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Stocks
Understand how stocks work
and how they fit
into your investment plan.
Important differences between common and preferred stocks
How can I get a good mix of stocks?
What fees will I pay when I buy or sell stocks?

You have many different choices when you invest in the stock market. Before you buy, make sure you understand how stocks work and how to make good choices for you.


How does the stock market work?

Chapter 1:
What is the stock market?
Chapter 2:
What makes investing in stocks risky?
Chapter 3:
What's the difference between common stock and preferred stock?
Chapter 4:
What role should stocks play in my investment portfolio?

Is this stock a good investment for me?

Chapter 1:
How can I identify a good stock?
Chapter 2:
How do disclosure documents help me choose good investments?
Chapter 3:
How do I know I'm buying legitimate stock?
Chapter 4:
Is a stock legitimate if there is no prospectus?
Chapter 5:
What do experts look at when picking a stock?
Chapter 6:
How do changes in a stock's price affect my investing risks?

How much do stocks pay?

Chapter 1:
How do I make or lose money on stocks?
Chapter 2:
What fees will I pay when I buy or sell stocks?
Chapter 3:
How can I make money from Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)?
Chapter 4:
What are stock options and other complex investments?
Chapter 5:
How does the economy affect stock investments?

How do I buy and sell stocks and bonds?

Chapter 1:
What do I need to know before I buy stocks or bonds?
Chapter 2:
How do I use a stockbroker to buy stocks and bonds?
Chapter 3:
How do I use a stockbroker to sell stocks and bonds?
Chapter 4:
How do I get a good mix of stocks and bonds?
Chapter 5:
How do I choose a stockbroker?

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