When to take profits on long-term stocks: what the evidence says

When to take profits on long-term stocks: what the evidence says

David Belle
Published on: 13/11/2026

Should you take profits on a winning stock or let it run? What the research on selling winners shows, five profit-taking methods and the UK tax angle.

What to invest in a stocks and shares ISA A process, not a tip list

What to invest in a stocks and shares ISA A process, not a tip list

David Belle
Published on: 13/11/2026

What should you put in a stocks and shares ISA? The evidence on funds vs shares, a fund checklist and a worked read of one company's results.

How much to invest in one stock: position sizing for UK investors

How much to invest in one stock: position sizing for UK investors

David Belle
Published on: 13/11/2026

How much of your portfolio should one stock be? What research, the UCITS 5/10/40 rule and simple loss maths say about position sizing in a UK ISA.

How much do you need to be financially free in the UK? Why £10k won't do it

How much do you need to be financially free in the UK? Why £10k won't do it

David Belle
Published on: 13/11/2026

How big a pot do you need to live off investments in the UK? ONS and PLSA spending data, withdrawal-rate research and why £10k alone won't get you there.