How to choose and buy the first cryptocurrency in 2018

Today, the world of cryptocurrencies attracts both schoolchildren and billionaires. It remains a mystery and a ticket to the world of financial independence. Here you can easily get 1000% per day, there is stability with the ability to bind to the dollar. In this regard, many beginners have a question – what kind of cryptocurrency is profitable to buy today, and what to focus on when choosing? Let's try to understand.

Step one: when is the best time to buy?
It is worth noting that the purchase of cryptocurrency is an investment that is never too late. The year 2018 provides ample opportunities for choice. In addition to the well-known bitcoin, there are other varieties in the market, among which, for example, Ripple and Etherium continue to storm new peaks. Many projects are just going to issue their own tokens. In particular, not so long ago it became known about the release of "crypt" based on the infamous messenger Telegram. Now you do not need to know the technical side of the issue or programming skills to buy cryptocurrency. You only need to be able to register on various online services or online stores. Simply put, it is enough to be the owner of a Bank plastic card and your own e – mail-and now you are becoming a full-fledged crypto-investor.

Step two: deal with your motives
There are 3 main types of investments • * purchase on the exchange for the purpose of selling more expensive. It's simple: open a stock account, then transfer the money, and start buying and selling. The advantages are that you determine the input cost yourself, and in some operations it is possible to double the equity in just a day; • purchase for the purpose of storage in an electronic wallet. In this case, you are registered in one of the selected payment systems that allow you to store the virtual currency. Then you buy it and safely forget about it for the time being – perhaps during this period it will rise in price, which will allow it to sell profitably; • formation of a cash portfolio. In the world of cryptocurrencies, there are analogues of mutual funds, where you can choose a Manager to perform the necessary operations, and receive a guaranteed income from 15 to 40 percent monthly. Soberly assess your own capabilities and risks. Having picked the best option for yourself, you can proceed directly to the choice of cryptocurrency.

Types of virtual currency
Many people try to classify cryptocurrency today, however, if you are only at the beginning of your journey and do not understand all the subtleties, it is better to start with the simplest types: • bitcoin is the first currency of the virtual space, which is always the subject of increased attention of investors. In recent years, manifests itself unstable, and is considered a "weighted average" indicator on the electronic exchange; • altcoin – one of the alternatives to bitcoin, which in turn has many varieties. Combines them with a slightly modified bitcoin code in the base; * Ethereum-this is not only the currency, but also the platform for smart contracts. Today, it is also based on namelo altcoins, called Ethereum-tokens; * Ripple – a system designed for high-speed transactions with a minimum Commission. The internal currency of this platform is called XRP; * Litecoin – one of the many alternatives to payment systems, which today is used to pay LitePay and LitePal. This list can be continued for a long time ‒ we have given only the most popular varieties that are in high demand and have excellent prospects.

Methods of acquisition
Once you have your wallet, you can purchase the coveted"crypt". Become the proud owner of virtual money in two common ways: • mined, which can take a long time; • to purchase on the exchange or the broker. Buying from another person is, in fact, an exchange, and the methods of purchase will depend on which intermediary you contact. Of course, the names, as well as the conditions themselves, are different for everyone, but the very essence – mediation ‒ does not change from this.

The main mistakes of beginners
Beginners often make a lot of mistakes, and you should be familiar with the most common: • inputs signals from various VIP groups or closed forums; • blind inputs on the basis of public analysts; • investing without detailed study information; • irresponsible attitude to their own investments; • excessive credulity forecasts. These are just a few of all the possible errors that can and should be corrected by constantly improving their own knowledge in the field of financial markets.