{"id":21719,"date":"2024-08-25T14:53:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-25T14:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/?p=21719"},"modified":"2026-04-30T05:12:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T05:12:53","slug":"best-investments-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/best-investments-for-beginners\/","title":{"rendered":"The 10 Best Investments for Beginners in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The world of investments is vast. Navigating it as a beginner can be daunting. Where should you start? Stocks? Bonds? Index funds? What about an automated investing platform? I\u2019ll discuss all of those options in this guide, but first, we need to set the groundwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no such thing as the best investment for everyone. <em>Anyone who tells you there is probably&nbsp;wants to sell you something. <\/em>Crafting the best investment strategy for you depends on your financial situation, risk tolerance, investment horizon, and other details about your life and personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, I\u2019ll break down the ten best investments for beginners in 2026 as I see them right now. This list may change in the future, but for now, it\u2019s a collection of the best ways to get started for someone completely new to investing. 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The usual suspects \u2014 stocks, bonds, savings accounts, etc. \u2014 make an appearance, but I tried to include less common recommendations to spice things up a bit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating an investment plan as a beginner is a bit like making a new workout plan for someone who\u2019s never gone to the gym before. Some staples have to be included, but if the plan is too boring, they won\u2019t stick with it long enough to see results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the principles I used to create this list:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Focus on the fundamentals: <\/strong>I chose mostly tried-and-true investments because they work. Any solid investment strategy is going to be built around stocks, bonds, and cash, and I structured my recommendations around those assets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spice it up a little: <\/strong>Sticking with an investment strategy is easier when you\u2019re enthusiastic about its potential. I included art investments and real estate as a way to potentially capture more upside and make it more interesting if you\u2019re just starting out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cover retirement: <\/strong>New investors often don\u2019t understand why they need a dedicated retirement account. I will devote an entire section to it later in the article.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Explain the pros and cons of automated investing: <\/strong>Sometimes automated investing is the right choice for a beginner, but other times it holds them back because they don\u2019t learn how to invest for themselves. I\u2019ll explain who automated investing is for and how to know when it\u2019s the right choice for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With that out of the way, let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are my top ten picks for the best investments for beginners in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.i0t9ojhx9782\"><strong>1. Stocks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people think of stocks when they hear investing, and for good reason. Investing in the stock market is one of the best ways to grow your wealth, but getting started is not so easy for beginners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re completely new to stock investing, you should <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/newsletter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sign up for our newsletter<\/a>. It\u2019s completely free and provides an overview of what\u2019s happening in the markets, complete with in-depth analysis, possible trade opportunities, and a look at the stocks making waves on Wall Street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Investors with a bit more experience can check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/stock-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">curated stock ideas<\/a>. These ideas use our stock screener to highlight opportunities in the market that are hard to spot if you don\u2019t know where to look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll have to do your own analysis after we provide the core nugget of the idea, which is a good second step once you\u2019ve gotten your feet wet.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/etoro-sign-up\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image3-7.png\" alt=\"Image3\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019re confident that you know your way around stock investing, you\u2019ll need a broker to place trades. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/etoro-sign-up\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">I like eToro<\/a>&nbsp;because its platform is very beginner-friendly, but also because it has 0% commissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also invest in other assets like cryptocurrencies, ETFs, and options as you gain confidence as an investor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/etoro-sign-up\" style=\"background-color:#446bca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out eToro<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-code-snippets-content\"><div class=\"disclaimer\">\r\n\t<p>eToro is a multi-asset platform which offers both investing in stocks and cryptoassets, as well as trading CFDs.\r\n\r\nPlease note that CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 61% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.\r\n\r\nThis communication is intended for information and educational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice or investment recommendation. Past performance is not an indication of future results.\r\n\r\nCopy Trading does not amount to investment advice.  The value of your investments may go up or down.  Your capital is at risk.\r\n\r\nCrypto investments are risky and may not suit retail investors; you could lose your entire investment. <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3PI44nZ\">Understand the risks here.