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    Best of Money Clinic: How an ISA millionaire chooses stocks

    enDecember 12, 2023

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    • The Power of Appreciation in People and InvestmentsRecognizing and harnessing the power of appreciation for people and investments can lead to significant benefits in performance, productivity, and financial growth.

      Appreciation, whether it's for people or investments, holds significant value. At Eden Rewards, they believe that appreciation starts with people and radiates through companies to transform performance and productivity. Meanwhile, on LinkedIn, professionals like Sandra, who weren't actively looking for a job, can be found, making it a valuable resource for hiring. In finance, ISA investors can learn valuable investment strategies from successful individuals like Lord John Lee, who became the UK's first ISA millionaire by maximizing the annual limit over decades. These examples highlight the importance of recognizing and harnessing the power of appreciation and making the most of available resources. Whether it's through hiring or investing, the potential benefits can be substantial.

    • Maximizing investments with ISAsInvesting the max in ISAs, reinvesting tax-free dividends, and tax-free withdrawals can lead to substantial long-term growth.

      Investing in an Individual Savings Account (ISA) can significantly increase the value of your investments over time due to the tax advantages it offers. The speaker shares his personal experience of turning around £150,000 into £1,000,000 within 15 years by investing the maximum amount in an ISA and reinvesting the dividends tax-free. This tax-free compounding effect allowed him to keep the investments as one pot and grow it more effectively than if he had paid taxes on the income and capital gains along the way. Additionally, withdrawals from an ISA do not count as income for tax purposes, allowing you to spend the money tax-free. Overall, the ISA wrapper provides a disciplined approach to investing and can lead to substantial long-term growth.

    • Focus on profitable, dividend-paying companies and avoid high-risk areasSuccessful investing involves a long-term approach, focusing on established, profitable companies that pay dividends, and avoiding high-risk areas like biotech, exploration, start-ups, and contracting businesses.

      Successful investing involves a long-term approach, focusing on established, profitable companies that pay dividends, and avoiding high-risk areas like biotech stocks, exploration stocks, start-ups, and contracting businesses. The investor emphasizes the importance of avoiding frequent changes and instead building up holdings in companies with confidence in the management. The investor also prefers to focus on UK smaller caps and larger cap stocks with attractive yields. To make a new investment, the investor suggests looking at the company's profit history, market position, and any special characteristics that could enable it to prosper, especially for small caps, even in a less buoyant economy. The most successful investors "make their money by sitting on their ass" and staying with good investments.

    • Executives and board members' ownership stake and optimistic tone are crucial indicators for investorsLook for companies where executives and board members have significant ownership stakes, as it shows their commitment and confidence. Optimistic tone and dividend payments are also important indicators of a company's future prospects and profitability.

      When investing in companies, it's essential to look for those where the executives and board members have a significant ownership stake, or "skin in the game." This demonstrates their confidence and commitment to the business beyond bonuses or share options. Additionally, the tone and optimism expressed in the company's statements and trading updates are crucial indicators of the company's future prospects. A dividend is another critical aspect of investing. It's a portion of a company's profits paid to shareholders, with the remaining profits after taxes available for distribution. Companies that pay dividends provide investors with a steady cash flow, which can be reinvested to compound returns. The decision to pay a dividend reveals a company's profitability, its anticipated profits for the upcoming year, and its ability to generate cash for shareholders.

    • Investing in dividend-paying stocks within an ISA for tax advantages and potential growthInvesting in dividend-paying stocks within an ISA offers tax savings and potential long-term growth. Companies with strong financial profiles and high dividend yields, like M&G, can be particularly attractive. Reinvesting dividends within the ISA through compound interest can significantly increase returns.

      Investing in dividend-paying stocks within an Individual Savings Account (ISA) can provide significant tax advantages and potential long-term growth. Companies with conservative financial profiles, like those with low debt and high cash reserves, can be particularly attractive. Dividend yield acts as a percentage return on investment, with M&G's current yield at approximately 9.5%, making it a more lucrative opportunity than savings accounts. Reinvesting dividends within the ISA through compound interest can significantly increase the value of your holdings over time. However, remember that this discussion is based on Lord Lee's personal investment choices and should not be considered an endorsement or suggestion for individual investment decisions. Always do thorough research before making investment choices.

