The Broke Scholar’s Guide to Investing Basics” is all about money smarts and making your cash work for you. This book will discuss how college students handle their money and achieve financial freedom. The project will address some myths people might have about saving and investing.

Before this book, many may have thought saving money was tough, especially for students who love spending. However, this book aims to change that mindset by making financial investing interesting for college students and young adults. This book aims to show that investing can be a good way to reach financial freedom, even if you’re just starting out.

The project addresses the problem of financial illiteracy among college students, a common issue worsened by the lack of formal education opportunities on financial topics. Anecdotal evidence and previous research support this need, indicating that many young individuals struggle with financial responsibility.

In the first section of the book, you will learn about the foundations of finance, including the concept of the “financial freedom objective,” big-picture opportunities, and personal finance statements. In the second section, you will learn about some of the fundamental concepts in finance, such as the time value of money (TVM), investment portfolios, and saving and investing money. Finally, in the third section, we will talk about financial security, including credit cards and loans, life insurance, retirement funds, and avoiding scams.