FA Mod 13 Investing in your Future

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True or false:Investing involves risking money to potentially gain a profitable return.

True (A)

Mutual funds offer diversification, but can have expensive ______.

management fees

What is investing?

  • The act of spending money on luxury items.
  • The act of giving money away to charity.
  • The act of saving money for a rainy day.
  • The act of risking money to gain a profitable return. (correct)

True or false: ROI stands for Real Estate Ownership.

<p>False (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The optimal strategy is to max out the most tax advantageous account first (Roth IRA), then contribute to ______ and standard investment account.

<p>401(k)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is ROI?

<p>The profit gained from an investment. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Both 401(k) and IRA have penalties for ______ withdrawal.

<p>early</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should investments aim to do?

<p>Stay ahead of inflation and accumulate wealth for retirement. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Investments should aim to accumulate wealth for retirement and stay behind inflation.

<p>False (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The stock market has returned an average of 10% per year for the last ______ years.

<p>50</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two common types of investments?

<p>Real estate and equities/securities. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Real estate and equities/securities are two common types of investments.

<p>True (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a form of real estate investment that builds wealth?

<p>Homeownership. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Risk tolerance should be higher for ______ investors.

<p>younger</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Homeownership is not a form of real estate investment.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Rental properties cannot be lucrative investments.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Day trading and investing in unregulated securities like cryptocurrencies is risky and can lead to financial ______.

<p>losses</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why can rental properties be lucrative investments?

<p>Due to passive income, equity, and borrowing potential. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consistent year over year results are important for ______ planning.

<p>retirement</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are mutual funds?

<p>Investment vehicles that offer diversification. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Mutual funds offer diversification, but can have expensive management fees.

<p>True (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Investing early and consistently does not allow for the benefits of compounding.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the optimal strategy for investing in tax-advantaged accounts?

<p>Max out most tax-advantaged account first (Roth IRA), then contribute to 401(k) and standard investment account. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

It's important to invest in yourself and your ______.

<p>future</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: 401(k) and IRA are investments themselves.

<p>False (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of compound interest?

<p>It allows for exponential growth of investments over time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Financial awareness and ______ building are important.

<p>wealth</p> Signup and view all the answers

It's never too late to start ______.

<p>investing</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Day trading and investing in unregulated securities like cryptocurrencies is not risky.

<p>False (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's hope for the series?

<p>To raise awareness and inspire action. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

  • Investing is the act of risking money to gain a profitable return.
  • Return on investment (ROI) is the profit gained from an investment.
  • Investments should aim to stay ahead of inflation and accumulate wealth for retirement.
  • Real estate and equities/securities are two common types of investments.
  • Homeownership is a form of real estate investment that builds wealth.
  • Rental properties can be lucrative investments due to passive income, equity, and borrowing potential.
  • Equity/securities investing involves buying shares in companies or mutual funds.
  • Mutual funds offer diversification, but can have expensive management fees.
  • Investing early and consistently allows for the benefits of compounding.
  • Investment vehicles can be confusing, but mutual funds are a good entry point for young or beginning investors.
  • 401(k) and IRA are investment vehicles, not investments themselves
  • 401(k) allows tax-deferred contributions and tax payment upon withdrawal at retirement
  • IRA allows after-tax contributions and tax-free withdrawal at retirement
  • Both have penalties for early withdrawal
  • Optimal strategy is to max out most tax advantageous account first (Roth IRA), then contribute to 401(k) and standard investment account
  • Compound interest is important and the stock market has returned an average of 10% per year for the last 50 years
  • Risk tolerance should be higher for younger investors
  • It's important to partner with a qualified investment manager and establish expectations for return on investment
  • Day trading and investing in unregulated securities like cryptocurrencies is risky and can lead to financial losses
  • Consistent year over year results are important for retirement planning
  • It's important to invest in yourself and your future.
  • It's never too late to start investing.
  • Financial awareness and wealth building are important.
  • The author hopes the series raised awareness and inspired action.
  • Congratulations on committing to personal excellence.
  • The author and colleagues at Summit Salon Business Center wish the best on the journey to financial freedom.
  • Thank you for the opportunity to present this information.
  • Take care.

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