If you're a new investor -- or just looking to brush up on your investing skills -- this is the place to start. We've tailored this
section
to give you the foundation you need to start making wise investment
decisions. We'll show you the basics of investing theory, introduce you to
the concept of risk management and get you familiar with the major asset
categories: stocks, mutual funds and bonds. We'll also tell you what you
need to know about taxes and investing so you can avoid giving too much of
your nest egg to Uncle Sam.
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Why It Works
Investing may seem like a glorified form of gambling, but we've got a
secret for you: Unlike Vegas, the odds are stacked in your favor. These three interactive sections will explain why.
Risk vs. Reward
There's no avoiding it: Risk and investing go hand-in-hand. But the truth
is, investing wisely is often less risky than not investing at all. This
four-part series will explain how you can manage risk to get the most out of your money.
Stocks
Stocks go up. Stocks go down. We all know that much. But to make money in
stocks, you have to understand what drives their behavior and use it to
your advantage. This six-part series will take you from start to finish.
Mutual Funds
Diversification, professional management -- mutual funds have a lot to
offer. But picking the right one from the more than 8,300 available is no easy
task. This section will show you what mutual funds are, how they work and how to choose
intelligently.
Bonds
Bonds: When prices go up, yields go down. What does this mean? This section will explain it all.
Other Investments
Stable-value funds, annuities, CDs. What are they, and do you need them? This section breaks it all down.
Taxes and Investing
Before you put your money to work, there are some tax issues to
consider. This section will walk you through the magic of retirement
accounts, capital gains and what you need to know about mutual
funds and taxes.
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