<\/a>\r\n\r\nDon\u2019t invest unless you\u2019re prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etoro.com\/customer-service\/terms-conditions\/trading-restriction\/\">Take 2 mins to learn more<\/a>\r\n\r\neToro USA LLC does not offer CFDs and makes no representation and assumes no liability as to the accuracy or completeness of the content of this publication, which has been prepared by our partner utilizing publicly available non-entity specific information about eToro.<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.qztnhxxx7s8h\"><strong>2. ETFs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are collections of stocks chosen by an investment firm that you can invest in on the stock market. They make it much easier to diversify your investments since you don\u2019t have to pick individual stocks yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is great for beginners because most new investors don\u2019t know enough about picking stocks to create a balanced portfolio themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/etoro-sign-up\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image8-3.png\" alt=\"Image8\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>I recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/etoro-sign-up\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eToro for ETFs<\/a>&nbsp;for the same reasons they\u2019re my go-to broker for stocks. You get access to tons of ETFs via the same easy-to-use platform eToro provides for stock investing and the same zero-commission fee structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/etoro-sign-up\" style=\"background-color:#446bca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out eToro<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-code-snippets-content\"><div class=\"disclaimer\">\r\n\t<p>eToro is a multi-asset investment platform. The value of your investments may go up or down. Your capital is at risk.<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"callout-box-block_b1fdbe5d1995bc99729e1feb0d115510\" class=\"callout-box info\">\n        <div class=\"callout-box__icon-wrapper\">\n            <svg focusable=\"false\" class=\"callout-box__icon info\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                <path d=\"M12 3c-.46 0-.93.04-1.4.14-2.76.53-4.96 2.76-5.48 5.52-.48 2.61.48 5.01 2.22 6.56.43.38.66.91.66 1.47V19c0 1.1.9 2 2 2h.28c.35.6.98 1 1.72 1s1.38-.4 1.72-1H14c1.1 0 2-.9 2-2v-2.31c0-.55.22-1.09.64-1.46C18.09 13.95 19 12.08 19 10c0-3.87-3.13-7-7-7zm2 16h-4v-1h4v1zm0-2h-4v-1h4v1zm-1.5-5.59V14h-1v-2.59L9.67 9.59l.71-.71L12 10.5l1.62-1.62.71.71-1.83 1.82z\"><\/path>            <\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"callout-box__content\"><div class=\"flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end\">\n<div class=\"pt-0\">\n<div class=\"gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full\">\n<div class=\"relative p-1 rounded-sm flex items-center justify-center bg-token-main-surface-primary text-token-text-primary h-8 w-8\">\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need help finding smart investments?<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/finq\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FINQ<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an AI-driven investment platform that cuts through market noise by offering clear, objective stock rankings based on expert analysis, crowd sentiment, and financial fundamentals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With continuously updated insights, FINQ empowers you to make smarter investment decisions through their AI-based portfolios like top stocks to buy, short-sell opportunities, and market-neutral strategies. Designed to outperform traditional investing, FINQ provides a bias-free, science-based approach that empowers you to navigate the stock market with confidence. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/finq\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try FINQ for FREE today. <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"relative p-1 rounded-sm flex items-center justify-center bg-token-main-surface-primary text-token-text-primary h-8 w-8\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.y1f11psppswa\"><strong>3. Index Funds <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Building on the last entry, index funds are basically ETFs that track the major indices. The most popular indexes they track are the S&amp;P 500, the Nasdaq 100, the Dow Jones Industrial Average, and the Russell 2000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Investing in index funds is an easy way to diversify because the index fund\u2019s value comes from the value of the hundreds of stocks that make up the index.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most popular investing strategies that has stood the test of time is to put 70\u201380% of your money in an index fund, wait for 30 to 40 years, and then retire. It\u2019s not sexy, but it works.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image10-1.png\" alt=\"Image10\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>My favorite broker to use for index fund investing is \u2014 you guessed it \u2014 eToro. It\u2019s hard to beat <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/etoro-sign-up\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eToro\u2019s commission-free trading and user-friendly platform<\/a>&nbsp;for index fund investing. eToro also lets you access other types of funds, such as sector funds and industry funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Investing in specific sectors and industries requires more skill and knowledge than investing in broad-market index funds, so it\u2019s not something I recommend to beginners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/etoro-sign-up\" style=\"background-color:#446bca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out eToro<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-code-snippets-content\"><div class=\"disclaimer\">\r\n\t<p>eToro is a multi-asset investment platform. The value of your investments may go up or down. Your capital is at risk.<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.8z7anva1jnbx\"><strong>4. Art + Collectibles <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Investing in art and collectibles is not something you hear much about if you\u2019re a beginner investor. It\u2019s easy to think that art investing is only accessible to people who wear top hats and monocles, and that used to be true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, thanks to online art investment platform Masterworks, anyone can get into art investing.