You have heard, countless times, how you should invest. But investing is not that straightforward. There are a lot of things included—not to mention the risks.

When it comes to the type of investment to choose, you have tons of options. Everyone you talk to recommends something different, and that can be overwhelming.

Know this: what is a good investment for another person, will not necessarily be a good investment for you.

First, establish your goals, evaluate your assets and then come up with a budget. Find investments in your budget and assess their potential for growth.

Define Your Goals

What kind of investments do you want to get involved in? You can choose from commodities, currency, stocks, mutual funds, bonds, real estate and much more. Any of them can make you money but you have to figure out which one.

You also have to decide why you are investing. Is it for children's college, a house, generational wealth, or retirement?