How to buy stocks – Forbes Advisor
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Whether you’re trying to build an investing empire on individual stocks, hoping to get ahead of the next r/wallstreetbets GameStop-style run or just looking to play around with stocks for fun, it’s easier to get started than you think. These are the five steps you need to take.
1. Open an Online Brokerage Account
The first step to buying individual stocks is opening a brokerage account. Think of it as a specialized bank account for your investments. Unlike your checking account, a brokerage account allows you to convert your cash into various investments like…
