How to create the perfect portfolio

Small-cap share expert Tom Bulford explains how he would construct the perfect portfolio for investing in stocks.

OK, we've talked about the first steps you need to take to become an independent investor. You decide on your online broker. Then you decide what type of account you want whether it's a Sipp, Isa or basic online portfolio.

Then, if you're like me, you scroll down the range of available investment' options to where the action is shares.

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