Investing 101: How to start investing in stocks as a beginner

Build Your 2026 Investor Blueprint

Learn how to confidently build your first stock portfolio with clear, beginner-friendly guidance!

Hosted by Ashley M. Fox

Former Wall Street Analyst & CEO of Empify

Dates: April 5th, 2026

Time: 7pm EST

Location: Virtual Event

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7pm EST

Location:

Virtual Event

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This training is for:

  • Anyone who wants to start investing in the New Year but feels overwhelmed by all the information and doesn’t know where to begin

  • Beginners who think they need thousands of dollars to get started, but want to learn how to invest in 2026 with as little as $50

  • Those who want to grow their money long-term but aren’t sure which stocks, ETFs, or accounts make sense going into the New Year

  • Anyone who has tried learning on their own but feels confused and frustrated by all the conflicting advice online

  • Those who are tired of watching their savings sit in the bank and want 2026 to be the year their money starts working for them

  • Those who want to plan for retirement but feel lost about where to start or which accounts to open

  • ​Anyone who has bought stocks before but felt like they were guessing instead of following a real plan

  • ​Beginners who have made costly investing mistakes in the past and want a better, smarter approach moving forward

  • ​Anyone who wants step-by-step guidance from someone who can simplify investing and show them exactly what to do

Still not sure this is right for you?

“I’m overwhelmed… everyone online says something different.”

You’ve tried reading articles and watching videos, yet the advice feels confusing & contradictory.

This training cuts through all of that and gives you one clear, simple path you can follow as you step into 2026.

“I don’t know where to invest or which accounts to open.”

Terms like stocks, ETFs, and retirement accounts can feel complicated when you’re just getting started.

We show you exactly how to begin, which accounts matter most, and how to choose investments that support your goals for the year ahead.

“I feel behind on retirement and don’t know where to start.”

Planning for the future can feel intimidating.

We’ll walk you through simple steps to choose the right accounts and build a plan you feel good about going into the New Year.

“I thought I needed thousands of dollars to start investing.”

This is one of the biggest myths about the stock market.

You’ll learn how to begin with as little as $50 and how to grow your portfolio steadily, even if you’re starting from scratch.

“My savings just sit in the bank… and they’re not growing.”

It’s frustrating to watch your money do nothing for you.

We’ll show you how to finally make your money work for you and support your long-term wealth goals.

“I’m scared of losing money or repeating past mistakes.”

Fear stops most people from ever getting started.

You’ll learn a beginner-friendly approach designed to reduce risk and help you invest with confidence in 2026 and beyond.

Make 2026 the year you finally understand investing

Register for this free training now and learn:

How To Create Long-Term Wealth In The Stock Market

The Different Types Of Stocks And Wealth Plans Available

How To Track & Adjust Your Portfolio For Maximum Growth

Key Research Strategies Leveraged By The Top 1%

How To Open & Manage Your Investment Accounts

Plus More!

Make 2026 the year you finally understand investing

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Make 2026 the year you finally understand investing

Investing doesn’t have to feel complicated in 2026

What if you could learn how to invest the right way with a simple, beginner-friendly approach that supports you rather than overwhelms you?

What if 2026 could be the year you finally understand how to grow your money with confidence?

Investing in the stock market can be one of the easiest and most consistent ways to generate income and build long-term wealth…

Without the stress of having to monitor the market every day like a trader!

You don’t need a fortune to begin investing today.

You can start with whatever you have, even if that’s just $50, and build a repeatable strategy that can help you create real change in 2026.

So, what are you waiting for?

Make 2026 the year you finally understand investing

Hosted by Ashley M. Fox

Former Wall Street Analyst & CEO of Empify

Hey, I’m Ashley, a former Wall Street Analyst who walked away from the high-rise offices of Wall Street to focus on something bigger:

Helping everyday people gain the knowledge and resources they need to start investing, building income, & passing it down to their families.

After spending over 15 years immersed in the complex world of Wall Street, I realized something critical: wealth isn’t reserved for the financial elite.

The real key to financial ease lies in understanding how to make your money work for you without needing millions in the bank to start.

That’s where investing in dividend stocks, growth stocks, & ETFs begin.

