Latest articles by Marc Shoffman
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Gilt trades rise again - should you back government bonds?
Investment platforms are reporting continuing interest in gilts. What is driving demand?
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Are you paying too much for your stocks and shares ISA?
Investment trends are changing but research suggests this may be leading to platforms overcharging users
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The top 10 holiday let hotspots as tax perks end in April
The furnished holiday lets tax regime will be scrapped next month - can property investors still make money from short-term rentals?
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Could your old Star Wars toys make you millions?
Star Wars fans could get out of this world returns as vintage toys experience a resurgence
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Zoopla: UK rental growth hits three-year low - is buy-to-let still worth it?
Landlords are already battling with higher taxes and reduced reliefs and now rental growth is slowing
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Tourist taxes: should you pay more to visit holiday hotspots or look elsewhere?
Major cities have introduced extra fees to combat overtourism. We look at how to tackle the rise of tourist taxes.
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The investment trusts that could have made you an ISA millionaire
There are 50 investment trusts that could have helped investors build a million-pound portfolio over 25 years – are you invested in one?
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£80bn gilts to mature: where should investors put their money?
Gilt yields have increased in recent months but what is the best way to play the bond market?
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London Stock Exchange exodus: which companies could be next to go?
As many companies exit London, the steady trickle of stocks listing elsewhere could turn into a stampede. Who will be next, and what does this mean for investors?
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Rightmove: UK asking price growth slows ahead of stamp duty changes
Sellers are adjusting asking prices as it is now too late for buyers to beat the stamp duty deadline
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How to buy gold bullion
There are many different ways to buy gold bullion or physical gold. We've put together a guide of what to consider and where to buy gold bars and coins
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MPs launch inquiry into AI and financial services - is it time to regulate the robots?
The Treasury Committee is looking into the risks and rewards from the rise of artificial intelligence in financial services
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Dry January for UK equity funds as withdrawals hit £1 billion — where are investors putting their money?
Equity funds got off to a poor start in the new year, posting net outflows in January for the first time since 2023.
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When will the Labour government reform the leasehold system?
The two-year ownership rule to extend a lease or buy a freehold has been scrapped. But homeowners are still waiting for the controversial leasehold system to be fully reformed
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Zoopla: UK house price growth hits three-year high amid stamp duty rush
Zoopla's latest house price index reveals house price growth as buyers rush ahead to avoid avoid higher stamp duty bills from April
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How the end of Spain’s Golden Visa and property sale restrictions could affect you
Spain is looking to protect its housing market but it may make the country less desirable for British retirees
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What the government's defined benefit pension scheme raid means for you
The government wants to let companies use extra final salary scheme funds to boost the economy but there are risks involved. What does it mean for you if you have a defined benefit pension?
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Home insurance and storm damage: how the 55mph storm damage definition could affect you
If Storm Éowyn damaged your home, then this 55mph could mean you may not be able to make a claim on your home insurance
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Chancellor set to ‘tweak’ non-dom clampdown amid UK wealth exodus
Non-dom status is set to be scrapped but the transition period may be extended to bring more wealth to the UK
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Rightmove: new year asking prices rise as record numbers of homes hit the market
Is now the time to sell as buyers look to beat the stamp duty deadline?
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Should mortgage lending rules be relaxed to boost the UK economy?
Changes to mortgage affordability tests are being proposed as a way to boost the ailing UK economy.
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UK supermarkets report bumper Christmas trading season
Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Ocado enjoyed a record festive period but will this feed into their share price?
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The prime London property hotspots for homebuyer demand
We look at the areas in London which saw the largest increase in quarterly demand in the prime property market
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UK equity ownership lowest in G7 – why Britons need to start investing
The UK’s obsession with property and aversion to equities could be holding investors back
