Sam Zormati: One of the toughest parts of beginning your journey as an investor is encountering terms that you don't understand. It can seem overwhelming in the beginning, but, like anything, once you get the hang of it, you realize there was no reason to be intimidated. If you've had little or no experience, you're probably apprehensive about how to begin. The better you understand the information you receive, the more comfortable you will be with the course you've chosen.