Ignore corporate virtue-signalling. The CITR is a more practical and tax-efficient way for investors with a social conscience to help struggling communities, says David Stevenson.
CITR: how you can do well by doing good
What's the best alternative finance platform for you?
Alternative finance is the 21st century internet alternative to traditional banks. It includes peer to peer (P2P) lending and crowdfunding. There are plenty of opportunities for smart investors to profit. And while it may carry more risk than some other forms of investing, the potential returns are huge.
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Start-ups bring share dealing to the smartphone
App-based challengers for banking and payments are everywhere, says Ben Judge. Now it could be time for them to upend the investment industry.
By: Ben Judge
Investing in whisky: liquid profits on the blockchain
The whisky industry is steeped in history, but investing in the water of life has been brought up to date with P2P platforms and the blockchain.
By: Ben Judge
IFIsas: a bold way to build your capital
Innovative Finance Isas are the newest kids on the block, offering diverse ways to invest, but be aware that high rewards mean greater risk.
By: Ben Judge
Be cautious when seeking income
Mini-bonds are going out of fashion, says David C Stevenson. But they do still have some redeeming features.
Property crowdfunding: trading on a British obsession
Crowdfunding promises to “democratise” the property market, says Sarah Moore. But high fees mean poor investment returns.
By: Sarah Moore
Gold goes virtual on the blockchain
Blockchain companies are “tokenising” gold, marrying it to freely tradable cryptocurrencies. So should you buy virtual gold, or stick with the real thing?
By: Ben Judge
The trials of turning bitcoin into cash
Making your fortune in bitcoin is all very well. But how do you actually turn it into cash you can spend? Ben Judge explains.
By: Ben Judge
Steer well clear of Kodak’s crypto offerings
Kodak announced a new blockchain strategy last week and saw its share price near-quadruple as a result. But investors should tread carefully.
By: Ben Judge
A risky P2P opportunity for 2018
Last year was a tough one for the peer-to-peer (P2P) finance sector, though investors still received a decent yield. So where should you be looking for 2018? David C Stevenson picks a risky punt.
A helping hand for small businesses
Too many small businesses are finding it hard to gain access to funding, says David Prosser. Alternative finance may have the answer.
By: David Prosser
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