Lesson 3: How to actually get started

Knowing is one thing. Doing is another. This one is all about the practicalities of investing your money. We’ll walk you through the process step-by-step, including how to open a brokerage account, how to buy your first stocks, and the big risks to watch out for.

Quick-Fire Recap: What You've Learned So Far
Starting Out: What Do You Need?
What to Consider When Opening an Investment Account
What Should You Actually Invest In?
Invest All at Once or Slowly?
How to Turbocharge Your Investment Growth
Let's Do This, Making Your First Purchase
How Often Do You Need to Check on Your Portfolio?
Navigating (Potential) Market Crashes
How to Use Your Investments to Fund Your Goals
Investment Readiness Checklist
Test Your Knowledge
Next Steps