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Here’s the REIT I’m buying for huge and sustainable passive income

12 April, 2026 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The strong track record and impressive expansion of dividends make this under-the-radar REIT a top choice for my income portfolio…

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Will it soon be too late to buy dirt cheap FTSE shares?

11 April, 2026 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Capital migration's causing some cheap FTSE shares to start massively outperforming, but even more impressive growth could be right around…

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Considering an ISA in 2026? Before diving in, do these 3 things first

11 April, 2026 | Mark Hartley

Always one to take the cautious route, Mark Hartley breaks down three critical steps investors should think about before opening…

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Down 11% in a month, is this the FTSE 100’s best bargain?

11 April, 2026 | Royston Wild

FTSE 100 veteran Unilever has seen its share price crumble by double-digit percentages. Royston Wild asks: is this today's hottest…

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This simple Stocks and Shares ISA move could be worth thousands over time

11 April, 2026 | Andrew Mackie

With the new Stocks and Shares ISA season underway, Andrew Mackie reveals the one key investing principle too many investors…

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7%+ yield! 3 ETFs to target a £1,740 passive income this new ISA year

11 April, 2026 | Royston Wild

Looking to supercharge your Stocks and Shares ISA income this year? Consider these exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which yield up to…

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How to invest £20,000 in an ISA to get passive income for life

11 April, 2026 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Here’s how investors can aim to transform £20,000 a year into a quality seven-figure ISA portfolio that generates a £43,000…

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A SIPP opened at birth could be worth £10m in 55 years

10 April, 2026 | Dr. James Fox

The SIPP is an incredible vehicle for building wealth and saving for retirement. Many Britons just don't realise how early…

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How much do I need in a SIPP for a £500 monthly passive income?

10 April, 2026 | Royston Wild

Looking to earn a reliable passive income from your SIPP? Royston Wild explains how this could be possible with some…

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£5,000 invested in cheap BP shares a month ago is now worth…

10 April, 2026 | Royston Wild

BP shares have rocketed by double-digit percentages over the last month. Can the FTSE 100 oil giant keep rising? Royston…

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Why the next 4 weeks are going to be big for Barclays shares

10 April, 2026 | Jon Smith

Jon Smith points out upcoming earnings and ongoing geopolitical turmoil and explains how Barclays shares could be impacted in the…

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2 FTSE 100 shares that could outperform this year regardless of geopolitics

10 April, 2026 | Jon Smith

Jon Smith notes the volatile market but explains how to pick FTSE 100 shares that can be fairly insulated to…

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6% dividend yields and a P/E below 6! Here’s a FTSE 250 bargain share to consider

10 April, 2026 | Royston Wild

I love UK shares with low earnings multiples and high dividend yields. So I'm considering buying this cheap-as-chips FTSE 250…

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How to turn £10 a day in a Stocks & Shares ISA into £23,857 of passive income!

10 April, 2026 | Royston Wild

Looking for ways to make a sustained passive income? Royston Wild explains how the Stocks and Shares ISA could help…

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1 FTSE 250 stock I like and 1 I’ll avoid after the stock market correction

9 April, 2026 | Jon Smith

Jon Smith analyses the move lower in certain FTSE 250 companies over the past month and picks one that looks…

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Want to know what UK investors have been buying in their ISAs?

9 April, 2026 | Royston Wild

Looking for stock, trust, and fund ideas this April? Royston Wild discusses what Brits have been stuffing in their Stocks…

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2 top FTSE 250 investment trusts to consider in April

9 April, 2026 | Ben McPoland

The FTSE 250 is brimming with high-quality investment trusts. Our writer highlights two very different options, including a mid-cap newcomer.

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£20,000 invested in the FTSE 100 just 1 year ago would now be worth…

9 April, 2026 | Ben McPoland

Historically speaking, we've just witnessed one of the single greatest 12-month stretches in the history of the FTSE 100 index.

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Is this the beginning of a stock market recovery?

8 April, 2026 | Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explores whether a stock market recovery is truly on the cards after the US struck a deal…

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How much do I need in a Stocks and Shares ISA to reach a £2,027 monthly passive income?

8 April, 2026 | John Fieldsend

The new financial year is under way and that means new allowances for the Stocks and Shares ISA! How much…

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How long might it take to become an ISA millionaire?

8 April, 2026 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

Want to become an ISA millionaire? It could take less time than you’d expect it to if you have a…

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Looking for ISA bargains? 4 FTSE 250 value stars to consider

8 April, 2026 | Royston Wild

Just like Warren Buffett, I love snapping up quality stocks when they're marked down in price. Here are four top…

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5 steps towards a Stocks & Shares ISA worth £1m

8 April, 2026 | Dr. James Fox

Millions of Britons are missing out on wealth creation because they're not following these steps. Dr James Fox details how…

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Is now a good time to start investing in the wealth-building stock market?

7 April, 2026 | Ben McPoland

The stock market is a battle-hardened builder of wealth long term. But with risks mounting, is now a good time…

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£5,000 invested in BAE Systems shares a month ago is now worth…

7 April, 2026 | Royston Wild

BAE Systems shares have been among the FTSE 100's best performers in recent years. The question is, can the defence…

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Here’s how a £20k ISA could generate £7,875 in monthly passive income

7 April, 2026 | Royston Wild

Have £20,000 ready to invest? Royston Wild explains how you could put this in a Stocks and Shares ISA to…

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Is this the biggest bargain in the FTSE 100 right now?

7 April, 2026 | Jon Smith

Jon Smith reviews a FTSE 100 stock that's fallen by 18% so far this year that he believes could be…

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Will Rolls-Royce shares soar to £17.40 or sink to 900p?

7 April, 2026 | Royston Wild

Rolls-Royce shares have surged almost 90% in value over the last 12 months. Can the FTSE 100 company repeat the…

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Will Diageo shares rise to £14.72 or SURGE to £24.50?

7 April, 2026 | Royston Wild

City brokers are unanimous -- Diageo shares will rebound over the next 12 months. But how realistic are these forecasts?…

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Lloyds’ share price is on a rollercoaster! Could it be about to crash 36%?

7 April, 2026 | Royston Wild

As the Iran War continues, could the Lloyds share price be about to topple? Royston Wild explains why the FTSE…

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Tesla stock just got a little cheaper, but why? And should anyone care?

7 April, 2026 | Dr. James Fox

Tesla stock's phenomenally expensive, but that hasn't stopped retail investors from piling in over the past year. Dr James Fox…

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£10,000 invested in HSBC shares 5 weeks ago is now worth…

6 April, 2026 | Ben McPoland

Our writer asks if HSBC shares are worth a look after the recent double-digit dip, as well as highlighting an…

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Here’s how to try and create a £10,000 second income portfolio

6 April, 2026 | Dr. James Fox

Millions of UK investors use the Stocks and Shares ISA to build wealth and eventually take a second income. Dr…

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3 steps to aim for a lifetime of passive income from a new ISA

6 April, 2026 | Alan Oscroft

It's that time of year again when we're all planning how make the most of our new ISA limit to…