Are you familiar with the linear stock market return forecasting method? if yes, specify:
yes to some extent
no
It is good advice to start with index funds or low-cost muutal funds when you want to invest in the stock market. However, these funds have the pitfall that they give the false impression of safety. When stock markets go into a down-trend you can lose a lot of money with these funds. When you start investing, keep a very close eye on the direction of the long-term trend in the market. When you do this, you can make good profits and you don't need to spend time on researching individual stocks.