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Investing in stocks

One of the simplest and most accessible ways to invest in America is through the stock market. Stocks represent ownership in businesses, giving investors a stake in the profits and growth of the companies they choose to support.

Under Trump’s presidency, certain sectors are expected to thrive. For instance, his support for domestic energy production and reduced environmental regulations could benefit companies involved in oil, natural gas and coal. Investors might consider established energy giants to tap into this opportunity.

Another area to watch is infrastructure and construction. Trump has consistently advocated for massive infrastructure projects, which could create opportunities in companies specializing in building materials, construction equipment, and transportation services.

Financial services might also benefit from deregulation efforts, particularly in banking and investment sectors, which could see reduced restrictions and potentially higher profits.

To make informed decisions, platforms like Moby, an investment research service, can be invaluable.

Founded by former hedge fund analysts, Moby offers individual stock picks and insights and has already helped over five million users identify high-potential investments before they deliver multibagger returns. Over the past four years, Moby’s stock picks have outperformed the S&P 500 by an impressive average of 11.95%.

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Investing in ETFs

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) offer an easy and diversified way to invest in the U.S. economy. Unlike individual stocks, which tie your investment to a single company, ETFs bundle together multiple stocks, helping you spread risk across a broader portfolio.

For investors looking to capitalize on opportunities in America under Trump’s presidency, sector-specific ETFs can be worth a look.

For example, energy-focused ETFs can give you exposure to oil, natural gas, and other domestic energy industries, while infrastructure ETFs target companies in construction, engineering, and transportation.

Additionally, broad market ETFs, such as those tracking the S&P 500 Index, allow investors to participate in the overall growth of the U.S. stock market without picking individual winners and losers.

In fact, investing legend Warren Buffett has often championed the simplicity and reliability of index investing, famously saying, “In my view, for most people, the best thing to do is own the S&P 500 index fund.”

The beauty of this approach is its accessibility — anyone, regardless of wealth, can take advantage of it. Even small amounts can grow over time with tools like Acorns, a popular app that automatically invests your spare change.

Signing up for Acorns takes just minutes: link your cards, and Acorns will round up each purchase to the nearest dollar, investing the difference — your spare change — into a diversified portfolio.

With Acorns, you can invest in an S&P 500 ETF with as little as $5 — and, if you sign up today, Acorns will add a $20 bonus to help you begin your investment journey.

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Investing in real estate

The U.S. is currently facing a significant housing shortage. An analysis by Zillow published in June estimated the housing shortage to be 4.5 million homes as of 2022.

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell addressed the crisis in September, pointing to the core issue: “The real issue with housing is that we have had, and are on track to continue to have, not enough housing.”

For investors, the housing supply gap presents a unique opportunity to invest in America. This trend transcends political administrations — no matter who is in the White House, people will always need a place to live.

While high home prices and elevated mortgage rates have made buying a home more challenging for individuals, you don’t need to purchase a property outright to invest in U.S. real estate.

Crowdfunding platforms like Arrived have simplified the process, enabling everyday investors to own shares in rental properties without the large down payments or management headaches typically associated with owning real estate.

Through Arrived, you can invest in shares of rental homes with as little as $100, all without the hassle of mowing lawns, fixing leaky faucets or handling difficult tenants.

The process is simple: browse a curated selection of homes that have been vetted for their appreciation and income potential. Once you find a property you like, select the number of shares you’d like to purchase, and then sit back as you start receiving rental income deposits from your investment.

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Another option is First National Realty Partners (FNRP), which targets necessity-based commercial real estate.

The platform lets accredited investors own a share of institutional-quality properties leased by national brands like Whole Foods, CVS, Kroger and Walmart. Investors can enjoy the potential to collect stable, grocery store-anchored income every quarter.

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Jing Pan Investment Reporter

Jing is an investment reporter for MoneyWise. He is an avid advocate of investing for passive income. Despite the ups and downs he’s been through with the markets, Jing believes that you can generate a steadily increasing income stream by investing in high quality companies.

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