Latest articles by Marc Shoffman
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How to invest in gold
Beginners' Guides Investing in gold can be a useful way to diversify your portfolio and offers protection when the stock markets struggle. We explain how to invest in gold.
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Saving vs investing: which is better to help you make more money?
Advice Saving has become a more attractive option with interest rates hitting the highest levels seen in years, but if you’re prepared to take some risk investing could prove even better. We look at savings vs investing – where should you put your money?
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Chart of the week: UK households’ aversion to equities
Personal share ownership in the UK stands far below other countries, and this could be holding back the country’s growth.
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How to get a council tax reduction
Tips Council taxes have risen almost across the board, but some people can get a council tax reduction. We explain who can possibly get hundreds off their yearly bill
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BoE: Mortgage payments to rise by £220 a month for households
Millions of households can expect a mortgage spike of around £200 a month - and some may even reach a extra £1,000 a month, the Bank of England warns
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What is a robo-adviser and which is the best one for me?
Features If you don’t want to take a DIY approach to investing, “robo-advisers” – automated online investment platforms or digital wealth managers – can take a lot of the effort out of creating and managing a portfolio much more cheaply than going to a financial adviser. Marc Shoffman looks at what’s available.
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How to get an ISA bonus with cashback
Tips Here are the best ISA bonus deals available, with some providers giving away as much as £3,000 cashback.
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4 AI stocks to invest in
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a fast growing sector, but how can investors profit? We look at 4 stocks to invest in.
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A third of pension savers could face hardship after retirement
New research shows a third of pension savers are not putting enough money into their retirement savings to have a comfortable retirement.
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7 pension mistakes to avoid before you retire
If you’re getting closer to retirement, then here are the 7 things you need to think about now to avoid common pension mistakes.
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Pensions guide: the difference types you need to know about
Tutorials What are pensions, the different types and how to save for one – we explain everything you need to know
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What you need to think about before dipping into your investments
Advice With the costs of living affecting everyone right now, it’s understandable that you may want to dip into your investments. But before you do, here’s what to think about when taking money out of your investment portfolio.
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Is it a good time to invest in property?
Analysis Property has always been an attractive sector for investors, but with market turmoil and a potential house price crash, we look whether now is a good time to invest in property.
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Charity and the tax man
Features Many of us give to good causes close to our heart, but your gift can go much further. Marc Shoffman looks at some of the best ways for investors to give to charity.
