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2026 Maryland Stockpicker's Contest

The 2026 Stockpickers Contest begins Saturday, January 31, and runs through August 29, with two designated trading days: Saturday, April 11, and Saturday, June 20. On trading days, contestants may make changes to their portfolios. All original contest rules apply, and there is no cost to participate.

Important: All buy and sell orders must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on the contest start date and on each designated trading day.

This is your chance to compare your investing expertise with other BetterInvesting Maryland members. Contest rules and the entry form are posted on the Maryland Chapter page. Click on the link below to download the instructions and submission form. 
If we have sufficient participation, first, second, and third-place winners may be eligible for cash prizes.

Don’t put it off! Download the instructions and entry form now and have your stock picks ready to submit anytime between now and January 31.

2026 StockPicker's rules

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BetterInvesting National Convenction 2026

For 75 years, the BetterInvesting National Convention (BINC) has helped everyday people, women and men, young and old, learn how to become successful stock investors. BINC 2026 promises to be another unforgettable event, offering high-quality investment education that spans the full investing spectrum, from beginners to advanced stock investors.

Whether you’re just starting your investing journey or looking to strengthen your portfolio performance, BINC 2026 is for you.
  • Location: Marriott Chicago O’Hare
  • Dates: April 23–26, 2026
This year’s national convention will feature 56 educational sessions, presented by many of the BetterInvesting educators you’ve come to trust over the years, including Ken Kavula, Doug Gerlach, Jackie Cummings Koski, and many more. With such a robust lineup, we encourage you to explore the full session schedule online, where you can sort and search sessions by topic and presenter.

Learn More & Plan Your Experience:  Hotel Reminder: The group hotel rate is available through March 30, 2026, or until the room block is sold out, whichever comes first. Space has sold out in the past, so don’t wait to make your reservation.

Register Today: https://www.betterinvesting.org/binc2026/register