    • Investing in Individual Share Accounts (ISAs) can build wealth over a lifetimeISAs offer long-term investment opportunities, allowing individuals to select companies, build wealth, and engage with businesses, even with annual allowance limitations. Success requires common sense and patience.

      ISAs can be a valuable long-term investment option alongside pensions, allowing individuals to select the companies they invest in and build wealth through careful, patient investing. Over the course of a working life, even those who have used up their annual allowance each year can grow their savings, as many listeners of The Money Clinic podcast have done. While there is more risk in actively picking individual companies compared to investing in passive funds, the potential benefits, particularly for younger investors, can include a greater sense of ownership and engagement with the businesses they support. For example, buying shares in companies that children identify with can help them understand the concept of ownership and the role of businesses in their lives. To be a successful investor, as the speaker has found after 60 years of experience, all you need is common sense and patience.

    • Selling underperforming shares and buying growth stocksStay optimistic, educate the next generation about money, and take advantage of buying opportunities during economic challenges

      Investing in the stock market is not just about passing down an inheritance, but also about teaching the next generation the skills of managing money. During a recent discussion, it was decided to sell underperforming shares and buy more of those that had shown growth. Lordly mentioned his ISA portfolio hadn't been doing well, but encouraged listeners to take a long-term view and look for buying opportunities during tough economic times. The saying "you make your most profitable investments in a bear market, but you don't realize it at the time" emphasizes the importance of holding on to investments in growing businesses, even during market downturns. Overall, the key takeaway is to stay optimistic, educate the next generation about money, and take advantage of buying opportunities during economic challenges.

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      You don't have to break the bank to upgrade your style or celebrate special occasions. Quince offers luxury items at affordable prices with a commitment to safe and ethical manufacturing. Meanwhile, 1800flowers.com goes above and beyond in delivering heartfelt gifts, ensuring every step of the process is filled with love and care. Remember, the Money Clinic podcast is for general financial discussions, so for personalized investment advice, consult an independent financial advisor. First, Quince, the go-to destination for affordable luxury, offers a wide range of high-quality items, including shirts, polos, activewear, and fine leather goods, at discounted prices. Their commitment to safe, ethical, and responsible manufacturing allows you to enjoy the luxury vibe without the luxury price tag. To enjoy free shipping and 365-day returns, visit quince.com/upgrade. Second, 1800flowers.com is more than just a gift-giving destination. They put their hearts into every aspect of their business, from their farmers and bakers to their florists and makers. Their dedication to delivering a smile ensures that every gift is made with love, making special occasions even more memorable. For more information, visit 1800flowers.com/acast. Lastly, always remember that the Money Clinic podcast is for general financial discussions and does not provide individual investment advice or recommendations. For personalized financial advice, consult an independent financial advisor.

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    Presented by Claer Barrett. Produced by Philippa Goodrich. Our executive producer is Manuela Saragosa. Sound design is by Breen Turner, with original music from Metaphor Music. Cheryl Brumley is the FT’s global head of audio.





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    Say hello on social media: you can follow Claer on Twitter and Instagram @Claerb 

    Presented by Claer Barrett. Produced by Persis Love. Our executive producer is Manuela Saragosa. Sound design is by Breen Turner, with original music from Metaphor Music. 


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    For more tips on how to organise your money, sign up to Claer's email series 'Sort Your Financial Life Out With Claer Barrett' at FT.com/moneycourse

    Follow Claer on social media @Claerb and contact the Money Clinic team via money@ft.com


    Presented by Claer Barrett. Produced by Philippa Goodrich and Persis Love. Our executive producer is Manuela Saragosa. Sound design by Breen Turner, with original music from Metaphor Music. Cheryl Brumley is the FT’s global head of audio.


    Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com



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