Starting to invest

What is investing?

Investing is popular, but what exactly is it? An investment is when you commit money for a period of time with the aim of generating future financial returns. There are many ways to invest. You can invest in the stock market—buying stocks, bonds, or ETFs. You can also invest in real estate, cryptocurrencies, or even gold. The idea is to put your money into something, expecting that its value will grow over time.

How do you start investing?

But how do you start investing? And where should you begin? If you’ve already explored the investing world a little, you may feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of information online. And that’s completely understandable! The internet is flooded with advice, from crypto influencers encouraging high-risk investments to male-dominated investment clubs full of confusing jargon.

The best way to start investing is by gaining reliable knowledge, creating a solid plan—perhaps with help from Elfin’s advisors—and starting with a small amount to ease into it. You’ll find the essential knowledge you need in Elfin’s Beginning to Invest e-course. Scroll down for more information.