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QWhere does everyone receive their investing information from?

I never know where the best place to look is when sourcing regular investing info… at the minute it is only through YouTube, but I feel like once it is there it is already too late to bother with it?

First reply Wolfstone

I’d start here to understand the basics, Best Investment Apps in the UK 2026 — Tested With Real Money - you’ll find on youtube there is a lof ot misinformation…

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Investing investor21 Regular · 5 months ago

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QWhat is the easiest way to start investing/learn the basics?

Fully new to this, but want to start dipping my toes in and learn

First reply Wolfstone

I’d say throw yourself in the deep end and start small, like £10, buy something and you’ll learn more than watching a lot of YouTube videos. But both will help!

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Investing aves Seedling · 5 months ago

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QHow much do I need to start investing with?

I started my investing journey in Jan of this year with £100 deposited into my account. But I don’t know if this is enough? Please can someone let me know if this is an ok starting point or not, thanks!

First reply Wolfstone

Honestly… you can start investing with £10 if you wanted to. I’d recommend dipping your toe in the water to get a feel for the app and the markets. Sometimes,…

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Investing investor21 Regular · 5 months ago

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QIs it too late to buy Gold/Silver?

I was at work yesterday and one of my colleagues said I should invest in Gold. I think he’s half right but hasn’t it just been on a really good run? I was lead to believe that buying anything when it peaks is likely a b…

First reply TIC Tom

I’d suggest dollar averaging in, then you can always take advantage of a big dip if you fancy your chances

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Investing DoughBoy Seedling · 5 months ago

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QAt what point does it make sense to invest outside your ISA?

I max out my Stocks & Shares ISA every year (£20k allowance) and I’m now wondering whether to start putting extra savings into a general investment account or just keep building up cash on the side. A few things I’m uns…

First reply PortfolioPhoenix

SIPP would be my first move before touching a GIA tbh. The tax relief on contributions is basically free money depending on your income tax band — 40% if you’re…

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Investing Expert Wolfstone Trusted · 6 months ago

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