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The right investing platform depends on how you plan to invest. Start by weighing up the fees — both the ongoing platform charge and any costs for buying and selling shares, funds or ETFs — as these can quietly eat into your returns over time.

It's also worth checking which account types are on offer, such as a Stocks and Shares ISA or a SIPP, alongside the range of investments available and how easy the platform is to use. The best fit balances low costs with the features and support that suit your goals.

Yes, there's nothing stopping you from using several investing platforms at once. Many investors spread their money across providers to take advantage of different strengths, such as cheaper share dealing on one platform and a wider fund range on another.

Just bear in mind that you can only pay new money into one Stocks and Shares ISA per tax year, so keep an eye on your allowances. Holding multiple platforms can also mean juggling more than one set of fees, so it's worth making sure the benefits outweigh the extra cost.