1. Personal Finance: Another Perspective Investments 1: Before you Invest
2. Objectives A. Know what to do before you invest B. Understand the ten principles of successful investing C. Understand the major asset classes D. Review the risk and return history of the major asset classes
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6. Before You Invest: The Hourglass Top 4. Have you written down your personal goals, do you live on a budget, and do you have a well-written investment plan? If you can answer these affirmatively, you are ready to invest ! 3. Are you out of high-interest rate credit card and consumer debt? 2. Do you have adequate health and life insurance? 1. Are your priorities in order and are you “square” with the Lord?