Investing in stocks requires a commitment of your time and resources. Before plunging into investing in stocks, take a hard look at your understanding of what this means to you and your finances.

Assuming your personal finances in order as described in Take These Steps Before You Begin Investing in Stocks, the following questions raise some important issues.

Should You Own Individual Stocks?

Should you own individual stocks or mutual funds?

Which investment is better for you? For many investors, the answer is both and this article gives some reasons why.

What Are the Differences Between Saving and Investing?

Investors may be confused about the difference between saving and investing.

Where Can You Find Money in Your Budget for Investing?

Here's a simple formula for freeing up money for investing out of your personal budget.

What Is Best Investment You Can Make Today?

It doesn't make sense to invest all of your extra cash, when high-interest debt payments are costing more than most investments earn.

How Would You Survive a Financial Disaster?

Stock investors face many challenges in troubled economies, not the least of which is a financial disaster such as losing a job.

Should You Talk to Children About Money, Stock Market Woes?

Financial problems can put a strain on families and especially children.