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Answer is no and no.
First never put your money toghether with a friend or even a close relative: That's the best reciept for the worse relationship problems.
If he loses money it will be your fault.
Second, stocks don't make poeple very rich, it makes them very poor too, in the best case, like me, you barely break even.
If you don't know in stock, then it's like playing roulette or scratch-lotery bills.
Third, you can start trading with little amounts, like $2000.
For example, you buy 2 stocks for 700$ and keep $600 in cash. Wait until you make a profit and sell, then buy another stock etc.
For that you need a low commission fee brokerage but it's feasable.
You won't make much money but will learn for the time you will have more money.
Finaly, if you want a "pro" to manage your money, invest in a fund (that can be in the form of stocks too). Funds are managed by pro and are relatively safe.
You still can lose money with funds, but rarely the 50% you can lose with stocks that issue a bad piece of news one week after you bought.
HTH
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