Types of investment advice guides

The pros and cons of different ways to invest, from gilts to gold.

11 articles

Investment funds explained

Investment funds explained

How to invest using funds, pick funds and the difference between trackers, unit trusts and more

7 September 2023

Investment trusts explained

Learn all about the pricing, performance and the effect of gearing on investment trusts

29 August 2024

Ethical investing explained

How to pick shares, funds and trusts that reflect your values and avoid 'greenwashing'

31 July 2024

How to buy shares

Get the lowdown on investing in shares, from the different types available to the returns you can expect

18 July 2024

How much cash should investors have?

Find out how cash, premium bonds and money market funds can benefit your investment portfolio

6 April 2024

Innovative Finance Isas explained

Innovative Isas help you earn tax-free interest on peer-to-peer lending. Find out more about the different types available and the rates on offer

6 April 2024

Commercial property investment explained

We explore the benefits and pitfalls of investing in office blocks, shopping centres and more.

6 April 2024

Are fund charges eating into your returns?

Learn about the long-term effect of fund charges and fees on your investment returns, and how to save money.

6 April 2024

Investing in bonds explained

We explain how to invest in lower-risk assets such as corporate bonds, government bonds and gilts

24 January 2024

Investing in gold explained

Learn how to invest in gold, the role it plays in an investment portfolio and the risks and rewards on offer

13 December 2023

What is Bitcoin? Cryptocurrencies explained

Find out what Bitcoin is, how blockchain works - and if Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are worth investing in.

14 September 2023

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