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Are you thinking of becoming an investor? Don't forget to do your homework first. Harriet Meyer runs through the basic dos and don'ts.

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Terry Smith's fortune formula

Fundsmith Equity fund manager Terry Smith explains to Money Observer editor and Moneywise columnist Andrew Pitts why shares will continue to rise for all the wrong reasons.

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First time investor
Moneywise Investment School: Lesson one, risk taking

Before you choose what to invest in, you need to work out what type of investor you are. Our golden rules can help you decide.
A beginner's guide to investing in the stockmarket

The Moneywise Investment Jargon Buster

10 investment tips for new investors
Stocks and shares
The companies you didn't know you were invested in

Do Tesco or BP's latest results bore you? Then think again - chances are you'll have money tied up with one of the big players.
Terry Smith's fortune formula

Shares: What should you buy and how do you trade?

Boost your ISA with stocks and shares
Tax-efficient investing
Make big profits from smaller companies

A host of tasty incentives are on offer to those willing to invest in smaller companies, says David Prosser.
The smart way to reduce your tax bill

How to get tax relief when investing

Tax-efficient investing explained
Funds
Moneywise Fund Awards 2012

Despite another rollercoaster year for investors, some funds can be relied upon to provide returns. Moneywise takes a look at the best of 2012.
How to cut the costs of investing

The pros and cons of tracker funds

What's your attitude to investment risk?

Investment Trusts
The Moneywise Investment Trust Awards 2013

Our judges have decided on the best investment trusts across eight popular sector - and we reveal the investment trust group of the year.
What are investment trusts? - the basics

10 things you need to know about investment trusts

The six step guide to investment trusts
Financial goals
Why should I bother making a will?

Making a will is hardly an exciting prospect, particularly when you're young. But if you want to be sure that your money and other assets will go to the right family members, it's crucial you get...
Five steps to finding a good financial adviser

Do we need more government help?

20 ways to escape debt for good
Estate planning
Put your mind at ease by writing a rock-solid will

Have you written your will? Rebecca Rutt investigates the best ways to ensure you're protecting your family's future and guaranteeing your last wishes are carried out.
Save thousands by planning ahead

Will your death cause a family feud?

Reduce your IHT bill by giving to your children
Investment guides
10 ways to protect your portfolio from the eurozone crisis

Whether it's Spanish bond yields hitting 6%, Greece's creditors taking a serious haircut on their debts, France being downgraded - the eurozone crisis has hogged the financial headlines for the...
Regular versus lump sum investing

Are premium bonds the best place for my money?

A beginner's guide to investing in commodities

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