We Are Start Smart

We believe that investing should begin earlier than college. There are high-income earners that live stress-filled lives because their money is constantly melting away, and there are those who earn much less but are SMART about how they allocate their money. Learning to invest from a young age has proven benefits to success later in life. The best time to start is now!

Learn About Investing with Start Smart

Welcome to the Learn About section of Start Smart… your go-to place for building financial confidence before you graduate high school.

We believe smart investing isn't just for adults with suits and briefcases. It's for anyone who wants to grow their money over time, even if you're just starting out.

What is Investing?

Investing means putting your money into something (like stocks, bonds, or real estate) with the goal of making more money in the future. Instead of just saving, investing gives your money the chance to grow.

Think of it like planting a tree: you start with a tiny seed (your money), water it regularly (make smart choices), and with time and patience, it grows into something bigger (wealth!).

Why Learn Now?

The earlier you start learning about investing, the more time your money has to grow. That’s thanks to something called compound interest a powerful tool that can make a huge difference by the time you're an adult.

Learning now means:

  • You’ll make smarter decisions with your money

  • You’ll avoid common beginner mistakes

  • You’ll be ahead of 95% of your peers

What You’ll Learn Here

At Start Smart, we break investing down into fun, easy-to-follow lessons. Some of the key topics include:

  • Money Basics: Learn the difference between saving and investing, budgeting, and building habits.

  • How Stocks Work: What is a stock? What does it mean to own a piece of a company?

  • Risk vs. Reward: Why some investments grow faster (but come with more risk), and how to balance it.

  • Diversification: Don’t put all your eggs in one basket!

  • How to Start: Simple ways you can invest with just a few dollars using apps or mock portfolios.

Interactive Lessons + Real Examples

We use:

  • Short videos

  • Action Steps

  • Step-by-step walkthroughs of apps and tools

No Fluff. No Pressure.

This is a judgment-free zone. You don’t need a lot of money or experience to start, just curiosity and a willingness to learn.

Let’s build your future one smart decision at a time.
Start Smart. Grow Big.