Would like to buy apple shares.

[Datalink]

Hi Everyone,

I'm intrested in buying Apple shares, but I don't know where to start. I have heard of online trading website like Ameritrade, but aren't sure if that's the way to go for a beginner like me. Any help would be greatly appreciated.


Datalink

[mac-er]

Hi Everyone,

I'm intrested in buying Apple shares, but I don't know where to start. I have heard of online trading website like Ameritrade, but aren't sure if that's the way to go for a beginner like me. Any help would be greatly appreciated.


Datalink

If you are beginner investor, you should consider investing in a more diversified investment like a mutual fund to protect against market risk. With that being said, Apple doesn't have a direct share purchase program. Open an account at a brokerage house like TD Ameritrade and purchase the stock through there.

[CalBoy]

Look for a brokerage that offers cheap trades. Online ones linked to a checking account are best. Scottrade is a good one, I think their trades are as low as $7. Check it out (http://www.scottrade.com/).

However, like the other poster, I must warn you. Putting all your eggs in one basket, even if it's Apple, is not a good idea. Do some research before you put your money into the market. Pick a few companies that have good potential and good backgrounds. I also advise against buying right now, as the sub-prime mortagage industry isn't done messing with the market. It looks ok now, but this is the eye of the storm. Be weary.

[tomoisyourgod]

I looked into this a while back, buying shares in general, not just Apple...

It's recommended to buy into at least 5 or 7 companies, not just 1

Infact there's simulators you can play on, last year I did well on buying $30,000 worth of Intel shares... if only if it was real!!

[J@ffa]

Infact there's simulators you can play on, last year I did well on buying $30,000 worth of Intel shares... if only if it was real!!

Which would you recommend?