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/masterworks?utm_content=best-investments-for-beginners\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image4-7.png\" alt=\"Image4\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Investing in art is a good decision for two main reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Potential for high returns: <\/strong>Art has the potential for outsized gains compared to stocks and other traditional investments. For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/news\/five-factors-foreshadow-price-escalation-203005204.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">according to Yahoo Finance<\/a>, post-war and contemporary art gained an average of 12.6% between 1995 and 2022, while the S&amp;P 500 only gained an average of 9% over the same time period.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Diversification: <\/strong>Art is uncorrelated to other common investments like stocks, bonds, and real estate. That means that it\u2019s unlikely that your stock investments and art investments will lose money together. Diversification helps smooth out returns and make your gains more predictable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So investing in art is a good idea, but I don\u2019t have millions of dollars to spend on a Picasso, I hear you say. Don\u2019t worry. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/masterworks?utm_content=best-investments-for-beginners\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Masterworks<\/a>&nbsp;makes art investing a lot less complicated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Masterworks lets you purchase shares in a piece of art. You become part owner of any piece you invest in and can sell your shares whenever you want to realize gains when the piece appreciates in value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best things about Masterworks \u2014 besides how easy the platform is to use \u2014 is that it\u2019s accessible to all investors, both accredited and non-accredited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before Masterworks, you had to purchase art directly, which meant sinking thousands of dollars or more into pieces by relatively unknown artists. Now you can own part of famous paintings by world-renowned artists even if you don\u2019t have a lot of capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Art investing is a great way for beginners to get started with investing because it\u2019s more interesting and exciting than stock investing, in my opinion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Owning part of a famous painting is fun to think about, and the potential for high returns makes it easier to hold your asset for longer, which is a skill many beginners don\u2019t have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/masterworks?utm_content=best-investments-for-beginners\" style=\"background-color:#446bca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out Masterworks<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.xo74y8syfa43\"><strong>5. Real Estate<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another fun investment for beginners is real estate. Many new investors have heard that real estate investing is the way to generate wealth, but the thought of buying and managing their own properties is intimidating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Owning your own income-generating property is one of the best long-term investments you can make, but it\u2019s not the only option anymore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best real estate investments for beginners is to buy shares of an income-generating property through an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/fundrise\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">investing platform like Fundrise<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/fundrise\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image2-7.png\" alt=\"Image2\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest barriers to real estate investing for beginners is the amount of capital you need to buy your own property. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fundrise makes it a lot more accessible, meaning you can reap the benefits of real estate investing without a mortgage or the headaches of managing your own property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019d rather go the more challenging route and purchase a property the old-fashioned way, you\u2019ll need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/sophisticated-real-estate-investing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">learn the ins and outs of traditional real estate investing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That means you need to understand how to value a property, how to make an offer, and how to manage the property once you have tenants, along with a thousand other things that are beyond the scope of this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The complexity of real estate investing is why I don\u2019t think buying your own property is one of the best real estate investments for beginners. Getting into real estate investing through Fundrise is much simpler and is something even new investors can handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/fundrise\" style=\"background-color:#446bca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out Fundrise<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-code-snippets-content\"><div class=\"disclaimer\">\r\n\t<p>Note: We earn a commission for this endorsement of Fundrise. <\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.jo9c23gwb7zk\"><strong>6. High-Yield Savings<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Back to less-exciting (but still important) investments for beginners. Namely, high-yield savings accounts (HYSAs). If you have a chunk of money in a traditional savings account earning 0.01%, you need to move it to an HYSA immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/cit-bank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image9-3.png\" alt=\"Image9\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>HYSAs have much higher rates than traditional savings accounts. The Platinum Savings <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/cit-bank-platinum-savings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HYSA offered by CIT Bank<\/a>&nbsp;currently has a rate of up to 4.35%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might think that you need to fund such an account with at least $100,000 or more to get such a good rate, but CIT only requires a minimum deposit of $100, although you need to maintain a balance of at least $5,000 to get the current 4.35% rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These accounts are great for beginners because they don\u2019t require any decisions or maintenance. All