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Just Spending Gets You Nowhere

As a kid, you probably spending all the money you get as fast as you can. By doing this, you also get a 0% return on your money. Besides, who would want that toy you bought after ten years? There’s a better way to spend your money - invest. Let’s learn some concepts.

My parents say that they are making money off their money by investing. I would sure like some more money. How can my money make money?

I know I should set goals in my life and learn how much they cost. How can I set goals? What do they cost?

I hear adults worrying about "the rising cost of living." How does the cost of living rise? How does the cost of living affect whether to invest or not?

I'm eager to make some money. Are there any reasons I shouldn't start investing now?

This investing stuff sounds too good to be true. Constantly making money? Are there any downsides to investing?

Well, I think I'd understand the concept behind investing if there weren't so many terms involved. Do we kids have firsthand experience in investing during our lives--even without knowing it? How can I learn about investing in a simple way?