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Are you smiling cheek to cheek?

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More likely youre wearing a slight grimace or a downright frown.

Investing is a high-stakes necessity, and it can make people oh-so-very serious.

Investing doesnt have to be all work and no play.

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If youre wanting to build wealth, consider the following six surprising waysyou can make investing fun.

Frame It as a Learning Adventure

You should never invest in anything before learning all about it.

This in itself can be exciting.

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The challenge made the process more engaging, and the small victories motivated me.

I remember the first time I invested in a company I was very excited about, Carpenter said.

It isnt just about the potential financial return; I feel like Im part of something bigger.

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Micro-investing allows you to start small, really small, said Carpenter.

He continued, With micro-investing, even your spare change can turn into a small wallet over time.

There are many resources that make financial education challenging as well as fun, Carpenter noted.

Plus, its much more enjoyable than digging through manuals or heavy articles.

Make It Social

Investment doesnt have to be a solitary activity.

you’re free to do it with others and make it a lot more fun.

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