Stock Market 101: From Bull and Bear Markets to Dividends, Shares, and Margins-Your Essential Guide to the Stock Market

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Full of easy-to-understand definitions, tips, and real life examples, this book contains all you need to know about buying and selling stocks! Investing for the first time can be intimidating. In easy-to-understand language, Stock Market 101 provides the groundwork needed to begin building knowledge on the stock market. It cuts out the boring explanations of basic investing, and instead provides hands-on lessons that keep you engaged as you learn how to build a portfolio and expand your wealth. Full of basic definitions and real life examples, Stock Market 101 will alleviate any uneasy or overwhelmed feelings during your first steps toward your investment goals. From bull markets to bear markets to sideways markets, this primer is packed with hundreds of entertaining tidbits and concepts that you won't be able to get anywhere else. So whether you're looking to master the major principles of stock market investing or just want to learn more about how the market shifts over time, Stock Market 101 has all the answers-even the ones you didn't know you were looking for.

Michele Cagan is a CPA, author, and financial mentor. With more than twenty years of experience, she offers unique insights into personal financial planning, from breaking out of debt and minimizing taxes, to maximizing income and building wealth. Michele has written numerous articles and books about personal finance, investing, and accounting, including The Infographic Guide to Personal Finance, Investing 101, Stock Market 101, and Financial Words You Should Know. In addition to her financial know-how, Michele has a not-so-secret love of painting, Star Wars, and chocolate. She lives in Maryland with her son, dogs, cats, and koi. Get more financial guidance from Michele by visiting SingleMomCPA.com.

"If one of your personal goals this year is to learn more about investing, you'll definitely want to check out Cagan's Stock Market 101 ... .She's at her inspirational best when taking on the narrative voice of wise, encouraging mentor ... .You'll find yourself learning more than you may have expected. Read Stock Market 101 if You've been too overwhelmed by just the thought of educating yourself about investing to even choose a book to try first." -Better Investing Magazine "Investing can be intimidating and scary, but Michele Cagan simplifies everything with easy-to-comprehend examples... great for novices." -Business Insider "Easy to comprehend." -Business Insider