If you're new to investing, it can look pretty complicated. But it doesn't need to be. The editors at MSN Money have put together A Beginner's Guide to Investing to take you, one step at a time, from determining your investing budget, to deciding what to buy. To start putting your money to work, click a step below.
How much to invest? Your investment strategy will depend partly on how much you want to invest.
The one-fund option For some, one mutual fund is plenty to get started as an investor.
Build a portfolio Others may want to choose a variety of mutual funds to cover all their investing bases.
Follow a guru For a more active approach to investing, let an expert guide your steps.
