What do you need to consider before investing? We know that investing money is one of the most effective ways to build long-term wealth. So whether you are just launching your start-up, in the middle of your job career, nearing retirement age or are in the middle of your golden years, you should think of your financial future. When it comes to decision-making in investments, nobody is an expert. Even the smartest of investors once started from scratch. While it can seem overwhelming given the breadth of options available, the truth is you don't need to be a financial expert to be successful at it. However, to build the confidence to invest, you need to know the basics. Without this foundation, you risk investing poorly, creating a severe financial loss. As Warren Buffet stated, "Risk comes from not knowing what you're doing.” Students often ask, "We know we have to start investing early, but how can we start? Where to begin?" They also want to know, "What are the main types of investments? What are the core skills to become a smart investor?" We will look carefully at these questions and others to help you begin on the right note.

To help prepare you and potentially reduce your risk, we will help you discover how to set your financial goals, plan your investment strategy and review your timeframe and risk tolerance. We will help you consider where and how to invest your money and provide skills to research the market. Due to recent market events, some investors make rapid investment decisions without considering their long-term financial goals. Therefore, before you make any investing decision, sit down and take an honest look at your entire financial situation, especially if you've never made a financial plan before. The first step to successful investing is figuring out your goals and risk tolerance. Sadly, there is no guarantee that you'll make money from your investments. Nevertheless, get the facts about saving and investing and follow through with an intelligent plan. You will gain financial security over the years and enjoy the benefits of managing your money. Successful investing involves making choices that meet your unique needs today and your financial goals for your future. But of course your circumstances will affect your decisions every step of the way.

Unfortunately, some investors can get caught up in details or become intimidated by some investments and lose sight of their core principles. For that reason, this course will assist new investors to stay grounded in the success principles and will also help support and refresh knowledge for even the most experienced investor. This course is concise to maximize your learning in the shortest time. We equip you with all the essential details for your success. Remember that no prior financial knowledge is necessary to take this course. These topics include a recommended action plan to ease you into moving forward before you invest. Enrol in this course, spare yourself years of studying and potentially save thousands of dollars in losses that many new investors face due to lack of proper education. Become a skillful investor and see the benefits yourself.