10 Common Investing Mistakes To Avoid | Investing Basics For Beginners

Even experienced investors make mistakes. Not because they don’t know enough… but because money has a way of triggering very human decisions.

In this episode of Moneywise, Virat and Rachita break down the 10 most common investing mistakes that almost everyone falls for, from beginners starting out to long-term investors who think they’ve seen it all.

These are the small slip-ups that can quietly derail your long-term investing journey.

In this episode, we cover:
• Beginner investing mistakes that most people repeat
• The “I’ll time the market” trap
• Overreacting to short-term noise
• Chasing hype instead of having a plan
• Ignoring diversification and risk
• Common investing mistakes to avoid even after years of experience

Chapters:

00:00 Intro
01:40 Chasing Top Performers
02:20 Panic Selling
02:29 Too Many Funds
03:23 Relying on Forwards
04:00 Checking Portfolio Everyday
04:43 Not Setting Goals
05:00 Timing the Market
05:29 No Emergency Fund
06:00 Tax Considerations
07:54 Recap

Whether you’re new to investing or already investing through mutual funds, this episode is a reminder that investing is less about being perfect… and more about avoiding the obvious errors.

Watch till the end and see how many of these mistakes you’ve caught yourself making.

This content is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice.
Mutual Fund investments are subject to market risks, read all scheme related documents carefully.