The following content is created and paid for by Coerator Investment For many of us, financial planning and investing in securities can be a bit overwhelming. Here are 7 tips to assist you with achieving your financial goals: 1. Set an achievable investment goal. Your goal should be specific. For example, how much can you afford to save towards buying a home or funding your retirement? 2. Your goal should be measurable. You should be able to estimate how much money you can afford to invest over time to achieve your financial goal.