Our method of teaching isn't about chasing quick wins or keeping up with market trends. It's about building reliable, consistent cash flow with a plan.

I’ve spent 15+ years teaching people just like you – those who thought investing was only for “other people” – that investing in companies you know, use, and believe in is possible for anyone, no matter their background or financial starting point.

Now, I’m here to show you how to take your first steps into the world of investing, so you can not only reach, but also exceed your financial goals.

Make 2026 the year you finally understand investing

Refund Policy: No refunds will be issued for memberships and one-time or payment plans made. The moment you subscribe, you will have immediate access to all content, classes, downloadable guides, and resources available. All fees and charges are nonrefundable.

Disclaimer: This content is to be used for educational purposes only. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk, and there can be no assurance that the future performance of any specific investment, investment strategy, or product made reference to directly or indirectly, will be profitable, equal any corresponding indicated historical performance level(s), or be suitable for your portfolio. Due to various factors, including changing market conditions, the content may no longer be reflective of current opinions or positions. Moreover, you should not assume that any discussion or information discussed serves as the receipt of, or as a substitute for, personalized investment advice from Empify or Ashley M. Fox. To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing.

© 2026 Empify, Inc.

A rapid reminder of REITs

A REIT (Real Estate Investment Trust) is a company that owns or finances income-producing real estate.


Legally, those trusts MUST payout 90% of their profits to their investors - the people who own shares in that company.


That payment comes in the form of monthly, quarterly, or yearly dividends, meaning that it’s possible to earn passive income throughout the year with the right investments! 

Access to the 5-Step REIT accelerator program

Highly interactive and collaborative, the REIT Accelerator is the perfect way for new investors to familiarize themselves with a simple way to build passive income with real estate without having to do a ton of work.


…and for the more experienced investors, it is a way to add a valuable asset to their portfolio.


With LIVE group coaching sessions, an easy-to-understand curriculum, a variety of digital resources, and access financial experts and a like-minded group of investors standing by for support:


You will learn the entire process and steps needed to invest in REITs and begin your passive income portfolio.


Follow our carefully curated 5-week course, or learn at your own pace! You'll have 24/7 access to everything.


If you’re like the majority of our students, you’ll find that with each additional day spent learning, you’ll come to love REITs and investing! 


However, with our No-Member-Left-Behind policy, you’ll never have to worry about your progress. 


We’ll stick with you until you’re 100% confident in your ability to invest. We will hold you accountable and be there to answer any and all questions. 

Why you? Why REITs? Why now?

Actually, the questions you should be asking are:

  • Why NOT you?
  • Why NOT REITs?
  • Why NOT now?

Despite what many people may think, you can invest in real estate starting with less than $200. The larger mall operator, Simon Property Group, is a REIT that pays out passive income to investors, and they are less than $200 per share to begin.  There are so many real estate types to invest in.

...and that’s regardless of how much you have in your bank account!


There are REITs and stocks with dividend payouts that have INCREASED every year for 25 years straight, through MULTIPLE recessions.


The sooner you start learning, the sooner you can start generating your own dividend income utilizing real estate - without the traditional property investing hassles. 


Investing has been something you wanted to learn. Building an income stream is important to you, and we’re here to help.

Here’s what past graduates are saying about the REIT Accelerator

“I so love being in this group. I feel part of a family”

- Lynn

“Life changing. I feel good”

- Arthur

“My 10-year-old son watches the sessions and takes notes!”

- Theresa

“Not only is the energy here contagious - it’s GENUINE!”

- Russell

Experience the REIT Accelerator and WealthBuilders Community for yourself!

Being inside the REIT Accelerator,  you will:

  • Uncover exactly which apps and accounts you need to start investing as soon as TODAY
  • Take the guesswork out of investing and know exactly how much you can expect to earn based on what you invest
  • Understand exactly how to start and scale your portfolio on your own, choosing the REITs that are right for you
  • ​Get the resources you need to manage your investments and organize your cash flow
  • ​Create, manage, and grow a passive income portfolio, no matter how much money you have, with confidence

In other words: everything you need to build passive income with real estate and to supplement and eventually replace your full-time income is inside the REIT Accelerator.