10 investment mistakes to avoid & make your portfolio ‘dent-proof’

Building a portfolio with the right strategy can be a life-changing decision. Investors often fall for the wrong products without understanding the markets, investment basics, and trends. This leads to losses in their portfolios in the long term. In an ET Markets Exclusive interview, we spoke to Chirag Muni, Executive Director of Anand Rathi Wealth to understand the nitty-gritty of the investment world. Here are the top 10 mistakes one should avoid while investing in the markets. Edited excerpts:

1. Not starting early

There is no ‘good time’ to start. Time waits for no one. The earlier you start, the earlier you will see the power of compounding.