First time investor

Investment School 1

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.

  • To a beginner, the stockmarket can appear a rather daunting experience. But in reality, with dismal returns on offer from banks and building societies, investing in shares provides an opportunity...

  • Moneywise helps you find your way to understanding the world of investments with ten terms you need to know.

  • investing

    The investment map is changing and even the experts are unsure where opportunities lie. Here, we help you find your way.

  • pound coins

    There are a variety of different cash ISAs available to suit your requirements. Here, we help you choose the right one.

  • MWTV

    Investing in the stockmarket can be a great way to grow your wealth - as long as you don't end up handing your gains over in fees.

  • Hands under plant

    Whether you're a novice starting out or you're looking to broaden your portfolio, joining forces with like-minded investors could boost your returns.

  • One way to minimise the impact of volatility on your portfolio is by investing small, regular amounts, smoothing out the peaks and troughs of the market in the process. Cherry Reynard asks if this...

  • MWTV

    With savings rates being so low more people are thinking of investing in shares. And for most, that means putting their money into a fund but wiith thousands to choose from it's worth doing some...

  • wads of £20s

    If you are lucky enough to come into money, be careful to put it to the best use for your present and future needs.

  • Our attitudes to risk are changing with the times, says Sarah Coles. Take our interactive quiz and find out what kind of risk-taker you really are and what type of ISA investment is right for you...