scams.

14 May 2024

Asset allocation and diversification

All you need to know about asset allocation - where to put your money and why it's important to have a range of investments in your portfolio.

24 January 2024

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19 Jul 2024

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Be wary of whisky cask 'investments'

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Can you get more out of your investments by switching funds?

15 Jun 2024

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6 things to know about the new anti-greenwashing rule

05 Jun 2024

Interactive Investor launches new managed Isa – how does it compare?

25 May 2024

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FTSE 100 hitting record highs – should you invest?

03 May 2024

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Can you really invest with just £1?

26 Apr 2024

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Price of gold higher than ever - should you invest?

17 Apr 2024

Maxed out your Isa? Gilts are proving a popular option for investors

13 Apr 2024

Isa investing

Smart ways to make the most of new Isa rules

10 Apr 2024

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Stocks and shares Isa switching incentives: are they any good?

28 Mar 2024

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The British Isa: does it pay to be patriotic with your savings?

08 Mar 2024

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Spring Budget 2024 for investors: capital gains tax cut and new British Isa

06 Mar 2024

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Investment platforms failing customers on cash interest

29 Feb 2024

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6 dos and don'ts when investing in a recession

22 Feb 2024

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12 Feb 2024