How do I start investing as a beginner?

Here's how to start as a beginner. Don't start by asking "What should I invest in?" Instead, start by asking, "What am I investing for?" Many people start off by investing for retirement. Although choosing investments can be overwhelming, there are simple choices, like all-in-one funds and robo advisors, that can make it easier.

What makes a good investment?

Stay invested. Time (to let your investments ride out the market’s inevitable short-term rough patches) and temperament (the ability to keep cool while others are freaking out) are the keys to investment success. So says a guy you might have heard of named Warren Buffett. Need to back up? Saving vs. Investing: The Differences and How to Choose

How do I start investing in stocks?

You can choose to invest in individual stocks or other investment vehicles, such as ETFs, that provide exposure to the stock market and diversification. One of the most common ways to start investing in stocks is to buy a mutual fund — a type of investment that pools money from many investors and invests it in a group of different stocks.