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1. What are your objectives from Investing, and how much can you afford to invest?
It is important that you clearly state and understand what it is you want to achieve by investing in the Stock Market. Do you want to hold onto stocks long term and look for a more stable but lower growth, or are you prepared to accept a little more risk and invest in some shares that may provide higher rates of return. You should possibly also keep some money aside instead of investing it all in shares in case your financial circumstances change.
2. The stock market is not a gamble. Don't Speculate!
Investing in a stock should not be like gambling on the slot machines in Vegas. Research the company you are thinking of investing in, as well as their competitors so you can make a more informed decision about whether the value of a stock is likely to rise or fall.
3. Investments should be long term.
Like I said, the Stock Market is not Vegas. Whilst there may be some people out there who make a living out of day trading, and it can be a part of your portfolio, you should also have a portfolio of shares that you hold on to long term, and that are likely to appreciate in value long term.
4. Don't get caught by the bump in the road.
There may be volatile days on the market, kind of like bumps in the road. If you overreact to a minor bump, you could end up losing out it the market ends up correcting itself over the coming days or weeks. Remember that stocks should be considered a long term investment.
5. Look for growth industries, and identify the best companies in those industries
It is always good to try and get into a sector ahead of the rest of the pack before prices begin to rise. This goes back to doing your research on particular companies and particular industries.
6. Diversify your portfolio to spread your risk.
As I have mentioned, there are risks associated with investing in stocks. As such, you should not put all your eggs in one basket and only invest in one stock. A diversified proposal spreads your risk, as if one stock is going down, you may find another of your stocks is appreciating in value.
7. Set up an online trading account.
It makes sense. You can have instantaneous access to a multitude of information, and online accounts and you Buy and sell.
8. Monitor your portfolio as closely as possible on the performance of the companies you are investing in.
You shouldn't rely solely on stock price for the performance of your portfolio. If you have stocks in a company, you should regularly check their websites for news that may affect the price of a stock, as well as checking the business section of the newspaper.
9. Seek professional advice from a qualified stockbroker or financial planner.
This is important when you are starting out, just to get a picture of your current financial position, and whether you have enough cash flow to begin trading stocks. You should be able to get advice through the firm you choose to go with, whether they are based online or offline.
10. Sleep well
Happy Investing!
It is important that you clearly state and understand what it is you want to achieve by investing in the Stock Market. Do you want to hold onto stocks long term and look for a more stable but lower growth, or are you prepared to accept a little more risk and invest in some shares that may provide higher rates of return. You should possibly also keep some money aside instead of investing it all in shares in case your financial circumstances change.
2. The stock market is not a gamble. Don't Speculate!
Investing in a stock should not be like gambling on the slot machines in Vegas. Research the company you are thinking of investing in, as well as their competitors so you can make a more informed decision about whether the value of a stock is likely to rise or fall.
3. Investments should be long term.
Like I said, the Stock Market is not Vegas. Whilst there may be some people out there who make a living out of day trading, and it can be a part of your portfolio, you should also have a portfolio of shares that you hold on to long term, and that are likely to appreciate in value long term.
4. Don't get caught by the bump in the road.
There may be volatile days on the market, kind of like bumps in the road. If you overreact to a minor bump, you could end up losing out it the market ends up correcting itself over the coming days or weeks. Remember that stocks should be considered a long term investment.
5. Look for growth industries, and identify the best companies in those industries
It is always good to try and get into a sector ahead of the rest of the pack before prices begin to rise. This goes back to doing your research on particular companies and particular industries.
6. Diversify your portfolio to spread your risk.
As I have mentioned, there are risks associated with investing in stocks. As such, you should not put all your eggs in one basket and only invest in one stock. A diversified proposal spreads your risk, as if one stock is going down, you may find another of your stocks is appreciating in value.
7. Set up an online trading account.
It makes sense. You can have instantaneous access to a multitude of information, and online accounts and you Buy and sell.
8. Monitor your portfolio as closely as possible on the performance of the companies you are investing in.
You shouldn't rely solely on stock price for the performance of your portfolio. If you have stocks in a company, you should regularly check their websites for news that may affect the price of a stock, as well as checking the business section of the newspaper.
9. Seek professional advice from a qualified stockbroker or financial planner.
This is important when you are starting out, just to get a picture of your current financial position, and whether you have enough cash flow to begin trading stocks. You should be able to get advice through the firm you choose to go with, whether they are based online or offline.
10. Sleep well
Happy Investing!
