$10 → $WHAT? ETF 10-Year Challenge (2026 Start)

Follow me as I turn $10 into a long-term experiment: the ETF 10-Year Challenge (2026 Start). In this case study I open my brokerage app, deposit $10, buy a fractional share of a popular ETF (SPY/VOO/QQQ options shown), and walk through realistic 10-year projection scenarios, expected returns, fees, and reinvestment strategies. Perfect for beginners curious about micro-investing, fractional shares, passive index ETFs, and compound growth. Watch the live app demo, risk discussion, and practical tips to start your own $10 experiment. Like and share if you found this helpful — let’s see what $10 can become together! #MicroInvesting #ETFs #FractionalShares #InvestingChallenge #PersonalFinance
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The Story I Never Tell

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The Ten-Dollar ETF Ten-Year Challenge

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From Zero to Investor in 5 Minutes

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Funding the Dream (With My Coffee Money)

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Picking My Player - Why VTI

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Making It Official - The Fractional Share Purchase

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Compound Interest Explained

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What Happens to My $10?

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Fees, Taxes, and Other Annoyances

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The Real Prize Isn't the Money