Young investors take cues from parents, seek face-to-face advice

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When it comes to staying in touch with younger investors, face-to-face or phone contact trumps social media outlets like Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn.

That, according to a new survey from Merrill Lynch Private Banking & Investment Group, is just one of the findings to keep in mind about young investors. And the results from the February survey, like the preference for direct communication, show that younger generations are taking cues from their parents when it comes to how to approach investing.

Lorie Konish
Former managing editor

Konish a former managing editor of On Wall Street.


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