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How to Invest Money: A Step-by-Step Guide

By Matthew Frankel, CFPUpdated Oct 13, 2025 at 9:19 AM | Fact-checked by Frank Bass

Key Points

  • Identify your investment style to determine active or passive investment methods.
  • Assess financial readiness by establishing an emergency fund and resolving high-interest debts.
  • Determine risk tolerance to balance potential returns against comfortable risk levels.

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