How many funds to hold and what to consider when building a portfolio
Professional fund buyer Algy Smith-Maxwell explains what investors need to consider when building a fund portfolio.
12th March 2024 09:10
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In the third episode of our four-part bonus ISA series, Kyle asks professional fund buyer Algy Smith-Maxwell to explain what investors need to consider when building a fund portfolio. Among the topics discussed are asset classes, risk tolerance, growth and income, and the types of funds beginner investors could size up. Kyle also asks Algy to give his view on how many funds investors should aim for. Â
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