Investing shouldn't be like work. Investing should be simple and uncomplicated. Many investors who fail very well might become more successful if they avoided chasing after the latest, greatest trend and instead headed in a different direction with their portfolio. It is natural to want to be successful and to desire to follow the success that others are having in the market but often this attitude leads to emotional investing filled with desperation and greed as you search for that opportunity that is about to become breaking news.
A more simple approach and one that is more natural in both planning and execution might suit you better. By stepping too far outside of your comfort zone with an investment you waste a lot of time. When you first find out about an opportunity it is going to take time to research the market, company or type of investment. You could just jump in with both feet but often this is a foolish move and money is lost. Researching and becoming knowledgeable about a certain type of investment wastes time and often once you are comfortable with the investment, that opportunity has passed.
To make things more enjoyable and more profitable, it might be wise to chose a market or niche that you have some interest in already. Being able to avoid much of the time it takes to get up to speed and make heads or tails of what is actually going on can be avoided. If you already have some specialized knowledge or background in a market then you will be ahead of the game. Doing further research is quick and easy and you'll actually be enjoying this process rather than feeling like you have homework that you need to do every night.
As an example, let's just say that someone tells you that it's a great time to buy gold. You know nothing about the gold market. Unless you have always had a desire to invest in gold then you're going to be slow to make a decision and you're going to hate all the work involved in this one simple decision. Looking at charts and trends and forecasts will bore you to death and you will lose interest rather quickly. Even though it is often recommended that you invest without emotion, the decision to go in or pass on the investment is where the emotion should be absent. You should still have some passion and desire to learn more and become knowledgeable about those things that you are putting your money into. If the knowledge and interest is already there then that is great. Your portfolio will reflect your interests and passions.
Next, make sure that what you're hoping to invest in actually has some value either real or perceived. Knowing the true value of things that interest you comes into play at this point. Having knowledge that the general public might now hold can help you to find things of value that are overlooked by the typical person.
Finding a rare antique at a flea market or a rare collectible car advertised in the newspaper are two examples of where you might have information that most people lack. If you follow gold prices or if you have an interest in a particular company that you have been watching for some time, you are more qualified to make a decision about investing in these vehicles than other people might be. You'll know things and see trends that might be hidden from someone that isn't interested in these things.
Everybody knows that a true investment is one that you can buy at discounted price and then sell later at a higher price. This is the whole focus of investing and it is the only way that we make a profit. You have knowledge of the market and you know the value of things so you will know when you have found a good deal or not. While it might be tempting to become emotionally attached to something like a painting or a car, you should try to remove as much emotion from your decision as possible. If the price is simply too high and you are doubtful that you will be able to turn a profit then you have to pass on that opportunity. Wait until a later date and a better opportunity will come along. Also, removing emotion when it's time to cash out is another place where you need to remove emotion when it comes to your investment. Don't worry. There will be another opportunity coming along before you know it.
Knowing when to sell is every bit as important as knowing when to buy. Knowing when to cash out and move your dollars from an investment that has served you well into a new opportunity is the sign of a wise investor. You did good. You found a bargain and knowing when the value has peaked is also a part of the game. Long term investing is great and it is how you should look at each opportunity but when the time comes, don't allow your emotional attachment to a stock or a part of your portfolio to overcome your sense of reason. You can even set a goal beforehand and once that goal is reached you will execute the sale without emotion or doubt.
Putting your interests, likes, dislikes and temperament into your investment portfolio is a wise move. It makes the entire process easier, more fun and often highly profitable. Investing in companies, product or vehicles that you use, believe in and enjoy just makes sense. You will be more likely to keep a watchful eye on your portfolio and finding new opportunities won't be like work. It will be like fun. Also, when you're investing based upon what you like there often isn't a bad investment. That piece of art or antique car that you bought can be enjoyed both during the time that you're waiting for the opportunity to sell but also if you never sell it, you will always have that material possession to enjoy. This is called a winning investment either way.
A more simple approach and one that is more natural in both planning and execution might suit you better. By stepping too far outside of your comfort zone with an investment you waste a lot of time. When you first find out about an opportunity it is going to take time to research the market, company or type of investment. You could just jump in with both feet but often this is a foolish move and money is lost. Researching and becoming knowledgeable about a certain type of investment wastes time and often once you are comfortable with the investment, that opportunity has passed.
To make things more enjoyable and more profitable, it might be wise to chose a market or niche that you have some interest in already. Being able to avoid much of the time it takes to get up to speed and make heads or tails of what is actually going on can be avoided. If you already have some specialized knowledge or background in a market then you will be ahead of the game. Doing further research is quick and easy and you'll actually be enjoying this process rather than feeling like you have homework that you need to do every night.
As an example, let's just say that someone tells you that it's a great time to buy gold. You know nothing about the gold market. Unless you have always had a desire to invest in gold then you're going to be slow to make a decision and you're going to hate all the work involved in this one simple decision. Looking at charts and trends and forecasts will bore you to death and you will lose interest rather quickly. Even though it is often recommended that you invest without emotion, the decision to go in or pass on the investment is where the emotion should be absent. You should still have some passion and desire to learn more and become knowledgeable about those things that you are putting your money into. If the knowledge and interest is already there then that is great. Your portfolio will reflect your interests and passions.
Next, make sure that what you're hoping to invest in actually has some value either real or perceived. Knowing the true value of things that interest you comes into play at this point. Having knowledge that the general public might now hold can help you to find things of value that are overlooked by the typical person.
Finding a rare antique at a flea market or a rare collectible car advertised in the newspaper are two examples of where you might have information that most people lack. If you follow gold prices or if you have an interest in a particular company that you have been watching for some time, you are more qualified to make a decision about investing in these vehicles than other people might be. You'll know things and see trends that might be hidden from someone that isn't interested in these things.
Everybody knows that a true investment is one that you can buy at discounted price and then sell later at a higher price. This is the whole focus of investing and it is the only way that we make a profit. You have knowledge of the market and you know the value of things so you will know when you have found a good deal or not. While it might be tempting to become emotionally attached to something like a painting or a car, you should try to remove as much emotion from your decision as possible. If the price is simply too high and you are doubtful that you will be able to turn a profit then you have to pass on that opportunity. Wait until a later date and a better opportunity will come along. Also, removing emotion when it's time to cash out is another place where you need to remove emotion when it comes to your investment. Don't worry. There will be another opportunity coming along before you know it.
Knowing when to sell is every bit as important as knowing when to buy. Knowing when to cash out and move your dollars from an investment that has served you well into a new opportunity is the sign of a wise investor. You did good. You found a bargain and knowing when the value has peaked is also a part of the game. Long term investing is great and it is how you should look at each opportunity but when the time comes, don't allow your emotional attachment to a stock or a part of your portfolio to overcome your sense of reason. You can even set a goal beforehand and once that goal is reached you will execute the sale without emotion or doubt.
Putting your interests, likes, dislikes and temperament into your investment portfolio is a wise move. It makes the entire process easier, more fun and often highly profitable. Investing in companies, product or vehicles that you use, believe in and enjoy just makes sense. You will be more likely to keep a watchful eye on your portfolio and finding new opportunities won't be like work. It will be like fun. Also, when you're investing based upon what you like there often isn't a bad investment. That piece of art or antique car that you bought can be enjoyed both during the time that you're waiting for the opportunity to sell but also if you never sell it, you will always have that material possession to enjoy. This is called a winning investment either way.
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