With online Investing rapidly gaining popularity, it is now easier than ever for everyone to participate in the stock market, mutual funds, and other investment opportunities. Companies such as Schwab, Sharebuilder, TD Waterhouse, and AmeriTrade make it easy for everyone to sign up and buy stocks online. Also, with low fees, there is no more need to pay a broker tons of money to make a few trades.

Most companies even offer a payment program, where you can invest a few dollars a month in stocks rather than having to lay down thousands of dollars to buy 'blocks' of shares. This makes investing within everyone's means and can be tailored to suit any budget.