Building Your Portfolio
GPF 202 · Module 2
This module teaches how to turn investing concepts into a practical portfolio. Students learn asset allocation, diversification, dollar-cost averaging, and the basic steps for opening and funding a brokerage account.
Lessons in this module
Asset Allocation and Diversification
Asset allocation decides how your portfolio is divided among stocks, bonds, and other assets. This lesson shows how diversification and a simple three-fund portfolio can reduce unnecessary risk.
Dollar-Cost Averaging
Dollar-cost averaging means investing a fixed amount on a regular schedule. This lesson explains how it works, why it helps reduce timing stress, and how it behaves when prices rise and fall.
Opening a Brokerage Account
A brokerage account lets you buy and hold investments such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and ETFs. This lesson explains account types, setup steps, funding, order basics, and beginner mistakes to avoid.
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