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ROME

I kept checking the time during the Green and Investment Expo. I was beyond excited to see Carly again. I even sent the jet to pick her up since her travel is personal. I flew with Mykel and Cenric in Creed’s jet since we were the guest speakers at the Expo.

“My question is for Mr. Rome Langston.” The guy in the center stood up. Mykel had answered a question from the audience earlier.

“Yes,” I spoke to the mic.

“What can you advise young investors like us?”

“Thank you for the question. First, learn about investments. Know yourself. What do you spend your money on? Do you shop a lot and collect new gadgets? When you earn your own money, you think that, uh, I earn to buy a new iPhone. My car is five years old. I need a new one. Before you invest, no matter how much it is, a dollar counts. You have to set your goal. And most people’s best advice. Invest only what you can afford to lose. How much do you hate losing money? And lastly, ask for help. Join a group. Ask someone you