Investing for beginners

Keep investing as simple as possible...

…so you can focus on the things that really matter

Beginning your investment journey

“Investing” can be a scary word, when you first hear it. With our help, you’ll discover simple ways to invest your money, without needing to watch the business news every morning. And we'll help you stay on top of your cash savings, too. 

Always remember, investments can fall as well as rise in value. You could get back less than you put in.

What is pound cost averaging?

If you have a lump sum of money, it can be hard to know where to start. This article explores pound cost averaging - the option of investing little and often.

Should I save or invest?

There are more ways you can save money than just putting pennies in a piggy bank.

How to build a tax-efficient investment portfolio

Tax-efficient investment portfolios can help to minimise your tax spending.

How to manage investment risk

What risk means for your money and how to manage it.

How to keep calm during market volatility

By Alistair McQueen, Head of Savings & Retirement at Aviva.

Active vs passive investing: Pros and Cons

Active and passive investments are very different ways of investing and both come with pros and cons.

What is inflation and how does it affect investments?

Inflation plays an important role in shaping our economy and influencing the prices of goods and services.

What are the risks and rewards of investing?

Your guide to the risks and rewards associated with investments. Capital at risk.

Are you paying more tax than you need to?

There are practical things you can do to reduce your tax bill to make year-end tax planning much less taxing.

What is marriage allowance

Our three-minute guide to explain the must-knows around this Government scheme for “I-do”ers.

Invest for your future

Build your wealth in a way that suits you, from general investing to ISAs and pensions. With investments, your capital is at risk.

Explore your options

Investing to suit you

If you're investing for a brighter future, we can help. Capital at risk.