Understanding Investment Terms and Concepts

Below are summaries of some basic principles you should understand when evaluating an investment opportunity or making an investment decision. Rest assured, this is not rocket science. In fact, you’ll see that the most important principle on which to base your investment education is simply good common sense.You’ve decided to start investing. If you’ve had …

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Simple Rules for Investing

If you are new to investing, here are a few basic rules to keep in mind as you venture forward. As you know, there are no guarantees when it comes to investing, but following these tips–as well as heeding the sound advice of your broker or financial advisor–may help you stay out of trouble. Know …

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Common Investment Mistakes to Avoid

  Making investment decisions based on emotions and not on facts Choosing investments that are not suited to your goals or investment time horizon Failing to diversify, putting all your eggs in one basket Reacting to short-term events and not to long-term trends Trying to time the market Buying “hot” investments with no sound basis …

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