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Just released: our 3 top income-focused stocks to consider buying in December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Recently released: December’s higher-risk, high-reward stock recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Fire ideas will tend to be more adventurous and are designed for investors who can stomach a bit more volatility.

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Just released: our top 3 small-cap stocks to consider buying in December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Small-cap shares tend to be more volatile than larger companies, so we suggest investors should look to build up a…

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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to consider buying in December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Just released: our 3 top income-focused stocks to consider buying before December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Just released: November’s higher-risk, high-reward stock recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Fire ideas will tend to be more adventurous and are designed for investors who can stomach a bit more volatility.

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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to consider buying in November [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Just released: October’s lower-risk, higher-yield Share Advisor recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Ice ideas will usually offer a steadier flow of income and is likely to be a slower-moving but more stable…

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Forget the State Pension, FTSE 100 dividend share AstraZeneca may be all you need

| Peter Stephens

AstraZeneca plc (LON:AZN) (AZN.L) could become a top FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) income stock.

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Forget a cash ISA! The Standard Life Aberdeen share price could help you to retire wealthy

| Peter Stephens

Standard Life Aberdeen plc (LON: SLA) appears to offer impressive long-term growth potential.

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Still considering buy-to-let? Look at these investments instead

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Buy-to-let has lost a lot of appeal in recent years. Here is a look at a good alternative.

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Top shares for October

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our writers to share their top stock picks for the month.

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Planning to retire early? Think again!

| Jack Tang

Is early retirement as good as it sounds? First, consider the dangers of quitting prematurely!

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3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks with yields up to 9.3%

| Jack Tang

Dividend investors: consider these FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stocks for substantial yields of up to 9.3%.

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How low can the SSE share price go?

| G A Chester

Is it time to buy the savaged SSE plc (LON:SSE) share price... or time to sell?

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Why this cheap FTSE 100 5%-yielder could be a top buy in October

| Roland Head

Roland Head looks at the story behind this FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) turnaround stock.

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2 buy-and-hold FTSE 100 growth stocks for October

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) growth stocks that could make excellent long-term investments.

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Forget buy-to-let! Consider these commercial property REITs for 5%+ yields

| Jack Tang

With yields of more than 5%, these commercial property investments are tempting alternatives to buy-to-let property.

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2 impressive FTSE 250 dividend growth stocks you’re probably overlooking

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild zeroes in on two FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) dividend growth heroes that could make you rich.

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Forget a cash ISA! A SIPP could help you retire wealthy

| Peter Stephens

Here’s why a SIPP could be a better option than a cash ISA.

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Why the Lifetime ISA may be the best way to invest in the FTSE 100

| Harvey Jones

If you invest in the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) using a Lifetime ISA you have a 25% head start on…

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Will the FTSE 100 surge on a ‘no-deal’ Brexit?

| Peter Stephens

Does the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) offer investment potential ahead of Brexit?

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Buy-to-let vs the stock market – which is better?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Buy-to-let investing and stock market investing can both make you wealthy. But is one better than the other?

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3 financially savvy things you could do TODAY to boost your portfolio

| Peter Stephens

Focusing on these three areas could have a positive impact on your investment performance.

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3 things you can do to get ahead of the State Pension

| Alan Oscroft

Even if you think you're running out of time before you hit pension age, it's never too late to start…

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3 stocks that could be perfect for retirees

| Paul Summers

Wanting to supplement the State Pension? These dull, dividend-paying stocks could be the solution.

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3 tips to get the most out of your stocks and shares ISA

| Jack Tang

To get the most out of your stocks and shares ISA, make sure you know all the options available to…

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3 top growth stocks I’d watch in October

| G A Chester

Thinking of investing in these popular growth stocks? Here's what you need to know.

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Have £2,000 to invest? These FTSE 100 dividend stocks look far too cheap

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers thinks value and income hunters simply can't ignore these stocks from the market's top tier.

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2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks that I’d buy today and never sell

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild picks out some of his favourite FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) income shares that he'd buy right now and…

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Thinking of investing in a Lifetime ISA? You really need to read this

| Peter Stephens

A Lifetime ISA could provide a sweet spot when it comes to building retirement savings.

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The State Pension: are you eligible for it?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at three reasons you may not be eligible for full State Pension payouts, and two ideas if…

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3 things you don’t know about the GKP share price

| Alan Oscroft

Remember the bad old days for Gulf Keystone Petroleum Limited (LON: GKP)? Take a look at it now.

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These 4 FTSE 250 dividend shares could provide an income for life

| Royston Wild

This article looks at some of the brilliant dividend shares on offer from the FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX).

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Thinking of investing in buy-to-let? Buying these FTSE 100 shares may be a better idea

| Peter Stephens

A number of FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares could offer stronger risk/reward opportunities than buy-to-let.

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The top 3 mistakes people make when saving for retirement

| Peter Stephens

By overcoming these three potential challenges, you could boost your retirement savings.

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How you can top up your State Pension with the FTSE 100

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) could offer a solution to a disappointing State Pension.

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Are these FTSE 100 stocks brilliant bargains or just value traps?

| Royston Wild

Could these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares be considered risk-heavy duds or under-bought beauties?

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Is the Sports Direct share price set to storm back after 3-month slump?

| Alan Oscroft

Sports Direct International plc (LON: SPD) shares have had a dreadful five years, but could they be set for a…

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Boohoo share price: good value or trap?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Boohoo Group plc's (LON: BOO) share price has just surged after half-year results. Is it too late to get involved?

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Why the BP share price could hit record highs in 2019

| Roland Head

Roland Head looks at the outlook for BP plc (LON:BP) and considers a small-cap that could explode.

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Is FTSE 100 faller RSA Insurance a top buy after 9% plunge?

| Alan Oscroft

Do big falls turn RSA Insurance Group plc (LON: RSA) and Dialight plc (LON: DIA) shares into unmissable bargains?

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How low can the easyJet share price go?

| Paul Summers

Market sentiment towards budget airline easyJet plc (LSE:EZJ) has changed in recent months. Can its latest trading update revive the…

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Thinking of investing in the 88E share price? You really need to read this

| Peter Stephens

Could the 88 Energy Ltd (LON: 88E) share price deliver improved performance in future?

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How high can the GKP share price go after trebling in one year?

| Peter Stephens

Does Gulf Keystone Petroleum Limited (LON: GKP) offer further capital growth potential?

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Could the upcoming AJ Bell IPO launch the next Hargreaves Lansdown?

| Harvey Jones

In its upcoming IPO, online wealth platform AJ Bell will be aiming to match the success enjoyed by Hargreaves Lansdown…

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Why a stocks and shares ISA can liberate you from State Pension misery

| Harvey Jones

Please don't put your faith in the State Pension, boost your chances of a happy retirement by investing in stocks…

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2 cheap stocks I’d buy right now

| G A Chester

Hidden value adds to the attraction of these two growth-and-income stocks, says G A Chester.

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