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With house prices set to fall, I’d avoid buy-to-let in 2020 and buy UK shares

| Rupert Hargreaves

Some analysts are predicting a slump in house prices next year. As such, I'd avoid buy-to-let property and buy UK…

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I think these UK shares could triple my money in 2021

| Rupert Hargreaves

Here are three UK shares I believe could not only double but triple investors' money in 2021, thanks to two…

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No savings at 40? I’d follow Warren Buffett’s advice to retire early

| Peter Stephens

Using Warren Buffett’s long-term approach and buying high-quality stocks at low prices could lead to early retirement, in my opinion.

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A top UK (and US) share I’d buy in my ISA for 2021 to get rich and retire early

| Royston Wild

Looking to get rich with the tech revolution? I think these top-class UK and US shares could make stock investors…

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Is BT Group a 5G stock worth owning? Here’s what I think

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

BT Group is leading the effort to bring 5G to the UK, but will it be enough to return the…

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How I’d start earning a passive income with just 5% of my wages

| Rupert Hargreaves

The definition of a passive income stream is money you don't have to work for. I think it's possible to…

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3 FTSE 100 investing strategies I’d use now to ensure great returns

| Manika Premsingh

Investing differently in FTSE 100 stocks in 2021 can ensure great returns on our investment portfolios despite the 'new normal'…

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£250 a month to invest? Here’s how I’d start earning passive income today

| Peter Stephens

I believe that investing modest amounts in UK dividend shares could lead to a growing passive income for those like…

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An example portfolio of shares that can grow dividends even if the market crashes

| Andy Ross

Dividends can make up a large part of total returns and this example portfolio should deliver growing dividends year in,…

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Rolls-Royce: Hargreaves Lansdown investors are buying, so should I?

| Rupert Hargreaves

I think it might be worth taking a closer look at Rolls-Royce. It may be an attractive investment for 2021,…

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3 UK shares I’d buy in an ISA to get rich during a 2021 bull market

| Royston Wild

Looking for ways to ride an economic recovery in 2021? I reckon these particular UK shares are great ways to…

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Forget the Bitcoin price! Here’s how I’d invest £10k today

| Roland Head

Leading cryptocurrency Bitcoin hit a new record last week. Roland Head looks at what's driving the rally and how he'd…

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5 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d buy today for a long-term passive income

| Manika Premsingh

At a time of uncertain dividends, these five FTSE 100 stocks can assure continued passive income, especially at a time…

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Bitcoin and gold could drop like a stone in 2021. I’d buy these 7 UK shares instead

| Kevin Godbold

UK shares have a value-driving engine that's missing from Bitcoin and gold. So, I’d aim to buy and hold these…

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3 of the top UK shares I’d buy for 2021 and beyond

| Kevin Godbold

Why I think these three top UK shares have the potential to deliver rock-solid growth in my portfolio. I’d buy…

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Diversification’s downside: resilience has a price

| Malcolm Wheatley

Forecasts are fallible: diversification offers protection from the unforeseen.

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3 promising UK shares I’d buy and hold until 2025

| Manika Premsingh

When thinking ahead, Manika Premsingh likes UK shares that are part of growing industries that are poised for great growth…

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4 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I reckon could explode in 2021!

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool outlines a selection of FTSE 100 dividend stocks he believes could jump in value next year as investor…

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The HSBC share price is up 30% – is it now a buy?

| Andy Ross

The HSBC share price has been rallying in recent months, but is there further to go or are the shares…

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3 UK shares I’d buy in my Stocks and Shares ISA for 2021 and hold forever

| Royston Wild

I reckon these UK shares could all surge in 2021 if the global economy rebounds strongly. I'd buy them today…

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Why I think the Rolls-Royce share price could double in 2021

| Alan Oscroft

The rising Rolls-Royce share price (LON: RR) has gone off the boil again. What will it take in 2021 to…

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The three dividend shares I would buy today

| Karl Loomes

Dividend shares are a great way to bring in extra income; here are my top three UK choices for income…

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Parents spending EIGHT TIMES as much to buy kids’ must-have Xmas gifts this year vs 1970!

| Sean LaPointe

The cost of kids' must-have Xmas gifts is proving to be out of reach for many parents. We take a…

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What is an index fund?

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

What is an index fund and are funds like the S&P 500 index a good investment? This article will explain…

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Here’s what I think is next for GlaxoSmithKline’s dividend

| Jay Yao

Given this year’s lacklustre earnings performance, Jay Yao writes what he thinks GlaxoSmithKline management will do next with the dividend.

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HSBC shares: Here’s what I think is next for the dividend

| Jay Yao

Jay Yao writes what he thinks HSBC management will do with the bank’s dividend given the recent regulator and Covid-19…

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December review: what areas have moved into tier 3?

| Jennifer Laird

A rundown of where tier 3 restrictions apply as we approach the new year, and what the changes mean for…

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Here’s what I think is next for Diageo’s dividend

| Jay Yao

Jay Yao writes what he thinks Diageo management will do with the company’s dividend given the recent Covid-19 vaccine news

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Why I think the Boohoo share price could double in 2021

| Alan Oscroft

The Boohoo share price (LON: BOO) has had a volatile year, but it's barely moved overall. Here's why I think…

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How I’d invest £20k in a 2021 Stocks and Shares ISA

| Harshil Patel

Harshil Patel thinks 2021 could be a promising year for Stocks and Shares ISA investments. Here’s how he’d invest £20k.

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Do I need mortgage protection insurance?

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Mortgage protection insurance is often misunderstood. This article will break everything down and explain mortgage protection cover. You’ll then be…

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2 FTSE 250 stocks I’d buy today for growth and value

| Noah Riley

These two FTSE 250 stocks have the potential to deliver substantial growth and also represent great value, says Fool Noah…

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Dividends are back! I’m choosing FTSE 100 stocks over cash to get rich and retire early

| Harvey Jones

Dividends are on their way back with 16 FTSE 100 stocks announcing they will restore shareholder payouts. By contrast, returns…

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Beware the 2021 house price crash! I’m choosing FTSE 100 stocks over buy-to-let

| Harvey Jones

I think the property market is a bubble that could burst once the stamp duty holiday ends. So I'm investing…

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Why the Hurricane Energy share price is crashing today

| Roland Head

The Hurricane Energy share price is crashing (again). Roland Head explains why, and looks at the options available to keep…

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Stock market and stock exchange: what’s the difference?

| Sean LaPointe

Although often used interchangeably, the terms 'stock market' and 'stock exchange' have different meanings. Read on to find out what…

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Wow! If I’d invested £5,000 in this FTSE 100 share in January, here’s what I’d have now

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers takes a closer look at the biggest winner from the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) index so far this year.…

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Should I buy Tesco shares for my Stocks and Shares ISA today?

| Rupert Hargreaves

I'm looking for high-quality investments for my Stocks and Shares ISA. With that in mind, I've been taking a closer…

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I’m not buying Bitcoin! I’m investing in UK shares for 2021 and beyond

| Harvey Jones

This has been a brilliant year for Bitcoin and a disappointing one for UK shares, but I'm still putting my…

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The UK shares I’d buy to generate a passive income

| Rupert Hargreaves

I think it's possible to generate a passive income with UK shares. Today, I'm going to take a look at…

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