How would you invest your first $1,000?

[Evan Kaczor]

I've searched around for answers on how to invest your first couple thousand. The answers that I have gotten are to:

1. Invest in yourself/ educate yourself

2. Invest in Stocks

3. Realty Shares

There are obviously other things out there. I'd like to figure out a way to invest my money into real estate, but Realty Shares is about the only way I can think to invest in it. For people who have not tried to invest, it's not easy for beginners to be a part of realty shares. I've thought about peer-to-peer lending or small businesses. Obviously under $5000 in cash is not a lot of money. Any suggestions for what you would do if you were in the same position? Thank you!