Stocks Market Exchange: Practice & Research

   Those are just some of the things you are going to need if you want to be successful.  To get the swing of things you are going to need some practice.  Stock simulators are good for this, and can be a useful tool if you want to just "test it out".  Think of it as dipping your toes in the water, if it's to cold or hot, don't go swimming.  If the temperature, or the stock market in our case, is right for you - dive in.  A good simulator to try can be found:
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   Research can be done anywhere from a computer.  Research how the market works, the basic components, and try out the simulator.  Then move on to the advanced components and try out the simulator again, and again until you have a handle on it.  Research can also be done on companies you are thinking of investing.  Check the business section of news sites and even your newspaper.  Know what your investments are doing, keep an eye on the company you chose!