How to Start Investing with $100
Why start with $100?
The hardest part of investing is starting. $100 makes the decision real without serious risk.
Step-by-step plan
Pick a brokerage. Open the account. Transfer $100. Buy a low-cost ETF. Set a recurring deposit.
What should you buy?
A broad-market ETF: VOO (S&P 500), VTI (total US market), or VT (total world).
Mistakes to avoid
Day trading the first deposit. Chasing meme stocks. Following social media tips. Selling at the first dip.
Frequently asked questions
Is $100 enough to make money?
Short-term, no. Long-term, the habit matters far more than the first deposit.
Best brokerage?
Fidelity, Schwab, or Robinhood in the US. Trading 212 in UK. Wealthsimple in Canada.
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