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Investing 101

Investing 101

Your first step into the world of investing. Learn the fundamentals that every investor needs to know.

43 articles4-6 weeks~15 hours
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What You'll Learn

  • Understand basic investing concepts and terminology
  • Know the difference between stocks, bonds, ETFs, and mutual funds
  • Learn how to open and manage a brokerage account
  • Build confidence to make your first investment

Course Content

43 articles

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Investing 101: Stock Market Basics for Beginners
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Saving vs Investing: When to Save and When to Invest
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How to Start Investing: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
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Stocks vs Bonds: Which Investment Is Right for You?
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Stocks vs ETFs vs Mutual Funds: Which Investment Fits You?
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The Importance of Diversification: How to Reduce Portfolio Risk
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Risk Tolerance Explained: Balancing Risk and Reward in Investing
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The Power of Compound Interest: How Small Investments Grow Big
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Investing Terms Glossary: 20 Essential Stock Market Terms to Know
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Brokerage Account 101: Open and Manage Your First Investment Account
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401(k) Basics: Maximizing Your Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan
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IRA vs Roth IRA: Choosing the Right Retirement Account
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Common Investing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
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Building Your First Investment Portfolio: A Complete Guide
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The Fundamentals of Dividend Investing: Evaluating Dividend Stocks for Stable Income
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ESG Investing Basics: How Sustainability Affects Stock Fundamentals
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Leverage and Margin 101: The Fundamentals of Borrowing to Invest
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Portfolio Rebalancing 101: How and When to Rebalance Your Investments
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ETF Portfolio vs. Stock Picking: Choosing the Right Approach for You
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Share Buybacks Explained: How Repurchases Affect Stock Value
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Diversification vs. Concentration: How Many Stocks Should You Own?
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Rebalancing Your Portfolio: When and How to Adjust Your Investments
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Building a Dividend Income Portfolio: Strategies for Steady Cash Flow
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How to Read an Annual Report (10-K) for Actionable Insights
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Capital Structure 101: How Debt and Equity Affect Value
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Income Investing 101: Building a Portfolio for Passive Cash Flow
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Never Miss a Beat: Using AI Alerts to Monitor Your Portfolio
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Earnings Season Made Easy: Beginner's Guide to Quarterly Reports
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Setting Investment Goals: Align Your Portfolio with Financial Objectives
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Value vs Growth Investing: Choosing the Right Approach for You
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Stock Splits and Corporate Actions: What Investors Should Know
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Blue-Chip vs Penny Stocks: Company Size and Risk Explained
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Asset Allocation 101: How to Build the Ideal Investment Mix
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Building a Retirement Portfolio: Strategies for Long-Term Growth
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Evaluating Management Quality: Governance Metrics That Matter
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Identifying Company Moats: Finding Sustainable Competitive Advantages
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ESG Portfolio Construction: Aligning Investments with Your Values
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The 60/40 Portfolio in the 2020s: Is the Classic Mix Still Relevant?
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International Diversification: Pros and Cons of Going Global
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ESG Investing 101: Aligning Your Investments with Your Values
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Bonds 101: Introduction to Fixed-Income Investing for Beginners
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Stock Dividends Explained: How They Work and Why They Matter
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Understanding Stock Market Indices: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq
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