Investing 101
Learn the investing basics with low fear and high clarity.
Course Lessons
Understanding Interest
Master simple interest, compound interest, and APY so you can see how money grows—or how debt grows—over time with real numbers.
Saving and Investing
Learn how regular saving and investing over time can grow into substantial amounts, using simple ideas like present value and annuities.
Borrowing Money
Understand how loans, mortgages, credit cards, and payday loans really work so you can compare costs and avoid the most dangerous options.
Understanding Taxes and Federal Revenue
Learn the basics of how income taxes, payroll taxes, and deductions work so you can better understand your paycheck and plan ahead.
Smart Budgeting
Go beyond basic budgeting and learn practical frameworks like the 50/30/20 rule, plus spreadsheet and tracking strategies that actually work long term.
Investment Basics for Beginners
Start your investing journey with confidence by learning key ideas like risk vs return, time horizon, and diversification.
Understanding Stocks and Bonds
Learn the fundamental differences between stocks and bonds, and how they work together in a simple investment portfolio.
Index Funds vs. Individual Stocks
Discover why low-cost, diversified index funds are often recommended for most investors instead of picking individual stocks.