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The investment landscape has changed in the wake of the pandemic, and with that the profile of a typical investor has also changed.
Make your money work for the future
The rewards of investing in stocks and shares may outweigh any potential risks. If you’ve been hoarding cash at home, inflation will do its best to devalue it, so it could be time to rethink your saving strategy.
Start as you mean to go on
When it comes to understanding the basics of saving, budgeting and investing, we should think back to the advice our grandparents gave us.
Don’t put all your eggs in one basket
There is a simpler way to build a diversified portfolio and that’s by investing in funds. Funds can remove much of the hassle but they still allow you to keep a close eye on your investments.
A balanced investment diet
A balanced diet should include foods of many colours and the same principles apply in the world of investing.
It’s a marathon not a sprint: the long game of investment
Slow and steady is one of the golden rules of investing. By regularly drip-feeding small amounts into your portfolio you are more likely to benefit than if you invest a lump sum.
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Most investors understand the concept of not putting all their eggs in one basket, but fewer people know about how compounding can potentially have exponential effects on their returns.
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