Tools For Investing Online

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The Opening Bell

Investing online in the stock market is for many a source of income and for others, merely a hobby. In either situation, researching stocks is vital to be successful. For those who have yet to take the plunge the choices can be confusing and for the experienced online trader there are tools that might not have been explored. Here you'll find a selection of educational and functional tools along with some whimsical items.

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Online Investing for Dummies

the basics of online investing

The novice investor probably doesn't even know where to begin. Get started with the basics to build up confidence to make that first online trade.

Investing Online For Dummies

Amazon Price: $2.50 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

* Determine how much you can afford to invest
* Choose an online broker
* Research, trade, and track investments online
* Measure the potential return of a stock
* Maximize your investment knowledge and build a profitable portfolio
* Buy bonds online
* Understand options, commodities, and IPOs

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It's Never Too Early to Start

make more money than your parents ever dreamed of

The Motley Fool Investment Guide for Teens: 8 Steps to Having More Money Than Your Parents Ever Dreamed Of

Amazon Price: $5.99 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

The Investment Guide for Teens written by Tom and Dave Gardner consists of 8 sections of teen-friendly investing tips. Hey kids, start now and you'll have more money than your parents ever dreamed of.

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More Ways to Invest Online

Investing in the stock market isn't the only way to invest online. Listed here are a few alternatives to buying and selling stocks in the stock market.
Foreign Currency Trading
Foreign currency trading at Forex. Their website is chock full of information, they have online training, live chat if you need help and you can open a risk free practice account.
Autograph Investments
Historical or celebrity autographs are a more stable investment than the volatility of the stock market. Visit Fraser's Autographs to get started.
Gold and Silver
At Goldsilver you will learn about investing in gold and silver.

eBay

buy gold on eBay

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eBay

buy silver on eBay

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Magazine Subscriptions

Although there is a great deal of financial information on the internet, a magazine is convenient and can be taken anywhere. Read them on the train or on the beach.
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How About a DRIP

Dividend Reinvestment Plan

An Easy Way to Invest

a little at a time

Dividend Reinvestment Plans (DRIP)
If watching the stock market everyday isn't your cup of tea, consider enrolling in a Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP). Dividend Reinvestment Plans are offered directly from the company issuing the stock, bypassing brokers and commissions. The initial investment is usually low and you can invest as often or seldom as you wish. When a dividend is paid, the company will reinvest your dividend by purchasing a fraction of a share. This is something that builds up over time.

You'll Need a New Computer

Offering plenty of mobile computing power plus room to multitask, study, and play, the Toshiba Satellite L655 (model L655-S5158) offers a generous 15.6-inch display that's great for doing more things at once--handling business at home or in the field, watching movies or playing online RPG games. The L655 is perfect for handling computing essentials at home, school or work--from surfing the Web and downloading video to managing household finances or studying for finals. And its high-gloss Fusion Finish in Helios Black will be sure to raise a few eyebrows.

Toshiba Satellite L655-S5158 15.6-Inch Laptop (Black)

Amazon Price: $494.44 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $749.99

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The Money Class

learn to create your new American dream

Suze Orman, the woman millions of Americans have turned to for financial advice, says it's time for a serious reconsideration of the American Dream-what promise it still holds, what aspects are in need of revision, and how it must be refashioned to fit our lives so that we can once again have faith that our hard work will pay off and that a secure and hopeful future is within our reach.

The Money Class: Learn to Create Your New American Dream

Amazon Price: $2.74 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $26.00

Release Date: 03/08/2011

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Investment Information Websites

educate yourself with information

The internet is flooded with investing and financial websites. This is a list of the websites that educate in an easy to understand format.
The Motley Fool
Brothers Tom and David Gardner named their website after the court jester in Shakespeare's 'As You Like It'. The Motley Fool is both educational and amusing. For those of us who are not investment savvy, they explain what they're talking about and don't assume that we already know. The Motley Fool is a great financial website for the novice investor.
The Street With Jim Cramer
The madman of Wall Street, Jim Cramer follows the stock market on TheStreet and passes his findings on to you. Get free stock quotes, financial news and analysis from stock market pros.
MoneyShow.com: Profitable Advice from Investing and Trading Experts
In-depth articles and video for investors and traders, updated daily and featuring Jim Jubak and hundreds of other top experts discussing market and economic news and opinions, specific stock, fund, and ETF recommendations, global investing, trading ideas and tips, and much more. The Money Show also offers investment seminars, trade shows, Forex trading and investment cruises.
Morningstar
Morningstar provides investment research, including stock and fund analysis, reports, and tools, as well as company, investing, and financial news. Morningstar rates mutual funds with a 5 star system to help with your decision to buy or not to buy.
E*TRADE
If you're just getting started with online investing, E*TRADE can help. For over 25 years, we've been a leader in providing the value, easy-to-use tools, and professional guidance you need to take control of your investments. | E*TRADE FINANCIAL
NASDAQ Online Investing Tools
Online Investing: Here are the top investing tools you need to be successful as an online
investor. Find accurate, up-to-date investment news and tools to help you make sound online investment decisions.
Growth Stock Wire
The Growth Stock Wire daily investment newsletter provides unparalleled pre-market stock analysis to help predict market reactions and highlight daily investment opportunities.

Making Money

You have the fundamentals of online investing down pat, now its time to make money with your newly acquired knowledge. Advice and insight from some of Wall Street's experts can't hurt.
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Kindle

this littlest bookshelf

Read books, newspapers, magazines and blogs all from one tiny bookshelf. Everything from finance to fiction.

Kindle Wireless Reading Device, Free 3G, 6" Display, White - 2nd Generation

Amazon Price: $80.00 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $189.00

Kindle is wireless and ready to use right out of the box-no setup, no cables, no software to install, no computer required. Kindle's screen reflects light like ordinary paper and uses no backlighting, eliminating the glare associated with other electronic displays. As a result, Kindle can be read as easily in bright sunlight as in your living room.

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Whimsy!

We've covered a few educational and functional items, now for some whimsy.

Stock Market Necktie

bulls & bears

BULLS & BEARS STOCK MARKET HandMade Neck Tie .This is a great hand made tie for the business man or any one that follows the stock markets. A bull and a bear are seen roaming over the business pages. A definite conversation piece and a great gift. This is a standard length tie which is 56 inches long and 4 inches wide at the bottom.
The material is 100% polyester ("silk-feel").

NeckTie Bulls & Bears Stock Market Men's Neck Tie

Amazon Price: $14.95 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

Bobblehead

the madman of wall street

Mad Money w/ Jim Cramer Bobblehead

Amazon Price: $22.00 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

For 'sound' advice get Jim Cramer's bobblehead. It plays 'Booyah!' and 'Are You Ready Skee-Daddy'!

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Technical Analysis for Dummies

analyze yourself

Okay, you've learned to research stocks and how to invest but do you understand all that technical jargon? I don't think so. Technical Analysis for Dummies translates the technical language into basic and easy to understand explanations so that you don't have to rely on analysts to make decisions.

Technical Analysis For Dummies

Amazon Price: $6.97 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

* Identify the trends
* Improve your timing
* Never take a big loss again
* Plan the trade from start to finish
* Treat trading and investing as a business
* Learn when to sell

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Pen and Pencil Sets

you'll need to take notes

You will need to take notes and jot down some figures while you're online. Get an attractive pen and pencil set for yourself...they make good gifts too.
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  • Tradeshowhobo May 22, 2012 @ 2:43 pm | delete
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