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Learn More . How much does it take to start buying shares? £100,000? £1,000? £100? In fact, I think it is possible to get going in the stock market for even less. Here is how I would begin, with £80 a month.
Starting big versus starting small £80 a month adds up to £960 a year. So already,..
. Christopher Ruane.
