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101 ways to save money

Some old favourites in this list, but I guarantee there will be a few new tips for you, too! read more »
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Perceived risk versus actual risk

The money is made betting on what looks risky but is actually safer, says billionaire investor Wilbur Ross read more »
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Ivy league portfolio revisited

David Swensen's real Yale fund has soundly beaten the ETF-based portfolio he recommends to investors. Can we juice up the latter to do better? read more »
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A brief history of behavioural finance

In a little more than 30 years, behavioural finance has emerged to turn conventional investment wisdom on its head. read more »
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Alternatives to National savings certificates

One of the most useful products for UK private investors - Index-Linked National Savings certificates - have been withdrawn from sale by NS&I. Are th[...] read more »
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Keep it simple, stupid!

Complex isn't always better, but unfortunately human beings are hardwired to favor it. read more »
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Who wants to be a millionaire?

This brand new calculator works out when you'll be a millionaire or how much you need to save to get there, as well as what you need to save to have[...] read more »
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BP shares are a buy on balance

Are BP shares worth buying at 435p? On a risk versus reward basis, the balance of probabilities are in your favour. read more »
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Invest in antique furniture

When you buy antique furniture, you get an asset that can appreciate in value over the years and be handed down to your heirs. read more »
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Investment income from investment trusts

Long-term investing in investment trusts is a proven way of delivering a growing income over the decades. read more »
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Germany's ban on naked short selling

Politicians love to blame short sellers for the market woes. But ironically, by banning short selling Germany seems to have made the Euro's problems[...] read more »
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Using a watchlist

A watchlist will help ensure you spot the moment when your favourite stocks are available for a bargain price. read more »
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Walter Schloss: How he beat the market

Like Warren Buffett, Walter Schloss was a value investor who beat the S&P 500 for nearly five decades. read more »
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Don't forget your can opener

If you don't know why you're investing and what you'll use the money for someday, then you're on a road to nowhere. read more »
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Pensions versus ISAs

UK investors have two tax-free vehicles to choose between for retirement savings, but make sure you understand the true differences. read more »
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