DIY Retirement Planning with ETFs — PickAClass
5.0 (2) ⏱ 2h 54m 📚 29 lessons

DIY Retirement Planning with ETFs

A practical guide for working professionals to build a low-cost, long-term investment portfolio for financial independence.

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About this course

Feeling overwhelmed by retirement planning? Traditional savings products can be complex and costly, leaving you unsure if you're on the right track. This course provides a clear path to taking control of your financial future using a modern, straightforward approach. You will learn how to use Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) to build a diversified, low-cost retirement portfolio designed for long-term growth. Gain the confidence and clarity you need to make informed investment decisions for yourself, without relying on expensive, commission-based products. What you'll learn: - Understand the core concepts of investing, risk, diversification, and compound growth. - Learn what ETFs are, how they work, and why they are a powerful tool for long-term wealth building. - Practice the process of selecting appropriate ETFs based on your personal goals and risk tolerance. - Build a sample ETF portfolio and learn the principles of regular contributions and rebalancing. - Analyze key metrics like expense ratios to minimize costs and maximize your investment returns. - Develop a disciplined, long-term investment mindset to navigate market fluctuations calmly. We'll start with the essential terminology of investing before moving on to the practical mechanics of choosing and managing ETFs for your retirement. This course is designed for absolute beginners. No prior financial or investment experience is required to get started. Begin your journey toward a secure financial future today.

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Practice questions 26 / 28
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Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
Total practice 6.2 hrs
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Time to completion 11 days (median: 22)
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Practice-question score 94%
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Reviews (2)

Tewodros Lemma ET Verified learner
★ 5 · June 28, 2026

Finally understood how to build a broad ETF portfolio myself instead of paying a planner.

Aisha Munirah binti Mohd Nasir MY Verified learner
★ 5 · May 31, 2026

Akhirnya saya faham cara susun portfolio ETF kos rendah untuk persaraan sendiri.

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