you have to do is plop your money into the account and start earning more. That\u2019s it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s not much else to say about HYSAs. You should open one right now. Go ahead. I can wait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/cit-bank-platinum-savings\" style=\"background-color:#446bca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out CIT Bank<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.fqzkpvnlb5pu\"><strong>7. CDs <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve opened your HYSA (you did, right?) we can talk about another one of the best investments for beginners: CDs. I\u2019m not talking about buying the rerelease of Abbey Road, I\u2019m talking about certificates of deposit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CDs are excellent investments for beginners because they\u2019re easy to understand and safe. When you invest in a CD, you get a fixed rate over the term of the CD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if you buy a 12-month CD with a 4% rate, the amount you invest will increase by 4% after one year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/cit-bank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CIT Bank has a solid selection of CDs<\/a>&nbsp;to choose from with terms between six months and five years and competitive rates. They\u2019re a great investment for beginners because they\u2019re insured, require no maintenance, and earn much more than a regular savings account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.mpnenv5l3kkm\"><strong>8. Mutual Funds <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I mentioned we\u2019d talk about more funds earlier \u2026 Here we are. Mutual funds are similar to ETFs, but there are a few key differences that are important to understand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both mutual funds and ETFs are baskets of stocks, so they offer similar levels of diversification, which is perfect if you\u2019re a beginner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the main differences is that mutual funds are only traded once per day, while ETFs are traded continuously throughout the day, like stocks. Mutual funds are also purchased directly from the company that manages the fund, not on an exchange like ETFs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A major practical consideration is that many mutual funds have active management fees, which make them more expensive to own than most ETFs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The management expense for an ETF or a mutual fund is called its expense ratio. Here\u2019s how the average expense ratio for ETFs and mutual funds compare, courtesy of eToro:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/etoro-sign-up\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image5-6.png\" alt=\"Image5\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Not all brokerage firms have mutual fund trading, so you\u2019ll have to choose one that does if you\u2019re interested in mutual fund investing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/interactive-brokers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Interactive Brokers is one of my favorite brokers<\/a>, and it offers mutual fund trading. It also offers stocks, bonds, ETFs, crypto, options, and pretty much anything else you can think of. It\u2019s a great all-in-one platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.oxuxp6ae158q\"><strong>9. Retirement Investing <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This one is a little bit different than the other types of investments I\u2019ve covered so far. It\u2019s not about a particular type of asset. Instead, it\u2019s about a specific investment goal: retirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Setting up a financially sustainable retirement is about making the right investments 30 years ahead of time. If that sounds like a lot of pressure to you, don\u2019t worry; I\u2019m going to make it easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Retirement investing for beginners is as simple as understanding why individual retirement accounts (IRAs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The benefit of investing in an IRA is decreased tax liability. In a traditional IRA, you contribute money pre-tax, which means you have more to work with right now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The downside is you have to pay taxes later. Another option is a Roth IRA. Contributions to a Roth IRA are made after you pay taxes and grow tax-free, which means you don\u2019t pay any taxes when you take money out later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In both types of IRAs, you keep more of your money. A traditional IRA makes sense if you think your income now is higher than your income will be in retirement, while a Roth IRA makes sense if you expect to draw higher income during your retirement than you do now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can have both types of IRAs if you want to, just know that your total contribution to both types is limited to the annual IRA contribution limit. No double dipping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most brokers offer IRA investing, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/m1-finance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">I like M1 Finance for IRAs<\/a>&nbsp;because they have a bunch of handy tools that make it easy to set up automatic contributions. This is great for beginners because you don\u2019t have to manage your IRA manually.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/m1-finance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image1-7.png\" alt=\"Image1\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/m1-finance\" style=\"background-color:#446bca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out M1 Finance<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a little bit more flexibility, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/rocket-dollar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rocket Dollar offers IRAs that let you hold alternative assets<\/a>&nbsp;like precious metals and real estate investments in an IRA. This type of retirement investing is a bit more advanced, but it\u2019s something to consider once you gain a bit of experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/rocket-dollar\" style=\"background-color:#446bca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out Rocket Dollar<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.buy9e9word2k\"><strong>10. Automated Investing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, I want to mention automated investing. You might think that automated investing would be one of the best investments for beginners because it\u2019s hands-off, but I actually think it can do more harm than good if you start too soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most important things you can do as a beginner is learn the fundamentals of investing, and automated investing takes that away from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With that said, once you understand what you\u2019re doing, automated investing will make your life a lot easier. You can set up automated allocations, which means you can schedule asset purchases based on your overall investment strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That makes it easy to keep your portfolio balanced with your desired asset allocation, saving you a lot of clicking around in your broker\u2019s platform.