I don't know much about investing, but I'd like to buy a few shares of Apple stock (probably about 500.00 worth). I know thats a small amount but I am still working my way through college. Can anyone tell me the best way to go about this? Thanks
gwuMACaddict said:use your parents broker- they'll have a better working relationship and most likely wont charge as much
you ought to think about a mutual fund instead, most funds only have a $1000 minimum
I don't think it'll help you with Apple or Pixar, but many companies offer a DRIP for small investors. DRIP stands for Dividend ReInvestment Plan. Basically, you send them some money and they buy the shares for you. Any dividends the stock pays out gets reinvested in the company. If you want to sell, you must tell them in writing, so you won't be able to day trade.silverback66 said:I can't seem to find anyplace where I can get in for under 1000.00. I was hoping to get some stock before the intel macs come out, but I might have to wait. I also wanted to invest in Pixar before Cars came out. Hmm...any other ideas?
silverback66 said:Alright, I'm up and running! I went with sharebuilder. Seems perfect for me right now. This is exciting. I've never owned any stock before. Now I'm literally personally invested in apple.
silverback66 said:But has it been insanely great?
runninmac said:I use my parents broker... AKA my dad. I put $250 in Apple about 3/4 a year ago and now im up to $720 if I was to sell right now. Pretty good deal if you ask me .