Investing - Putting your money to work for you
Investing can be a scary area if you are unfamiliar with it. Investing comes with its own set of vocabulary, its own math and a dizzying number of options. In the sections below we will work to simplify investing in order to help any level of investor put their money to work for them. Please look for these solutions and more in an upcoming blog post.
Investing 101: The Basics
-Why do we invest?
-Types of Investments (stock v bond v etc)
Investing 201: Developing a Plan
-Investing vs. Speculating (Risk)
-Diversification
-Customize an Investment Plan for You
Investing 301: Execute your Plan
-Where to invest (schwab, vanguard, etc..)
-Evaluate Your Position Each Year
Retirement
-I’m 20, why should I save for retirement now?
-401(k) Explained
-Roth vs. Traditional
Short Term Investing
-Safety Net
-Large Purchases (Wedding Ring, Vacation, Etc…)
Other
-Equity in my own firm (ESPP)
