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I see investing in FTSE 100 shares like GSK as a marathon, not a sprint

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Long-term investing in shares like GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON:GSK) requires preparation, patience and discipline to successfully cover the long distance ahead.

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Retirement saving: how to turn £300 a month into £300,000

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

A recent study concluded that an individual in the UK now requires £300,000 to retire comfortably. Here's how to build…

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Is the BT share price a bargain buy or value trap?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Shares in telecoms giant BT Group - Class A Common Stock (LON:BT.A) look cheap, but will they ever recover? Rupert…

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Forget a Cash ISA! I’d aim to make a million through these 3 simple steps

| Peter Stephens

I think that these three steps could boost your financial prospects, and make a Cash ISA far less appealing.

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Warning! Bitcoin can destroy your wealth: here’s why I’d buy FTSE 100 stocks instead

| Peter Stephens

Bitcoin could face an uncertain period in my view, which could make FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares more appealing from…

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Why I’d generate a passive income with the FTSE 100 and a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Peter Stephens

I think that investing in the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) through a Stocks and Shares ISA could deliver an impressive…

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Thinking of selling FTSE 100 shares before Brexit? You need to read this first

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) could offer long-term growth potential in my opinion.

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Don’t ‘gamble’ on the FTSE 100: I’d aim to make £1m by following Warren Buffett’s advice

| Peter Stephens

Investing in, rather than gambling on, the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) could be the best way to make a million in…

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Could the Lloyds share price crash 50% by the end of the year?

| Roland Head

Will shares in Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON: LLOY) keep falling? Roland Head explains why he's bullish at current levels.

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Which shares and investment trusts did investors buy in August?

| Alan Oscroft

Stocks and shares activity was unusually high in August. Here's a look at the most popular buys of the month.

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Have £10k to spend? I’d buy this 7% dividend yield for my ISA and hold it for 5 years

| Royston Wild

Thinking of adding to your Stocks and Shares ISA? Royston Wild reckons these big-paying dividend shares could be just what…

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How to invest in Bitcoin without buying Bitcoin

| Alan Oscroft

I say Bitcoin is a fad bubble that's set to burst, but that doesn't mean there aren't any good cryptocurrency…

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Why I think it could be time to dump your Cash ISA

| Rupert Hargreaves

Cash ISAs look like a terrible investment in the current environment, argues Rupert Hargreaves.

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Warning! A buy-to-let can destroy your wealth: I’d buy FTSE 100 stocks instead

| Peter Stephens

I think buy-to-lets could experience a period of uncertainty, while FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) companies could offer greater diversity and higher…

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Want to retire rich? I’d buy the FTSE 250

| Rupert Hargreaves

The FTSE 250 (LON:INDEXFTSE: MCX) offers the perfect blend of income and growth stocks that could help you make a…

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The State Pension could have you working until 70! Here’s how I’d protect myself

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Fancy working until you're 70? I don't. That's why I'm taking steps now to protect myself from the rising State…

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No savings at 50? This trick could help you retire with £1m

| Rupert Hargreaves

It's not the end of the world if you haven't started saving for retirement at 50.

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Don’t gamble with forex trading. I’d aim for a million like this

| Rupert Hargreaves

Forex trading might appear to be an easy route to riches, but traders often lose everything. Here's a better way…

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Want to retire in 10 years? Then take these 3 steps now

| Harvey Jones

If retirement is just a decade away you need to start planning for it now, says Harvey Jones.

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Attention private landlords! Your buy-to-let profits are under threat

| Rupert Hargreaves

New rules introduced by the government have made buy-to-let investing harder than ever.

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Here’s how I’m planning to beat the rising State Pension age

| Rupert Hargreaves

The State Pension age is set to increase steadily over the next few years. Here's how you can make sure…

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Why the HSBC share price fell 11% in August

| Rupert Hargreaves

HSBC Holdings plc (LON: HSBA) slumped in August, but the stock now looks oversold, writes Rupert Hargreaves.

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Top brokers name 3 shares to sell today

| Rupert Hargreaves

The City thinks you should be selling these shares without delay.

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Forget the National Lottery and NS&I Premium Bonds. I’d aim for £1 million like this

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Those playing the National Lottery or investing in NS&I Premium Bonds could be disappointed if they're hoping to win one…

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How I’d invest £10k today: FTSE 100 dividend shares in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Peter Stephens

I think that buying FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) dividend shares in an ISA could be a sound move.

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Forget the National Lottery: I’d get rich and retire early through buying FTSE 250 stocks

| Peter Stephens

I think the FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) could deliver high returns that boost your retirement prospects.

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Why the Sirius Minerals share price fell 33% in August

| Manika Premsingh

Manika Premsingh says that despite the FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) share Sirius Minerals plc (LON: SXX) plunging last month, it…

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Don’t gamble on the National Lottery. I think the FTSE 100 could double in value

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) could offer significant return potential that makes it more appealing than the National Lottery in my…

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Forex vs stocks: what’s the easiest way to get rich?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Is forex trading as profitable as it's often made out to be? Let's compare forex versus stocks.

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Forget the Lloyds share price! I’d rather buy these FTSE 100 dividend stocks for my ISA

| Royston Wild

Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON: LLOY) continues to take a hiding. Royston Wild asks: why gamble here when you can…

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A FTSE 250 dividend stock yielding 13% I predict will pay you for the long term

| G A Chester

A multitude of reasons make this FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) stock an outstanding candidate for long-term investors, argues G A Chester.

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Retirement Articles

No savings at 50 and worried about the State Pension? This is what you need to do

| Royston Wild

Worried about how much money you'll have when you retire? Well don't! Royston Wild explains how you can create a…

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Why a stocks and shares ISA beats buy-to-let every time

| Roland Head

Big tax savings are just one of the reasons why this Fool would choose stocks instead of rental property.

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Thinking of investing in buy-to-let? I’d rather follow Warren Buffett’s strategy

| Peter Stephens

I think that Warren Buffett’s value investing principles could offer stronger future returns than a buy-to-let investment.

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Forget a Cash ISA! I’d boost your retirement savings with FTSE 100 dividend stocks

| Peter Stephens

I think that the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) offers a number of income investing opportunities that could help you to retire…

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How should I invest £100k?

| Alan Oscroft

Having £100,000 to invest might sound like a dream, but it does come with extra challenges, says Alan Oscroft.

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Do you want to retire at 60? 3 reasons why a Lifetime ISA can help

| Peter Stephens

I think that a Lifetime ISA could offer a simple means of improving your long-term financial prospects.

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Forget State Pension worries. These 3 moves could help you to get rich and retire early

| Peter Stephens

I think that overcoming an inadequate State Pension could be easier than you may realise.

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Should you open a Lifetime ISA today?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Could a Lifetime ISA help or hinder your savings goals?

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Forget Bitcoin! I’d rather make a million through buying FTSE 250 growth stocks today

| Peter Stephens

I think the FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) offers long-term growth potential that may make it a more appealing investment than Bitcoin.

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