HSBC sharebuying service

oz0707

So, mainly to save face for not having researched before I asked your advice I am having a browse over HSBC's share dealing/buying service.

My situation is as follows - I do most of my active banking with HSBC and I hold no shares. I am (for the time being) just interested in purchasing shares in one particular company. Ill discuss later as I can see that point distracting from my question...I am not entirely comfortable with online banking. I'm also looking at this as a short term investment, but you will always incur selling charges i suppose so that is irrelevant?

Okay, so given the above what would be the best way for me to go about purchasing these shares? I dont want a massive amount, 1k ish. I suppose this should be included into my ISA allowance?



Having a quick browse over the above it seems more suited to someone who is regularly dealing in shares. Would I be able to phone HSBC and purchase the shares that way? Would it be cost effective or should I ring a stockbroker?

Sorry to have been lazy, I just know some of you will know this stuff off the top of your heads.

Cheers

smartiedriver_2

You can use HSBC's InvestDirect online account to trade online, or via the telephone, although telephone trades are more costly.

You can also ISA-wrap your trades to guard against CGT.

Check out this link http://investments.hsbc.co.uk/product/10/investdirect-stocks-and-shares-isa?HBEU_dyn_lnk=InvestmentSection_Homepage_HSBCProducts_ProductPromotion_Link2