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Will the Autumn Budget hit the housing market recovery?
Advice The housing market has just started recovering from the mini Budget but could history repeat itself after the new chancellor’s fiscal update in October?
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Will the BlackRock World Mining Trust fund strike gold?
The BlackRock World Mining Trust looks like a compelling alternative to a pure play on gold explorers. Is it good enough?
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Dr Martens shares slump: should you give it the boot?
Over the past three years, Dr Martens has fallen out of fashion. Are the shares worth a look?
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Fast-growing bargain stocks the market has missed
A professional investor recommends attractive stocks to invest in. This week: Dan Higgins, portfolio manager, Majedie Investments, highlights three favourites
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Why a Budget inheritance tax clampdown could be bad for the property market
Advice Chancellor Rachel Reeves could target inheritance tax in her efforts to balance the books during her Budget next month. But could changes stifle Labour’s housing policies?
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Investing in IPOs: a good idea or a risky affair?
IPOs are far more likely to underperform the market than deliver spectacular gains. Here's why investors shouldn't get excited
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Should you buy pet insurance or “self insure” your furry friend?
Advice More people are giving up their puppies as veterinary costs are soaring. Are you better off self-insuring to save money and hold on to your hound?
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Which Labour pension reforms could be worst for savers?
Advice From tax-free withdrawals to higher-rate reliefs, there are plenty of pension reforms that could save the Treasury money. We reveal how rumoured changes could affect you.
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US stocks plummet – is it time to buy bonds?
US stocks have taken a dive – should you keep your focus on US markets or turn your head to bonds?
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I wish I knew what a drawdown was, but I’m too embarrassed to ask
Advice Pension drawdown is a way of taking cash out of your pension pot and funding your lifestyle in retirement. But how does it work?
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Renters’ Rights Bill: what reasons can landlords use to evict tenants?
Advice No-fault evictions are set to be banned and landlords will instead need to justify evicting a tenant. Here are the reasons landlords can use to get their property back
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Will Labour hike capital gains tax on business sales?
Labour may tinker with capital gains tax (CGT) and trim related reliefs. What does this mean for small businesses?
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Small caps: how to ride the recovery wave of UK equities
Professional investor Ken Wotton highlights British small caps that hit the sweet spot of the British equity market
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How to back top UK stocks and funds tax-free even without a British ISA
Advice Labour is reported to have scrapped plans for a British ISA but there is nothing stopping investors from investing in Britain tax-free anyway. We reveal the top UK funds
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Should you buy an electric car?
If you're thinking about buying an electric car, you might be wondering whether they offer good value for money. We look at the costs versus savings.
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Investing in defence: the easiest way to buy into the boom
The defence sector has taken off, but the opportunities for stock picking are more limited. We explain what to buy
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Don’t Look Back In Anger! How you can make money from the Oasis reunion tour and memorabilia
News From stocks to old tops, here is how you could cash-in as fans go mad for it over the Oasis reunion
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Gold or silver: which is the better bet?
Should you invest in gold or silver? Or should you own equal amounts of the precious metal?
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How to prepare your investment portfolio for volatile times
Advice You can't predict when volatility will hit your investment portfolio but you can prepare for it
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Are investment trusts back in favour?
The investment trust sector is undergoing a two-speed recovery as trust discounts start to narrow. Tread carefully
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How SMEs can secure public sector work
When it comes to bidding for public sector work, there are a few things SMEs can get a grip on
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How to profit from the next copper supercycle
Professional investor Jacob White, ETF product manager at Sprott Asset Management, highlights three copper mining stocks set to benefit from surging demand for energy transition
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Pension fees and charges: How much are you paying for your pension?
What are the different pension fees you could be paying and what can you do if you're overpaying? Here's everything you need to know
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The £1m pension problem: Why you may not get 25% tax-free cash
The pension lifetime allowance has been axed, but there's a sting in the tail. Savers with large pensions could see their tax-free cash shrunk to just 10%. We explain what’s happening and what action you should take
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The case for investing in Georgia – the "Switzerland of the Caucasus"
Georgia’s banks are a great way to gain exposure to this rapidly growing nation. The two main banks are cheap and pay healthy dividends.
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Providers slash savings rates below 5% – Is it time to fix?
Since the base rate cut, savings providers have dropped rates drastically. So, should you fix your cash savings?
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How to choose a web host
With a web host, your company will have an internet presence
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Invesco Bond Income Plus in demand – should you buy?
With interest rates dropping, the Invesco Bond Income Plus trust should offer a smooth ride to lock in higher levels of income. Plus, it boasts an excellent record
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Overlooked European stocks that offer income and growth potential
Professional investor Alex Wright highlights three European stocks with recovery potential and value
