Hello, investors! Welcome to episode 324 of The Investing For Beginners Podcast. I'm Dave, here with Andrew. Today, we're answering a listener's question on how to smartly invest $100 a week in top-tier companies like Apple and Google. We're discussing the power of consistent investing, strategic compounding, and aligning your retirement goals with your investment plan. We'll talk about the merits of investing a set amount monthly versus investing as much as you can when you can. Andrew shares his insights on creating a solid checklist for evaluating businesses, while I weigh in on when to sell stocks based on business fundamentals. Expect to learn about crafting your own investing checklist with tips from investment legends, dive into the complexities of capital gains taxes, and the significance of getting professional tax and investment advice. Don’t miss our thoughts on diversification and the stress of frequent stock picking. Ready to boost your investing IQ? Let's jump into the mix! 00:00 Retirement costs vary based on lifestyle choices. 04:47 Consistency in investing is key for progress. 06:53 Monthly stock picking provides valuable research time. 12:22 Microsoft acquired Activision Blizzard in all-cash deal. 16:05 Broker helps simplify capital gains tax process. 19:23 Key questions drive understanding of Amazon business. 21:11 Understanding business models simplifies complex technology. 27:17 Evaluating investments: checklist, numbers, business dynamics, competition. 31:42 Focus on business fundamentals for investment decisions. 33:22 Balancing opportunities while avoiding constant change. 36:26 Prioritize risk factors to identify opportunities faster. For more insight like this into investing and stock selection for beginners, visit stockmarketpdf.com Find great investments at Value Spotlight Have questions? Send them to [email protected] Today's episode is sponsored by: Get a 30-day free trial at www.shipstation.com/investing. Thanks to ShipStation for sponsoring the show! Get 55% off at Babbel.com/BEGINNERS. SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW Apple | Spotify | Google | Amazon | Tunein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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