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7 Ways to Invest $1,000

Learn the best investment strategies and how to decide which is best for you.

By Jason Hall – Updated Aug 20, 2025 at 12:21PM | Fact-checked by Frank Bass

Key Points

  • High savings account rates offer a stable start, even as interest rates may drop.
  • Max out your 401(k) contributions to leverage employer matches and tax benefits.
  • Opening an IRA helps in tax-saving and long-term wealth, with $7,000 yearly limit.

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