THE MODEL INVESTMENT CLUB OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA(MicNOVA)

Welcome! MicNOVA(Model Investment Club of Northern Virginia) :

  • Sponsored by the Fairfax County Public Library and the DC Regional Chapter of Better Investing, ( a non-profit organization dedicated to investor education.
  • Consisting of directors with the local chapter of Better Investing
  • Open to anyone in the DC metropolitan areawanting to observe how an investment club operates
  • Welcomes participation during the stock studies and education sections of the meeting(only partners vote on motions made regarding stock actions or operational matters at the meetings).
  • Provides information about the meetingsat click on "Model Investment Club" under "Related Sites. The club portfolio information can be accessed there by clicking on the URL for bivio. You can also go directly to and click on Model Investment Club of Northern Virginia under "Club Home Pages." .

Why do we have a modelinvestment club?

  • To encourage existing investment clubs as well as the formation of new clubs.
  • To demonstrate the Better Investment philosophy of investing.
  • To provide a variety of educational programs related to investing.
  • To demonstrate how an actual investment club operates and the value of participating in one.
  • To acquaint visitors with the Chapter Directors who are available to support existing clubs and to help with the establishment of new clubs.

What role does a visitor have in this meeting?

  • Participating during the stock studies and/or educational component.
  • Learning the operations of an investment club
  • Observing issues germane to the operation of an investment clubs: establishing a portfolio philosophy and conducting portfolio review; a buy/sell strategy; effective communications; etc.
  • Accessing the agenda and relevant information for the meeting ahead of time (posted on

How do I get my questions answered?

  • Visitor Liaisons are available before 7:00 and after 8:30 to answer any questions
  • Gather with club members after the meeting at Jason's Deli (located across the street from the Tyson's Pimmit Library on Leesburg Pike--in the Whole Foods Shopping Center)

Can I become a member of MicNOVA?

  • Membership is open for those who have attended at least three meetings
  • Filling out an application form located online at bivio under "Club Documents." A "Letter to Members" outlines the procedures. It is also recommended that prospective members read the Partnership Agreement and the Operating Procedures also located under club documents.
  • All members must also be a member of Better Investing.
  • Become familiar with the Stock Selection Guide either by taking a class or by using the online SSG tools at the Better Investing website
  • After a vote on your membership by the existing club partners, sign the Partnership Agreement and pay at least the minimum amount for membership ($30/month).

Should I join MicNOVA?Only you can decide that after attending several meetings. Certainly, if you are not already in a club, you may want an actual experience of being in an investment club before starting your own. Members are welcome.