Weekly update – the rogue pigeon & some decluttering

The rogue pigeon in our chimney
The rogue pigeon in our chimney

You might wonder why we have a pigeon in our chimney.  It’s definitely not a pet.  It fluttered its way down the chimney and had been stuck there for a few days, until we managed to free it.  Turned out to be quite a ‘to-do’ but we got there in the end. Continue reading “Weekly update – the rogue pigeon & some decluttering”

Weekly update and The Mum who got Tourettes

The Mum who got Tourettes
The Mum who got Tourettes

Although we are in week 3 of our Lockdown, life these days is very different but far from boring.  I’ll highlight a few things, including the above programme we saw on Channel 4.  I know that family! Continue reading “Weekly update and The Mum who got Tourettes”

So is this a good time for a stocks and shares ISA?

FTSE100 over last 3 months
FTSE100 over last 3 months

I have commented recently on the ups and downs of the markets, suggesting there is some wisdom in sitting tight with existing investments through this volatile period.  However, if you have cash to invest, is now a good time to invest in a stocks and shares ISA? Continue reading “So is this a good time for a stocks and shares ISA?”

Market timing – futile or shrewd?

The effect of missing the best recovery days
The effect of missing the best recovery days

Well, we have had another letter from our financial advisors.  I am guessing it is designed to address the stream of nervous phone calls from anxious investors, perhaps.  The letter again suggests sitting tight and not being too fazed at recent falls.

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