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/m1-finance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image6-5.png\" alt=\"Image6\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>When you think you\u2019d like to give automated investing a try, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/m1-finance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">I recommend M1 Finance<\/a>. The platform is organized with automated investing in mind, which makes it a little bit easier to get going than it is with some other brokers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/m1-finance\" style=\"background-color:#446bca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Check out M1 Finance<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n    <div id=\"callout-box-block_6398ac7e94f79dbbb7d7bf1531f31116\" class=\"callout-box promo\">\n        <div class=\"callout-box__icon-wrapper\">\n            <svg focusable=\"false\" class=\"callout-box__icon promo\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                <path d=\"M21.41 11.58l-9-9C12.05 2.22 11.55 2 11 2H4c-1.1 0-2 .9-2 2v7c0 .55.22 1.05.59 1.42l9 9c.36.36.86.58 1.41.58.55 0 1.05-.22 1.41-.59l7-7c.37-.36.59-.86.59-1.41 0-.55-.23-1.06-.59-1.42zM5.5 7C4.67 7 4 6.33 4 5.5S4.67 4 5.5 4 7 4.67 7 5.5 6.33 7 5.5 7z\"><\/path>            <\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"callout-box__content\"><p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Invest in Yourself First<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Before putting money to work, it helps to understand where money and opportunity are actually moving. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/masterclass-investing-class\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>MasterClass<\/strong><\/a> offers classes from leading economists on wealth-building and economic trends \u2014 a small investment that tends to pay off across every other one on this list. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wallstreetzen.com\/go\/masterclass-investing-class\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Learn more \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.qb15l3580o02\"><strong>Final Word: Best Investments for Beginners <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whew, that was a lot to cover. The bottom line is that investing for beginners doesn\u2019t have to be as daunting as it seems at first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting slowly with investment staples like index funds, CDs, and high-yield savings accounts makes it easy to dip your toes in the water without getting in over your head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019re comfortable with the basics, spreading out to invest in more interesting things like artwork through Masterworks or real estate is a great way to give your portfolio some more upside potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having some more interesting investments in your portfolio makes it easier to stick with your plan long-term, and that\u2019s the ultimate key to success as an investor.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-code-snippets-content\"><div class=\"disclaimer\">\r\nThis article is sponsored by Masterworks, LLC. See important disclosures at masterworks.com\/cd.\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-faq-schema-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>FAQs:<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-faq-schema-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>What are the best investments for beginners?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The best investments for beginners are high-yield savings accounts, CDs, stocks, and an alternative asset like art. Investing in those assets will give you exposure to the fundamentals of investing and teach you how to make trades, preserve capital, and speculate for some higher returns.<\/p>\n<p>They will also give you experience using online investment platforms, which will be useful as you spread out and consider other types of investments.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>What is the best stock investment for beginners?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The best stock investment for beginners is an index fund. Index funds are exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that derive their price from a collection of individual stocks.<\/p>\n<p>This gives you automatic diversification, so you don\u2019t have to agonize over picking individual stocks yourself.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>What is the best thing to invest in first?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The best thing to invest in first is a broad market index fund. Doing so will give you experience using online investing software and teach you the basics of how investing works.<\/p>\n<p>It will also teach you the benefit of being consistent since putting money in an index fund regularly will quickly show you the value of compounding interest.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>How should a beginner start investing?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>An investing beginner should start investing by signing up for an online broker and buying a few shares of a broad market index fund.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a low-risk strategy that doesn\u2019t require a lot of skill or knowledge and is the core pillar of many timeless investment strategies.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The world of investments is vast. Navigating it as a beginner can be daunting. Where should you start? Stocks? Bonds? Index funds? What about an automated investing platform? 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