Whether you've a firm idea of the companies you want to invest in, or need a hand deciding, we can help.

Our free tools will help you to pick shares, and to put together the right mix of shares, too. And, as a customer, you'll have direct access to free advice from our in-house experts.

Building your investment portfolio is easier when you have the right tools. SharePicker is our exclusive multi-tool that gives you four straightforward ways of choosing shares.

• By company: maybe you've a company already in mind, one you've seen in the headlines, or been following for a while. Our company profiles summarise the company's activities, recent trading results, share price performance and more, in one, easy to use report. It includes our unique ShareFilter Performance Barometers to see at a glance how a share is performing compared to other shares in its sector and against the market as a whole - across six key factors.
• By performance: choose by six different performance criteria based on those most important to you. Set your preferred level for each and our Share Filter will show you, immediately, the ones that fit. Of course, a share's past performance shouldn't be seen as an indication of its future performance, but it can be a good starting point.
• Our preferred shares: if you need some ideas just key in your investment goals and attitude to risk and you'll see a matching selection of our expertly-screened shares for you to look into further.
• Our top tip: for fresh ideas, check out our weekly-updated 'top tip' recommendation.

If you're still not sure how individual company shares fit into your investment plans, our Investor Profiles can help you further. And remember, once you open an account with The Share Centre, you'll have direct access to our in-house experts. Then, if you'd like some ideas, you're wondering, say, why the price has reacted as it has to recent news, or you just want a second opinion, you can call us.

If you don't already have an account, opening one can be quick and easy. You can open a Share Account (or ISA) online, pay with your debit card and be up and running in minutes. We've other types of accounts available, too - you'll find full details in Our Services.