Articles
Money matters, made clearer.
Plain-English reading on investing and planning — general information to help you ask better questions.
New to investing? Start here
Three readsGeneral information only — never personal advice.
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Investments
Tax-free savings accounts: how they work and who they suit
What a tax-free savings account is, how the contribution limits work and why a withdrawal costs more than it seems.
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Investments
Unit trusts explained in plain English
How pooled investing works, what you actually own and the questions worth asking before you choose a fund.
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Investments
Risk, time and your goals: finding the right mix
Why the time you have matters as much as your nerve, and how goals, risk and time horizon fit together.
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Investments
Monthly debit order or lump sum? Two ways to start investing
Investing a little every month and investing all at once each have trade-offs. How to think about which may suit you.
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Investments
Inflation: the quiet risk of keeping everything in cash
Cash feels safe, but rising prices can quietly shrink what it buys. What that may mean for long-term savings.
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What investing really costs: fees explained
The layers of cost inside an investment, why small differences can matter over time and what to ask for in writing.
These articles provide general information only and do not constitute financial advice. Speak to an authorised financial adviser before you decide.
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