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Why I would invest in this unloved dividend hero

Tobacco stocks are certainly not that appealing to investors at the moment, but I wouldn’t turn my nose up at…

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Why I’d buy these 2 on-trend FTSE 250 stocks this summer

In my view, index investing is set to face serious challenges in the next decade. That's why I'm targeting equities…

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Why I’d still shun the Thomas Cook share price at 5p

G A Chester explains why he sees no merit in holding Thomas Cook Group plc (LON:TCG) stock, but would invest…

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Worried about a market crash? 3 reasons why I’d buy dividend stocks today

Dividend stocks could provide an appealing risk/reward opportunity in my opinion.

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Is there still value in a university degree?

With a third of graduates now overeducated for their job role, is a university degree still worth the cost?

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Barclays and Royal Bank of Scotland: two FTSE 100 horrors that could sink in August?

Royston Wild thinks shareholders should avoid FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stocks Barclays plc (LON: BARC) and Royal Bank of Scotland…

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Worried about your State Pension income? Here are 2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d buy today

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks could deliver improving income returns in my opinion.

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Forget buy-to-let, Bitcoin and gold! Here’s how I’m planning to make a million

Harvey Jones says there's no serious alternative to stocks and shares.

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Retirement savings: I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 dividend growth stocks today

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) income shares could deliver impressive long-term returns in my opinion.

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The S&P 500 hits 3,000! Is now the time to sell Terry Smith and all your US stocks?

Don't get carried away by the US stock market's record run, Harvey Jones says.

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Buy-to-let returns have sunk below 2%! So I’d rather buy this 10%-yielding property stock

Landlord returns are crumbling! So why take the risk when you can get much better returns elsewhere? Take a look…

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1.2m women over 50 have no private pension! Are you and your partner facing pensioner poverty?

A shocking number of people are sleepwalking into pensioner poverty. Are you one of them?

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Worried about the State Pension? You could have £13,000 in a ‘lost’ pension

There are 1.6m pension accounts that are 'lost' in the UK. Is one of them yours?

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Forget a Cash ISA, Bitcoin and gold! I’d aim to make £1m with this simple strategy

Following this straightforward plan could lead to higher returns than those offered by a Cash ISA, Bitcoin and gold in…

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Retirement savings: why I believe the FTSE 100 will always outperform buy-to-let

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) could offer superior income investing opportunities than a buy-to-let in my opinion.

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The Sirius Minerals share price? I’d buy this FTSE 250 dividend growth stock first

Why wait for Sirius Minerals (LSE: SXX) to come good? This FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) could be about to deliver…

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Rents are booming for these buy-to-let investors! Time to jump in, or buy this property stock instead?

Landlords might be toasting some serious rent rises in UK cities. But so what? I reckon this property play's a…

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Have I missed something? Could the Lloyds share price be heading to 30p?

Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON:LLOY) looks cheap, but is the stock cheap for a reason?

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Hot right now! Are these the best dividend stocks to buy today?

Royston Wild runs the rule over some terrific dividend stocks he considers to be brilliant buys today.

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Could the Saga share price double from current levels?

Saga plc (LON:SAGA) seems to be on the verge of a recovery, but can the stock return to its previous…

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3 simple steps to becoming a stock market millionaire

Here’s how you could generate a seven-figure portfolio in the long run from investing in stocks.

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Warning! These 3 rules could cut your State Pension

If you break these three rules, your State Pension might not live up to your expectations.

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3 reasons a FTSE 100 tracker may NOT be the best place for your retirement savings

Considering a FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) tracker for your portfolio? Read this first.

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Here’s how you really can buy shares to beat the market

Pessimists might tell you it's a waste of time trying to profit from buying shares, but I say they're wrong.

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If you plan to retire on the State Pension, read this now

The State Pension may not be enough to fund your retirement, says Roland Head.

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Kier and Thomas Cook shares: why I think investors should persist with the stock market

The stock market can offer high returns for long-term investors.

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How to budget for maternity leave

Expecting a baby? Here are some top tips on how to prepare yourself financially.

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Can you still make a million with buy-to-let?

You can still make money from buy-to-let, but there's an easier way to make a million writes Rupert Hargreaves.

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Two growth funds that are smashing the FTSE 100 in 2019

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) returned 13.1% in the first half of the year. These two funds returned nearly twice…

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Have £2k to invest? I think this FTSE 100 growth and dividend stock could help you retire early

Roland Head reckons this FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stock could help investors build lasting wealth.

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4 things within your control that can make or break your retirement dreams

Nothing can be guaranteed when it comes to investing, but doing this won't do your chances of retiring rich any…

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Forget having a £1m Cash ISA. I think buying FTSE 100 dividend stocks is a better idea

FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) dividend shares could offer significantly higher returns than a Cash ISA in my view.

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Worried about the State Pension? Here are 3 steps I’d take to get rich and retire early

I think that overcoming the State Pension's deficiencies may be simpler than many investors realise.

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Would I buy shares in Aviva for my Stocks and Shares ISA now?

Andy Ross looks at whether changes at FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) insurer Aviva plc (LON: AV) could reward shareholders.

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Could the Vodafone share price become the next BT?

Vodafone plc (LON: VOD) shares are under pressure, but could the stock have further to fall like BT Group -…

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ISA vs SIPP: What’s the easiest way to make a million?

ISAs and SIPPs both have attractive qualities, but one could greatly improve your chances of making a million.

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How Nick Train has succeeded where Neil Woodford and other star managers failed

Fund manager Nick Train is one of the few to make a success of going it alone, says Harvey Jones.

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Forget buy-to-let! Here’s how I’d aim to make a million from the FTSE 250

Buying FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) shares could provide a more attractive risk/reward opportunity than buy-to-let, Peter Stephens believes.

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Like saving money? I think you’ll love these high-interest savings accounts!

Looking for a good return on your cash savings? I'd check out these accounts.

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Lazy retirees: earn a growing passive-income stream in these 3 steps

Here’s how you could enjoy a second income in retirement without exerting a significant amount of effort.

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