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Don't Make Large Bets

No matter how confident and involved you get with your investments, stay well-balanced and diversified.  Don't make large bets on any stock, sector, or other investment.  Large bets can wipe out years of gains in your portfolio overnight.  Trust us, we've all made the mistake of putting too much money into one investment.  Especially when it keeps falling and you think its prospects are so bright. Almost every time we've done this, the stock came out with news that proved the low price right, and left us with a big void in our investment portfolio.  Don't make large bets.  Stay diversified.
The Do's / The Right Path The Don'ts / The Wrong Path
Invest Early Don't Try to Time the Market
Invest Often Don't Trade
Understand the Compounding Effect of Money Don't Procrastinate
Find More Ways to Save Money Don't Give Up
Diversify Your Investments Don't Use Margin
Start With Simple Investments and Expand Don't Chase Hot Stocks or Sectors
Have a Financial Plan Don't Speculate
Manage Investment Expenses and Fees Don't Make Large Bets
Invest to Reduce Taxes Don't Use a Financial Planner
Invest Overseas Don't Be Too Conservative
Stick With It Don't Watch Too Closely
Learn to Do Your Own Research Don't Keep a Loser
Be Objective Don't Use Technical Analysis
Invest Don't Trade Don't Dip Into Your Savings / Investments
Sell if Fundamentals Change