How to invest your first $1,000

Mint

Good investing starts by understanding how much money you have and how much money you typically spend. There are a number of different budgeting software products that will help you manage this automatically, but Mint is a great place to start.

“Saving for an Emergency”

After you understand your spending, your first investment should be to prepare for an emergency. This article from Wells Fargo provides some useful pointers on how much you need to save to start.

"Roth IRA: How They Work, Rules to Know, Where to Begin"

People often ask me where to invest their savings. Obviously, the answer depends on your particular situation, but a Roth IRA—a retirement account that offers certain tax advantages—is often a sound choice. This article from NerdWallet provides a good overview of what a Roth IRA is and how to get going with one.

Find Top-Rated South Bend Financial Advisors

If you want to take a more personal approach to investing, hire a good financial advisor. As someone in the business myself, I’m able to give clients personalized insight into how they can best achieve their financial goals. This list will help you find someone right here in South Bend who’s right for you.

Warren Buffett's Letters

Warren Buffett, also known as the “Oracle of Omaha,” is the grandfather of all investing advice. Every year, he publishes a shareholder letter expressing his views on the market. Going back through the archives will give you some sound financial insight.

Financial Literacy

Ivy Tech has some great, free resources on financial literacy. Whether you want to learn about borrowing money, credit or mortgages, these videos can give you some insight into the basics.