Investing 101: Ramp up your investing

So you’ve saved some money, and you’re ready to invest for what may be the first time. Or perhaps you’ve already been investing in your 401(k) or another workplace retirement account and you’re ready for what’s next. Investing can play a major role in your finances and has the potential to help you build wealth over time. (That’s why you’re here.) But whether you’re hoping to earn some passive income or just have your hard-earned money work a little harder for you, you might be wondering: How exactly do I get started with investing—or invest outside of a workplace plan?

From choosing an account to building your first portfolio, explore our Investing 101 Playbook to ramp up your investing.

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Learn to invest with these quick, self-guided lessons.

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Investing involves risk, including risk of loss.

Investment decisions should be based on an individual’s own goals, time horizon, and tolerance for risk.

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