Zaven Boyrazian, CFA, Author at The Twelfth Magpie

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How I’d aim to replace an entire salary with income from dividend shares

20 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Through consistent investing, it's possible to replace a salary with dividend income in the long term. Zaven Boyrazian explains how.

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No savings at 50? I’d buy FTSE 100 stocks and aim to retire on a growing passive income

20 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian demonstrates that even when starting from scratch at 50, it's possible to build a lucrative pension pot.

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A stock I won’t buy despite its HUGE 16.4% dividend yield, and one I would

20 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

On the hunt for big dividend yields? Zaven Boyrazian explores two stocks, one he'd buy and another to run far…

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These 2 picks are on my 2023 stocks to buy list!

19 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Among all the stock market volatility, Zaven Boyrazian identifies two companies he believes could be among the best stocks to…

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How I’d invest £3 a day to try and earn passive income for life

19 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing as little as £3 a day can lead to a surprisingly large passive income stream in the long run.…

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3 reasons I’d invest £500 a month in a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2023

19 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing with a Stocks and Shares ISA could be the best way to start building long-term wealth. Zaven Boyrazian explains…

Forget the National Lottery: I’d aim to get rich by following Warren Buffett

19 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Following Warren Buffett's value investing strategy in 2023 could lead to substantial long-term returns. Zaven Boyrazian explains how.

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A 2023 stock market crash may be coming. Here’s what I’m doing now!

18 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Fears of another stock market crash are rising, but what can investors do to protect their wealth and even capitalise…

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How I’d invest £500 in UK shares right now

18 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

What's the best way to invest small sums in UK shares in 2023? Zaven Boyrazian explores the options for starting…

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I’d invest my first £500 in this high-dividend-yield FTSE 250 stock today

13 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I think this top-notch, high-dividend-yield stock may potentially lay strong foundations for a starter investment portfolio.

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3 reasons I’d ditch buy-to-let property and buy FTSE 100 shares right now

13 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buy-to-let is a popular wealth-building strategy, but investing in FTSE 100 shares may be a faster and easier alternative.

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At 108p, is now a good time to buy Rolls-Royce shares?

13 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Rolls-Royce shares are trading near record lows, but I think it may be years before the business can return to…

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I’d invest £500 a month to target a £45,000 second income from dividend shares

13 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Regularly investing money in the stock market can build a substantial portfolio capable of generating passive income through dividend shares.

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The FTSE 250 tanked by 30% in 2022! Here’s how I’d invest with a Stocks and Shares ISA today

12 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing in a bear market can be a risky endeavour, but it can also open the door to substantial returns…

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Every stock market correction offers bargains. I’d grab cheap FTSE 250 stocks today

11 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Bank of England is upgrading its outlook for the economy, but there's still time to capitalise on cheap stock…

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5 steps to making £500 in monthly passive income in 2023

11 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Discover the five simple-but-critical steps required to unlock sustainable long-term passive income in the stock market.

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With no savings, I’d use the Warren Buffett method to try and get rich

11 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Discover what lies at the heart of Warren Buffett's investment strategy and how to try and leverage it for superior…

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How I’d invest £200 in UK shares each month to target a £20,570 second income

11 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing small sums of money each month in UK shares can produce a surprisingly large stream of passive income over…

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1 top FTSE 250 stock on my best shares to buy now list

8 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains why this FTSE 250 stock with a great brand and loyal customers could well be among the…

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I’d buy cheap FTSE 100 shares today to try and become an ISA millionaire!

6 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Stock market corrections and bear markets are the perfect time to load up on FTSE 100 shares at bargain prices…

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6% dividend yield! A UK share to buy in February and hold for 10 years

6 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I'm not concerned about the short-term economic outlook. I reckon this UK share could be a brilliant addition for my…

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£100 a month to invest? I’d go for a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2023

5 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With upcoming tax hikes for investors, investing with a Stocks and Shares ISA is becoming essential to build wealth faster.

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A top money manager thinks ANOTHER stock market crash is coming in 2023! Here’s what I’d do

4 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Stocks are on a rally, but don't relax quite yet. This world-class money manager is predicting a severe stock market…

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How I’d aim to build a £53,600 annual passive income from UK shares and never work again!

3 February, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

By investing regularly in UK shares, investors can generate substantial long-term passive income, and even potentially retire early.

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Target a million via UK shares in this stock market correction with just £500 a month

29 January, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investors don't need a fortune to make a million with UK shares, especially when capitalising on the current stock market…

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Forget buy-to-let! I’d aim for a million with a Stocks and Shares ISA instead

29 January, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Using a Stocks and Shares ISA to make a million could be a more prudent approach than buy-to-let. Zaven Boyrazian…

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How to build a second income with Footsie dividend stocks

29 January, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Here are some useful tips for trying to find winning Footsie dividend stocks and (hopefully) to unlock a lucrative second…

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£1,000 to invest? I’d buy bargain FTSE 100 shares in this stock market correction

28 January, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing in cheap FTSE 100 shares right now may be volatile in the short term, but it could lead to…

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1 of the best ex-penny stocks to buy for the new bull market?

28 January, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Looking for the best UK shares to buy for the new bull market? This ex-penny stock could be perfectly positioned…

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Don’t waste a second stock market downturn! I’d follow Warren Buffett to try and get rich

28 January, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I think following Warren Buffett's footsteps could lead investors down the path of maximising their returns in this stock market…

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I’d buy 197 shares of this stock for a £1,000 passive income

28 January, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Reliable dividend yields can help build lucrative passive income streams in the long run. Here's a stock that might just…

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£3k to invest? I think these are the best UK stocks to buy right now

28 January, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

In my opinion, these are among the best UK stocks to buy right now, capable of delivering hugely attractive long-term…

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I’d invest my first £500 in this high-dividend-yield FTSE 100 stock today

25 January, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The stock market correction has sent the dividend yields of many shares through the roof. But not all of them…

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Forget Cash ISAs, I’d buy bargain FTSE 100 dividend stocks

22 January, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Cash ISAs are gaining popularity, but in the long term investing in high-quality dividend shares could be a far better…

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How I’d invest £20k in a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2023 to aim for a million

22 January, 2023 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Maximising a Stocks and Shares ISA each year and stcking with it can put an investment portfolio on the fast-track…