The Complete Beginner's Guide to Investing with Small Amounts
Your journey to financial freedom starts with just $25. This comprehensive guide proves that anyone regardless of income level can begin building wealth with small, consistent investments.
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US Investment Account Types You Need to Know
The US offers several tax-advantaged accounts that can supercharge your small investments:
401(k)
$23,000/year + employer match
Roth IRA
$7,000/year tax-free growth
Traditional IRA
$7,000/year + tax deduction
Taxable Account
Unlimited contributions
US Investment Platforms for Small Amounts
• Vanguard
• Fidelity
• Charles Schwab
• Robinhood
• M1 Finance
The Power of Starting Early vs. Waiting
Sarah (The Early Starter)
- • Starts investing $100/month at age 22
- • Invests for 10 years, then stops completely
- • Total invested: $12,000
Result at age 62: $130,489
Mike (The Late Starter)
- • Starts investing $100/month at age 32
- • Invests for 30 years until retirement
- • Total invested: $36,000
Result at age 62: $117,199
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