text: Some people will tell you to invest in real estate.  You really need to know the marketplace, which is constantly changing.  You also need a good realestate lawyer when you buy or sell.\n\nI suggest instead that you look at the stock market.  You can get a lot of information on the internet and at the library. You need to follow a few rules. \n\n    1) Invest in high quality stocks and  no-load mutual funds.\n    2) Diversify. (you are already aware of this one) \n    3) Avoid "penny stocks" .\n    4) Be patient