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In 2020, the investor came into a windfall of $14,200, including stimulus checks and allowances post-service in the Peace Corps. With no prior debt and minimal expenses, he utilized his time in lockdown to learn more about investing. Initially tempted to enroll in expensive investment courses, he decided instead to invest his money directly into the stock market.
His first foray involved purchasing $100 worth of stocks in Carnival Cruise Line, which brought about an epiphany—he had made money with no effort. Encouraged by this success, he continued investing, gradually learning about various strategies.