: When buying volatile or low-volume stocks, use a limit order to ensure you don't pay more than your intended price. Money.com

: Check the background of the company's management team. Dummies

: Many U.S. cannabis companies trade Over-the-Counter (OTC) because marijuana remains federally illegal in the U.S. Some apps like Robinhood may block certain OTC stocks, so verify that your broker allows OTC trading before signing up. Money.com 4. Understand the Risks

: Buying shares of a specific company. This offers higher potential returns but carries much higher risk if that one company fails.