Discussion Post
In this discussion, you will have an opportunity to make connections between your prior knowledge and the new content you are learning. Consider the new content about stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and other investment types as you respond to this discussion prompt.
You considered how much money you might need in retirement. You will learn about investment options to help you save for the future. Consider the investment options discussed (stocks, bonds, mutual funds, real estate).
Respond to at least three of the following questions in a minimum of 175 words:
a) How might this concepts from Chapters 12 and 13 be important to your personal finances? Why would you want to know more about this?
b) How would you choose to invest your retirement savings (stocks, bonds, mutual funds, other)? Why did you choose that option(s)?
c) What are the advantages of investing in mutual funds?
d) In the Learning Path, watch "Demonstration Problem Video 12.1: Comparing Returns on Different Stocks" in WileyPLUS. Section 12.1 of Personal Finance discusses measures to evaluate common stocks. Which do you think is best to compare companies? Why?
e) Section 13.1 of Personal Finance lists types of investment companies that offer mutual funds. Which of these would be of most interest to you? Why?
The response should include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.