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New to Investing

Want to know more about investing for beginners? Here you’ll discover a wealth of information to help get you started – from the very basics through to some ‘best practice’ ideas.

What is a pension?

Created on: 28/10/2020
Updated: 06/09/2024
The Complete Pension Guide; everything you need to know about pensions.
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How Could the UK General Election Affect Your Investments?

Created on: 14/06/2024
Major events like a UK general election can impact financial markets due to their close link with the economy. Learn how this might affect your investments.
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Introducing the 'Magnificent Seven' Stocks: Beyond the FAANGs

Created on: 16/05/2024
Updated: 29/08/2024
From FAANGs to the Magnificent Seven stocks: meet the new faces shaping market dominance.
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Why do interest rates go up and down?

Created on: 17/01/2024
Updated: 08/03/2024
We all know it happens, but have you ever actually asked yourself: why do interest rates go up and down?
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The markets: where do we stand in 2024?

Created on: 04/01/2024
Join us as we provide a round-up of the markets in 2023 — and a preview of what to expect in 2024.
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Saving vs. Investing: things to consider

Created on: 02/01/2024
Updated: 29/08/2024
While cash could be an option for your short-term financial needs (such as a rainy day fund), it’s a much less desirable option for long-term growth.
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The Wealthify guide to saving a lump sum

Created on: 30/11/2023
Updated: 13/08/2024
Whether you’re investing an inheritance or a bonus from work, knowing what to do with a lump sum can sometimes feel daunting. Thankfully, our handy guide is here to help you make the most of a lump sum investment.
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Is ‘lifestyle creep’ stopping you from saving?

Created on: 04/08/2023
Updated: 08/03/2024
Getting a pay rise is up there with one of the best feelings you can experience. But if you’re not saving any extra money – despite the bigger paycheck – then you may have fallen victim to ‘lifestyle creep’. Here’s what it is, why it happens, and what you could do to combat it.
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Why a Stocks and Shares ISA is a different kettle of fish

Created on: 15/06/2023
Updated: 15/08/2024
Learn what makes a Stocks and Shares ISA different to other financial products — and how it could help you build your pot of money over time.
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Fear of investing: Dispelling investment myths as new research shows 66% of Brits are nervous about investing

Created on: 25/05/2023
Updated: 28/08/2024
Research reveals that preference to put money in a savings account was one of the main investment barriers, with 85% of Brits sharing this belief.
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When does the new tax year start — and how could you prepare for the changes it could make to your finances?

Created on: 10/04/2023
Updated: 15/08/2024
The new tax year can bring with it many changes – from the cost of things like your water bill and council tax, to your annual tax-free allowance limits. Here are some things that you could do to prepare for it.
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Why does the tax year start in April ?

Created on: 05/04/2023
Updated: 06/04/2023
We talk about tax year end and 'ISA Season' a lot at Wealthify, but we've never really thought about why we start the tax year on the 6th April. So we did a little digging.
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What is the Capital Gains Tax allowance for 2024/25?

Created on: 17/03/2023
Updated: 30/08/2024
Since 6th April 2024, the UK’s Capital Gains Tax allowance has been reduced from its previous rate. Read on to find out what changed — and what exactly this could mean for you and your investments.
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The ever-expanding sustainable fund universe

Created on: 03/03/2023
Updated: 14/03/2023
The concept of sustainable investing has come a long way since the Brundtland Report was published in 1987, when financial decisions were more detached from long-term value creation and social impact.
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How to save money and the planet

Created on: 30/01/2023
Updated: 29/08/2024
Because it doesn’t have to be one or the other – being more eco-friendly doesn’t have to cost you the Earth. Here are some simple changes that could help you make a difference.
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