Investing

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7 Best Short-Term Investments for Growing Your Money

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How to Start Investing: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide (2025)

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How to Invest $100 for Maximum Return

Investing App Reviews

Robinhood

Invest in stocks, options, and ETFs and crypto at your pace and commission-free. New users can start with as little as $1, earn 3% APY on cash balances, and get a free stock valued between $5 and $200 upon deposit.

Acorns

When it comes to round-up investing apps, Acorns is among the best in the business. It’s easy to use, has an excellent education platform for new investors, and simple, straightforward fees.

Fundrise

Fundrise is a real estate crowdfunding company founded in 2012. Its main products are eREITs and eFunds. They allow the average investor to access broader portfolios of real estate assets by purchasing shares. With just $500 you can invest in a starter portfolio of private real estate deals.