If you're planning to invest in stocks, there are a few different ways to get started. Here's what to know now.

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First, let's look at how many shares you can buy. Assuming your broker doesn't charge commissions for stock trades (online brokers typically don't), calculating the number of shares you can buy ...

With the rise of online brokers, stock trading is open to everyone ... on portfolio building and risk management. How do I know when to buy or sell stocks? Look for undervalued stocks when ...

The stock is not a buy at anywhere near $450 per share -- at least not until the financial fundamentals justify it.

Kiplinger's annual investing outlook, which includes the best stocks to buy, has been a feature for our readers since 2012. As executive editor for Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine, I have ...