Suze Orman’s 4 No-Nonsense Investing Rules You Might Not Like

Investment Principles - A good stock is determined by the company's fundamentals, not its price; investors should focus on the quality of the company rather than the stock price when making buy or sell decisions [2][3] - Investors should not feel pressured to sell stocks that have appreciated significantly; the decision to sell should be based on the company's performance and management rather than price increases [4][5] Investment Strategy - The only valid reason to buy a stock is a belief in the company's future; emotional decisions or external influences should be avoided [6][7] - Investors should be able to succinctly explain what the company does and why they believe in its future; failure to do so indicates a potential mistake in the investment decision [7] 401(k) Management - Taking a hardship withdrawal from a 401(k) plan is discouraged; it should be considered a last resort and not a quick solution to financial difficulties [8]